Basic Life Support Courses
Our Qualsafe accredited Basic Life Support courses provide practical training for healthcare professionals, care staff and organisations requiring effective emergency response education. Learners develop the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Qualsafe Accredited Basic Life Support Training
Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF)
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The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF) qualification has been designed for those who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities to provide first aid and/or use an AED in an emergency. It is suitable for learners with no prior training or occupational experience of first aid or basic life support. During this 5 hour course, learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to administer effective CPR and use an AED when dealing with an emergency situation. This course is delivered face to face and includes a theory and practical assessment.
£ 420 inc. VAT
Maximum 12 people
Duration: 5 hours
From £35 per person
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF)
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides learners with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in basic life support (BLS) and using a defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations. This qualification has been designed for people who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide BLS when dealing with an emergency situation which may also involve using an AED. This course is delivered face to face and includes practical assessment.
£ 300 inc. VAT
Maximum 12 people
Duration: 3 hours
From £25 per person
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support in Clinical Practice (RQF)
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This qualification is intended for everyone who works in a clinical practice environment that cares for adults including administration and support staff. The learner does not need to be a clinician. This qualification is designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council UK Quality Standards in relation to basic life support training. This course is delivered face to face and includes practical assessment.
£300 inc. VAT
Maximum 12 people
Duration: 3 hours
From £25 per person
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in BLS and AED for Adults, Children and Infants (RQF)
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides learners with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in basic life support (BLS) and using a defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations. This qualification has been designed for people who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide BLS and safe use of an AED on adults, children and infants. This course is delivered face to face and includes practical assessment.
£ 300 inc. VAT
Maximum 12 people
Duration: 3.5 hours
From £25 per person
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support for Adults, Children and Infants in Clinical Practice (RQF)
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This qualification is intended for everyone who works in a clinical practice environment that cares for adult, young people and/or children and infants including administration and support staff. The learner does not need to be a clinician. This qualification is designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council UK Quality Standards in relation to basic life support and paediatric basic life support training. This course is delivered face to face and includes practical assessment.
£ 360 inc. VAT
Maximum 12 people
Duration: 4 hours
From £30 per person
What Does Basic Life Support Training Cover?
Course content varies depending on the qualification, but our Basic Life Support courses can cover:
- Recognising when someone requires emergency assistance
- Assessing an unresponsive casualty
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Responding to cardiac arrest
- Basic Life Support for adults, children and infants
- Emergency response procedures in clinical practice
- Working effectively as part of an emergency response
Our hands-on approach gives learners the opportunity to practise essential skills and develop confidence in responding to real life emergency situations.
Basic Life Support Training FAQs
What is Basic Life Support training?
Basic Life Support training develops the knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to life-threatening emergencies, including where someone is unresponsive or not breathing normally.
Who should complete Basic Life Support training?
Basic Life Support training is suitable for healthcare professionals, care staff, volunteers and others who may be required to respond to a medical emergency as part of their role.
Do your courses include AED training?
Yes. Our courses include Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training delivered by Registered Nurses who provide practical instruction using a training device alongside CPR.
Do you provide training for Basic Life Support for children and infants?
Yes. We offer Qualsafe qualifications covering Basic Life Support and AED use for adults, children and infants, including options specifically designed for clinical practice.
Contact us if you're unsure which qualification you need.
Book Basic Life Support Training
Looking for practical, Qualsafe accredited Basic Life Support training for yourself, your team or your organisation? Explore our courses or contact us to discuss your requirements and find the right qualification.
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