Course Information
Basic Life Support (BLS) training is essential for nurses, healthcare assistants, and all staff who may be required to respond to medical emergencies. This training equips participants with the core skills needed to act quickly and effectively during life‑threatening situations. BLS is mandatory for registered nurses and HCAs, but the knowledge and confidence gained are valuable for anyone working in health or social care.
The course follows the latest Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines and includes hands‑on practice in CPR, airway management, and the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). By developing competence in early recognition and intervention, attendees help improve patient safety and potentially save lives.
Please note: Successful completion requires full participation in all practical elements, including rescue breaths, chest compressions, and the recovery position. These activities involve kneeling and working at floor level.
This Apex training programme includes:
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Legal requirements: Understanding duty of care, professional responsibilities, and organisational expectations
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Managing an incident: Scene safety, primary and secondary assessment, and prioritising actions
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CPR and AED use: Adult basic life support techniques and safe operation of an automated external defibrillator
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Airway management and the recovery position: Supporting breathing and maintaining airway patency
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Unconscious casualty care: Immediate actions and safe handling
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Principles of resuscitation: Early recognition, early CPR, early defibrillation, and post‑resuscitation care
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Simulated workstation and clinical oversight: Practical, supervised skill development to build confidence and competence
Who is this course for?
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Suitable for: Anyone
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Delivery method: Face-to-face / Virtual training
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Course length: ½ day
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Max attendees: 15 delegates