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3 hours
Practical, hands-on training
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FAIB accredited
Accepted by the HSE, DfE and Ofsted
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Ideal for
Workplaces and community groups
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1-year certificate
On successful completion
Course overview
Essential life-saving skills for everyone
The three-hour Basic Life Support & AED course gives you the practical skills and confidence to act quickly if someone collapses and is not breathing normally. It is taught to FAIB learning outcomes, with plenty of hands-on practice using manikins and AED trainers.
Learners practise assessing a scene safely, carrying out the Primary Survey (DR ABC), giving CPR, using an AED, placing a casualty in the recovery position and responding to a choking casualty.
The course is suitable for workplaces, clubs and community groups, and for anyone who wants to be ready to help in an emergency.
Course details
DURATION
Three hours
Delivery
On-site at your workplace or at our Nottingham venue
Group size
Up to 12 delegates with 1 trainer
Up to 24 delegates with 2 trainers
CERTIFICATION
FAIB certificate, valid for 1 year
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Full attendance is required and you’ll be assessed throughout the course. You’ll need to be able to kneel on the floor to perform CPR.
Prices
Clear, upfront pricing
Book a place for one or two people on a scheduled course, or we can train your whole team together at your workplace.
Launch offer: 10% off team bookings made before 31 December 2026
More than 12 people? We can train up to 24 with two trainers. Ask for a quote
Fewer than 6 people? We can still train your team on-site at a reduced rate. Get in touch for a quote
Learning outcomes
What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and practical skills needed to respond safely and confidently when someone needs life support.
✓ Assess a scene to act safely and promptly
✓ Check a casualty's response levels
✓ Carry out the Primary Survey (DR CABCDE)
✓ Give CPR to an unresponsive casualty
✓ Use an AED safely and correctly
✓ Know when to call for help and stop CPR
✓ Place a casualty in the recovery position
✓ Monitor breathing in the recovery position
✓ Carry out a Secondary Survey
✓ Recognise a partially or fully blocked airway
✓ Respond to a casualty who is choking
✓ Practise CPR and AED use on a manikin
Benefits
What you’ll gain
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Confidence in an emergency
Develop the confidence to remain calm, assess an incident and take appropriate action.
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Essential life-saving skills
Learn practical CPR, AED and casualty management skills that can make a real difference in an emergency.
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Practical, hands-on training
Build hands-on skills through demonstrations and practice on manikins.
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FAIB-accredited training
Successfully complete the course and gain a Basic Life Support & AED certificate valid for one year.
Who it’s for
Is this course right for you?
The Basic Life Support & AED course is designed for anyone who wants the confidence and skills to act if someone collapses, whether at work or in the community.
✓ Workplace first aiders and staff
✓ Clubs, groups and volunteers
✓ Anyone responsible for others
✓ Anyone wanting life-saving skills
Be prepared to act
Emergencies can happen without warning, at work and in the community.
Knowing how to give CPR and use an AED means someone is available who can act straight away and help keep a casualty alive until further medical assistance arrives.
The Basic Life Support & AED course gives you practical skills you can use with confidence when they are needed most.
