Basic Life Support and CPR

Course Overview

The Basic Life Support and CPR course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical understanding of life-saving techniques required to respond effectively in emergency situations. This qualification focuses on basic life support procedures, CPR skills, airway management, and emergency response to help individuals act confidently and safely when someone needs urgent care.

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to gain life-saving skills, including healthcare workers, carers, teachers, parents, and individuals looking to improve their emergency response knowledge.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Understand the principles of Basic Life Support (BLS)

Learn the key steps involved in emergency life support

Provide life support to adults, children, and infants

Perform CPR safely and effectively with confidence

Understand airway management and recovery position techniques

Recognise and manage choking incidents and major injuries

Respond appropriately in emergency situations until help arrives

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Develop essential life-saving skills for real-life emergencies
• Apply CPR techniques correctly and confidently
• Manage airway and breathing emergencies effectively
• Provide immediate assistance before professional medical support arrives

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Healthcare and care professionals
• Teachers and childcare staff
• First aiders and support workers
• Parents and guardians
• Anyone interested in learning CPR and life support skills

No prior experience is required.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to Basic Life Support

Key Steps of Emergency Response

Adult, Child and Infant Life Support

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Techniques

Airway Management and Recovery Position

Managing Choking and Major Injuries

Emergency Action and Incident Response

Course Delivery

The course is delivered fully online through structured modules, interactive learning materials, and practical guidance. Learners benefit from flexible self-paced study and can access the course from laptop, tablet, or smartphone with 24/7 learning support.

Key Features

• Accredited by CPD
• Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Developed by qualified professionals in the field
• Self-paced learning and device-friendly access
• 24/7 Learning Assistance
• Discounts on bulk purchases

Sneak Peek

Preview selected lessons and course materials from the Basic Life Support and CPR course before enrolling.

Assessment

At the end of the course, learners will complete an online assessment. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing immediate results. There is no limit on retakes, and all assessment costs are included in the course fee.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the Basic Life Support and CPR course, learners will receive:

• An instant Digital CPD Certificate
• An optional Printed Certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99)

Certificates do not expire; however, annual refresher training is recommended to maintain up-to-date emergency response skills and best practices.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Basic Life Support and CPR course, are fully CPD accredited, helping learners gain recognised knowledge and practical skills to improve confidence and professional competence.

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