CPR/BLS and AED

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Heart and circulatory disease claims around 200,000 lives each year. Many could have been saved if a defibrillator was made available.

Automated External Defibrillators (AED’s) are now becoming more common throughout a range of public and workplaces.

A casualty’s survival rate will dramatically increase if an AED is available and if you have appropriately qualified personnel to use it.

This very practical course will enable your learners to use the AED competently and with confidence.

Not only does this course deal with the use of an AED but it also includes vital training in resuscitation and choking procedures.

Course Duration

A minimum of six contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities.

Syllabus

A range of subjects are covered including:

  • Responsibilities and reporting

  • Dealing with an unresponsive casualty

  • Assessment of the situation

  • Paediatric defibrillation

  • Defibrillation procedures

  • Resuscitation

    1. Choking

    2. Heart attacks

    3. AED safety and Functions

    4. Infection control


CPR and AED training is fast becoming a necessity. S.M.A.R.T Training and Leadership limited not only offer this dedicated CPR and AED training course but also a 4 hour Basic Life Support and AED course.

Each student will also receive a free comprehensive fully illustrated training book to supplement the CPR and AED course this will be provided in your training pack.

A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 16 years of age.

This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew their qualification after 3 years, delegates will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that, during the 3 year period, delegates attend annual refresher courses.