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3 hour course
Full day training3 year certificate
Qualsafe awardsNo experience needed
All backgrounds welcomeHSE compliant
Ofqual regulatedBe ready to act in a workplace emergency
This short course focuses on recognising cardiac arrest, delivering high‑quality CPR and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on adults.
It is designed to give staff the competence and confidence to act quickly in time‑critical situations.
Perfect for workplaces needing focused CPR and AED skills
This course suits organisations that already have emergency planning in place, but want more staff trained to respond effectively to adult cardiac arrest using CPR and an AED.
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Course details
- Duration3 hour course
Certification
3 year Ofqual regulated certificationPrerequisites
NoneAssessment
Practical and theory assessments embedded into course delivery
What you'll learn
Recognising cardiac arrest
Identify when an adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally, and needs immediate life support.Adult CPR technique
Perform chest compressions and rescue breaths on an adult manikin to current Resuscitation Council UK standards.Safe AED use
Operate an Automated External Defibrillator, attach pads correctly and follow voice prompts safely.Unresponsive but breathing casualties
Place an unresponsive but breathing adult into the recovery position and monitor them until help arrives.Managing the scene
Assess the situation, call 999 promptly and coordinate others to fetch the AED and support the response.Post‑incident considerations
Understand basic reporting, equipment checks and the importance of debrief and support after a resuscitation attempt.Course outcomes
Recognise adult cardiac arrest promptly
Deliver effective adult CPR in line with current guidance
Use an Automated External Defibrillator safely and confidently
Place an unresponsive but breathing adult in the recovery position
Call 999 and coordinate help during a resuscitation attempt
Contribute to basic post‑incident reporting and debrief
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for staff who may be the first to respond to an adult cardiac arrest at work or in the community.
- Workplace first aiders and appointed persons
- Reception, front‑of‑house and security staff
- Gym, leisure and fitness staff
- Stewards and staff at venues with public AEDs
- Community volunteers and carers supporting adults at risk of cardiac events
Ongoing support
Unlike many providers, we offer ongoing support for all our candidates throughout the life of their certificate. You can rely on us for guidance and resources long after the course has finished.
What participants say
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Rating
Jodie Ricketts
11/02/2026
Really brilliant training session. Trainer was excellent, and the content was really appropriate and useful
Ben Penney
11/02/2026
Fantastic BLS session with Rachel, excellent knowledge. Session was very clear and concise. Practical session was great.
Megan Smith
26/11/2025
Great refresher on BLS. Always learn /pick up something. Session was very informative but light.
Neilio
10/09/2025
