Attending training on how to use an ‘Automated External Defibrillator (AED)’ can provide you with the necessary skills to save someone’s life in an emergency. When used promptly, an AED can significantly increase the chances of survival for someone having a cardiac arrest.
Automated External Defibrillator training (AED)
AEDs are designed to be used by the public and very effective at guiding the operator through the process of administering the shock.
Automated External Defibrillator (AEDs) have become widely available, are safe and easy to use, and will not allow a shock to be given to a victim who does not require one. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) units are becoming commonplace.
Delivered directly in your workplace for a group of up to 6-10 delegates for a group cost of only £510.00 +Vat – Call us on 0151 515 0416 to discuss your training requirements.
Who is this course suitable for:
For Learners who require the knowledge and skills in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) machine. For child carers such as nursery staff and teachers, Retail and leisure centre staff. The course covers the core competencies as required by the Resuscitation Council UK guidelines on the operation of an AED.
Duration:
The Basic Life Support and Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training Course duration is half day, normally three hours. Delivered at a time to fit in with your business needs – please discuss your required training delivery times when booking your course with us.
Course aims:
The course will equip delegates the correct procedures for the safe usage of AED within the retail, healthcare and educational sector. This will equip the candidate to assist a casualty confidently if an emergency first aid situation should arise.
Course Content – Basic Life Support and Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training:
Delegates will complete practical demonstration using their new skills and knowledge delivered in this Training course. Course content also includes:
- Scene assessment
- DRABC check and sending for help
- Defibrillation (recognition of heart rhythms)
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in adults and children
- Primary assessment
- CPR and use of AED on a casualty
- Obstructed Airway Management (choking)
- Controlling bleeding and treatment for shock
- Controlling bleeding and treatment for shock
- Connecting the AED to a casualty
- Defibrillate a casualty
- Administer first aid to an unconscious casualty (including seizure)
- Handover of casualty to emergency services
Assessment and Certification:
Candidates must be physically able to carry out the procedures detailed in the course outline and must attend the full session to be eligible for assessment. On successful completion of the course candidates will receive an Automatic External Defibrillator certificate of attendance – valid for 1 year. Ongoing assessment throughout the course.
For more information on resuscitation please visit the UK Resuscitation Council website.
For further information on our Automated External Defibrillator training courses please email us. Or alternatively, call us on 0151 515 0416 and ask to speak with one of our Training Consultants.