Basic Life Support
Duration
2.5 – 4 hours
Qualification
Regulated
Certificate
Valid 3 years
COURSE OVERVIEW
This practical Basic Life Support (BLS) training provides learners with the essential knowledge and skills needed to respond confidently in emergency situations.
The course covers core life-saving techniques, including recognising an emergency, carrying out a primary survey, placing a casualty in the recovery position, performing CPR and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Depending on the course variation selected, training may also include the recognition and management of anaphylaxis.
Basic Life Support training is suitable for workplaces, community groups and organisations who want staff to feel prepared to respond effectively in an emergency.
Training is delivered on-site across Edinburgh, The Lothians and Fife.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
During Basic Life Support training, learners may cover a combination of the following topics:
What is First Aid
Responsibilities
Action in an emergency
Primary survey
Recovery position
Resuscitation and the safe use of an AED
Anaphylaxis
Training combines practical and theoretical activities to support confident, safe decision-making in emergency situations.
COURSE DETAILS
Duration: 2.5 – 4 hours
Delivery: On-site at your workplace or chosen venue
Maximum learners: 12
Minimum age: 14
(Learners cannot assume responsibility as a workplace first aider until age 16)
Who it’s suitable for:
Healthcare professionals (CPD)
Workplaces with access to an AED
Voluntary and community groups
Certification: FAA Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support (course variations available)
Framework: RQF / SCQF regulated qualification
Validity: 3 years
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE
This regulated qualification is awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA) and is recognised by Ofqual and Qualifications Scotland Accreditation. The course provides learners with the practical competence required to recognise cardiac arrest and respond quickly, calmly and safely using an AED.
Training is delivered by a qualified nurse and experienced first aid trainer, ensuring instruction is accurate, practical and up to date.