Basic Life Support Course
Key Features
Of this Basic Life Support Course:
- Practical training aligned with current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines for adult, child and infant casualties
- Hands-on practice with manikins and automated external defibrillators in realistic workplace scenarios
- Clear protocols for recognising cardiac arrest, delivering effective chest compressions and safe AED use
- Skills to manage choking emergencies and place casualties in the recovery position
- Emphasis on minimising interruptions to CPR and effective team communication during an incident
- Suitable for annual refresher training required by many UK employers and regulatory bodies
Course Date Availability
Basic Life Support training at the following 5 centres. Prices from £35 per person :
Course Information
Overview:
Basic Life Support training provides delegates with the core skills needed to respond confidently to cardiac arrest and choking emergencies in any workplace. The course follows the latest Resuscitation Council UK standards and focuses on high-quality chest compressions, safe use of an AED, and immediate post-incident actions. In 2026, employers across healthcare, education, retail, construction and office environments continue to rely on staff who can deliver prompt, effective BLS while waiting for ambulance crews to arrive.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Designated workplace first aiders
- Healthcare assistants and support workers
- Teachers and nursery staff
- Office and retail team leaders
- Construction site supervisors
- Anyone required to hold a current BLS certificate for their role
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Recognise the signs of cardiac arrest and unresponsive casualties
- Deliver effective chest compressions and rescue breaths to adult, child and infant casualties
- Operate an AED safely and correctly attach pads
- Manage a foreign body airway obstruction in conscious and unconscious casualties
- Place a casualty in the recovery position and monitor breathing
- Work effectively as part of an emergency response team
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course is delivered over a single day in a practical, hands-on format lasting approximately four hours. Delegates spend the majority of the session practising skills on manikins with direct instructor feedback.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Introduction to the BLS algorithm and legal considerations
- Initial assessment and calling for help
- Adult CPR including compression-only technique
- Child and infant CPR adaptations
- AED familiarisation and safe defibrillation
- Choking management and recovery position
Private Courses On-site
Basic Life Support training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Successful delegates receive a Basic Life Support certificate that meets Resuscitation Council UK standards. The qualification is normally valid for one year, after which an annual refresher is recommended to maintain competence and comply with workplace policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Basic Life Support questions:
The standard course runs for four hours and combines theory input with extensive hands-on practice using manikins and AED trainers.
No formal prerequisites are required. Delegates should be physically able to perform chest compressions on a manikin for short periods.
The syllabus includes initial assessment, adult/child/infant CPR, AED operation, choking protocols, recovery position and team communication during an emergency.
Assessment is continuous and practical. Instructors observe delegates performing CPR, AED pad placement and choking management until they reach the required standard.
Delegates who complete the course successfully receive a Basic Life Support certificate aligned with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.
The certificate is normally valid for one year. Annual refresher training is recommended to maintain skills and meet employer requirements.
BLS focuses specifically on cardiac arrest and choking response. A full First Aid at Work course also covers a wider range of injuries, illnesses and workplace hazards.
Delegates should wear comfortable clothing suitable for floor-based practical work. All equipment, including manikins and AED trainers, is provided.
Yes. The techniques taught follow current UK guidelines and are directly applicable to cardiac arrest or choking emergencies in any work environment.
The course is designed for both complete beginners and those refreshing existing skills. Clear demonstrations and supervised practice are provided throughout.
Most UK employers require an annual refresher to ensure skills remain current and to meet insurance or regulatory expectations.
The course teaches the generic safe operation of AEDs. Delegates are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the exact model used in their own workplace after the course.
Prices per person typically start at £35. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
Training takes place in a dedicated classroom with the latest manikins and AED trainers. Delegates leave with clear, practical skills they can apply immediately in their own workplace.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group