Basic Life Support including CPR (BLS) - Course Overview

This course provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies, with a strong focus on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Designed to deliver up-to-date guidance and hands-on experience, the training covers core basic life support techniques including managing an incident, CPR for adults, children, and babies, placing casualties into the recovery position, and the safe use of an AED. It is particularly useful for those who need to refresh their CPR skills on a yearly basis, helping learners stay confident and prepared to act quickly when it matters most.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for anyone who may be required to provide basic life support or perform CPR in an emergency. It is ideal for employees, carers, healthcare support staff, and individuals who need regular CPR updates as part of their role or workplace requirements.

The training offers a practical refresher for those with previous experience, as well as a clear introduction for anyone looking to build confidence in responding to cardiac emergencies.

Contents / Learning Outcomes

In Accordance with Appendix 6 H&S (First-Aid) Regulations 1981

Managing an incident
Resuscitation (Adult, Child & Baby)
Unconsciousness
Recovery positions
Safe use of an AED

Course Details

Duration: Half a day (2 hours)
Group Size: Up to 12 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
Assessment Method: Continuous assessment and practical activities
Pre-requisite: None required - open to all levels of experience

*For courses inside the M25, please note the price for a group is £990 + vat

Suggested Progression:

Recommended annual refresher training
Automated External Defibrillation further training

Course Reviews

Natalie,
I just wanted to praise Mick for the 2 day first aid refresher course that I attended on 3rd and 4th April 2019. I found that he was a lovely man and teacher and made the course really enjoyable. I have come away feeling that I have learnt something new and gave me the confidence and assistance in order for me to put this into practice in real life. I feel properly trained thanks to Mick and able to cope with anybody that needs first aid. I can't thank Mick enough for what he has taught me.
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Lee, Walsall
I have to say how much I enjoyed the First Aid Training course that I was lucky to be part of last week, and cannot think of a time when I have had so much fun.....working. David is an excellent trainer, and everybody has come away very positive about the complete 3 days. His manner, approach, and skill/knowledge base was excellent, and I will definitely be recommending your company to anyone who wishes to complete this course, following this experience. Please pass my thanks to Dave, for doing such an excellent job, and wish him well.
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Gayle, Leicestershire
This was the best first aid course I've done, it was very well explained.
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Nichola Clark, Leicestershire
Just attended an excellent first aid course in Braunstone, Leicester! Carol and Nigel were brilliant teachers! Best course I've been on for first aid! Well done guys
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Julia Smerdon, Walsall
Great two days at Calderfields First Aid re-qualification Brian Dennant is an amazing trainer and person. Thank you for making me feel confident in First Aid ???? x
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Fiona, Solihull
Brian delivered the course content in a highly informative manner. Excellent opportunities to practice CPR techniques and bandaging skills.
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Marianne Lawrence,
Absolutely fantastic! Can not recommend you enough. Put some humour and practicality into the days, but learned everything we needed to on a serious note. Thank you!
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Shirley, Derby
Glenn was a very knowledgeable & competent trainer. He was friendly & explained everything to a level to suit all present. He coped with all the unusual questions & scenarios which we have come across excellently. I would highly recommend him as a trainer for groups of all abilities & feel he should be commended for his hard work.
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Jessica, Leicestershire
Brilliant trainer very informative and fun. Explained concepts really well :)
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Liz Earle - Director, Partners In Pregnancy, Leicestershire
Thank you for sharing your expertise at the Your Pregnancy, Your Baby Show & Exhibition. I have received some lovely comments regarding your workshops and advice. Both the delegates and I feel they will be exceedingly helpful to those participants who are embarking on their journey as a Parent. We appreciate your thoughtfulness in crafting the presentation and thoroughness in delivering helpful advice....Thank you again for helping to create the next generation of Parents.
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Dave,
Well what to say..... Thanks to First Response my training detected a broken wrist my 5 year old daughter had today. The injury happened at school all the teachers/first aiders failed to spot it. The injury happened 3 hours before I collected her no response from anyone at school but I did what I was taught by Brian and spotted the signs did a sweep only took 10 seconds. Poor girl was at school for 3 hrs with a fracture. 10 seconds with me and my training had her in A&E 20 minutes later. Cast on... Thank you for teaching me guys.
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Jay, Shropshire
100% better than previous Red Cross training. Good Covid measures and updated content regarding Covid. Jay
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