Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF)
Duration: 1-day course
Regulation: Ofqual regulated
Certificate Validity: 1 year
Course Overview
Develop Essential Skills for Life-Threatening Emergencies
The Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) is designed for individuals who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, within voluntary groups or community activities, to provide basic life support (BLS), safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and support a casualty experiencing anaphylaxis.
This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond confidently during serious medical emergencies.
The qualification content and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of the Resuscitation Council UK and guidance from a distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care.
Successful learners will develop the practical competencies needed to provide adult basic life support, operate an AED safely and provide appropriate first aid support to a casualty suffering from suspected anaphylaxis.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
Workplace first aiders.
Employees with responsibility for emergency response.
Sports clubs and community groups.
Hospitality, education and childcare settings.
Individuals who may need to respond to cardiac emergencies or severe allergic reactions.
What's Covered?
Topics Include:
Emergency Assessment
Conducting a scene survey
Conducting a primary survey on a casualty
Identifying when CPR should be administered
Adult Basic Life Support (BLS)
Demonstrating CPR using an adult manikin
Considerations when administering CPR
Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Recovery Position
Recognising when to place a casualty in the recovery position
Safely placing a casualty in the recovery position
Continually monitoring breathing while in the recovery position
Anaphylaxis Management
Recognising suspected anaphylaxis
Providing first aid for a casualty experiencing suspected anaphylaxis
Using an adrenaline auto-injector
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