Basic Life Support, AED & Anaphylaxis for Adults & Children (Level 3)
Who is this for?
Staff and volunteers who may need to respond to collapse or severe allergic reactions in adults, children and infants – including school and nursery staff, sports and leisure staff, youth workers, healthcare and aesthetics staff, carers and workplace first aiders.
Description
A combined course covering basic life support, safe use of an AED and the recognition and management of anaphylaxis for all age groups. Learners practise CPR and defibrillation on adult, child and infant manikins and learn how to recognise and treat suspected anaphylaxis, including the use of adrenaline auto-injectors, so they can respond confidently in a wide range of settings.
What you'll learn
- How to assess unresponsive adults, children and infants and place them in the recovery position.
- CPR for adults, children and infants and safe use of an AED for all age groups.
- How to recognise suspected anaphylaxis and common triggers.
- Immediate first aid for anaphylaxis, including practice with training adrenaline auto-injectors.
Course Duration
½ day (typically 4 guided learning hours), scheduled to suit your shift patterns and operational needs.
Certification
Ofqual-regulated FAA Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support, Safe Use of an AED and Management of Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants (RQF), valid for 3 years.
Delivery & Delegate Numbers
Classroom or on-site delivery at your premises. Maximum 12 delegates per trainer.