Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator

Designed for people who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to use an AED when dealing with an emergency situation, this qualification is based on the recommendations of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and the Skills for Health Assessment Principles for First Aid Qualifications.

Aim of Qualification

The aim of the qualification is to enable learners to attain the knowledge and competencies needed to deal with the use of an Automated External Defibrillation (AED). Learners should be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe use of the AED in emergency situations.

Course Content

• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
• Safe use of an AED
• Safety considerations

Assessment Method

Practical Assessment completed throughout the course

Course Duration

3 hours Stand Alone or 1½ hours*
*bolt on to other first aid training that covers/assesses Adult CPR.

Credit value

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A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded on completion of the course.

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See also

Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation