Automated External Defibrillation

Who is the course for?
The AED course has been designed to allow people who have access, or potential access to an AED to learn the correct methods of operation and application. It also provides an excellent way of allowing organisations to assess the ease in which an AED can be used in the workplace.

Minimum Entry Requirements:
16+ years of age. It’s desirable that the person has a valid First Aid certificate, but not essential.

Certification:
Certificate of competence. Issued by the Ambulance Service and valid for six months.

Duration:
Half Day.

Class Size:
Student / Instructor ratio of 12:1.

Who delivers it?
Commercial Ambulance Instructor.

Description:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the chain of survival.
2. Recognise and manage asphyxia.
3. On a manikin demonstrate Basic Life Support including Airway Management.
4. Recognise and manage cardiac related illnesses.
5. Describe the function of a defibrillator.
6. State the defibrillation safety procedures.
7. On a manikin demonstrate the use of a defibrillator within a cardiac arrest scenario.
8. Demonstrate post cardiac arrest care on a simulated patient.

Course Bookings

There are 3 easy ways for you to book places on our courses:

1. Book on-line using the on-line booking system below.
2. Download our electronic Booking Form and e-mail it to info@firstaid-training.com.
3. Contact the Training Team on 0870 8330 999.

On-line Booking

To make an on-line booking find the course you require below, type the number of places required in the quantity field and click the 'add' button. If you would like to book places on additional courses click the 'continue shopping' button. Once you have chosen all of your course places click on 'order these items' to add delegate names, your contact details and preferred payment method. Please ensure that you complete all of the required fields.

Once submitted a member of the Commercial Training Team and will contact you to confirm your booking. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days please contact a member of the Team on 0870 8330 999. Please note that all bookings are subject to availability.

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