CPR and AED (CPR-AED)
Level:
2
Duration:
1 day
Course code:
NU/2025/01009
Max group:
12
AED course teaches use of defibs, CPR, and choking procedures in emergencies.
Course Summary
FAA Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation & Automated External Defibrillation (RQF)
Automated External Defibrillators (AED’s) are now becoming more common throughout a range of public and work places. A casualty’s survival rate will dramatically increase if an AED is available and if you have appropriately qualified personnel to use it.
This very practical course will enable your learners to use the AED competently and with confidence. Not only does this course deal with the use of an AED but it also includes vital training in resuscitation and choking procedures.
Course Contents
Responsibilities and reporting
Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
Assessment of the situation
Paediatric defibrillation
Defibrillation procedures
Resuscitation
Choking Heart attacks
AED safety and Functions
Infection control
Assessment
The instructor conducts ongoing summative practical assessments and written assessments. Upon successful completion, learners will receive regulated qualification. No external assessments are required for this qualification.
Duration
The course requires a minimum of 6 hours, distributed over the day. While it is ideal to complete the course in one day, we can adjust the schedule to suit your specific needs, as long as the course is completed within 3 weeks of starting and each training session lasts at least two hours.
Certification Validity
This qualification is valid for three years. To renew it, learners must complete the course again. It is recommended that learners attend annual refresher courses during the three-year period.
Further Information - Course Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify.
Assessment method: Activities, competency assessments.
Pre-requisite: None
Suggested progression:
recommended refresher training and CPD