Basic Life Support
Level 2 Award
Half Day Course
This regulated Level 2 Basic Life Support qualification will give learners the skills, knowledge and practical competence to administer first aid until professional medical help arrives. It is particularly suitable for healthcare professionals for the purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD).
The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
Duration
A minimum of 3 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities. The course can be delivered in one day or spread over a maximum of 3 weeks ensuring that each session is a minimum of 1 hour.
Numbers
Minimum participants: 4
Maximum participants: 12
Participants must be at least 14 years of age.
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Certification
We’ll determine whether delegates pass or fail based on practical and oral assessment throughout the course, i.e. by observation and oral questioning.
This qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further 3 years. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training.
Syllabus
Our Basic Life Support course covers a range of subjects, including:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Primary Survey
Choking
Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Recovery position
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