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LEVEL 2 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT : 3-HOURÂ COURSE
This Basic Life Support course will give learners the skills and knowledge to act in an emergency situation providing the casualty with critical life-saving assistance until support arrives.
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This course also covers the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
A range of subjects are covered including:
What is First Aid?
Action in an emergency
Primary survey
Secondary assessment
Resuscitation and AED
Disorders of respiration
Certification
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This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew their qualification after 3 years, delegates will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that, during the 3 year period, delegates attend annual refresher courses.
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Assessment
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Summative practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor.
Numbers
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A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 14 years of age to qualify.
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