ICTQual Level 2 Award in BLS and AED
This qualification develops essential basic life support, CPR, AED, safety, and emergency response skills for learners who need to respond confidently to cardiac emergencies.
Course Features
This ICTQual Level 2 Award focuses on practical life-saving competence, covering CPR, AED use, emergency recognition, safety protocols, and special cardiac emergency considerations.
- Level 2 award focused on basic life support and AED competence
- Designed for cardiac emergency response in workplace and community settings
- Covers CPR and AED use for emergency situations
- Includes safety, legal, and infection control considerations
- Suitable for healthcare staff, workplace first aiders, and community responders
- Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres
About This Course
The ICTQual Level 2 Award in BLS and AED is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively during cardiac emergencies. The course develops competence in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, recognition of cardiac emergencies, safe AED operation, and emergency scene management.
Develops practical CPR and AED response skills
Builds confidence in managing cardiac emergencies
Supports emergency preparedness in workplace and community environments
Provides structured learning for safe AED operation
Strengthens understanding of legal, safety, and infection control responsibilities
Prepares learners for further first aid and emergency response progression
What You'll Learn
Learners will develop the knowledge and practical competence required to recognise cardiac emergencies, perform high-quality CPR, use an AED safely, and respond effectively in special emergency situations.
Understand the purpose and importance of CPR in emergency situations
Identify the signs and symptoms of cardiac emergencies
Perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
Understand the function, importance, and correct use of automated external defibrillators
Apply safety, legal, and infection control measures during CPR and AED use
Adapt CPR and AED procedures for special situations and choking emergencies
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for learners who need practical life-saving skills to respond to cardiac emergencies in workplaces, healthcare environments, educational settings, community spaces, or public service roles.
Healthcare professionals and healthcare support staff
Workplace first aiders and safety personnel
Teachers, childcare providers, and education staff
Security, facilities, and public-facing employees
Community volunteers and emergency response helpers
Individuals who want to be prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 2 Award in BLS and AED course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Recognizing Cardiac Emergencies
Performing High-Quality CPR
Introduction to Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
Using an AED
Safety and Legal Considerations
Special Considerations
Course Requirements
Learners should meet basic entry requirements to participate safely and effectively in theory learning, practical CPR activities, AED training, and assessment tasks.
Learners should have basic literacy, numeracy, English language, and communication skills to follow instructions and complete assessment requirements
Learners should have sufficient physical fitness to participate in practical CPR and AED demonstrations
Assessments
Assessment is designed to confirm both theoretical understanding and practical competence in CPR, AED use, emergency response, safety, and application of course concepts.
Practical demonstration of CPR techniques
Practical demonstration of safe AED use
Scenario-based emergency response assessment
Theory assessment through multiple-choice questions with a required pass mark
Progression
This qualification supports progression into further training and development in first aid, emergency response, healthcare support, public safety, and instruction-related pathways.
Advanced CPR and first aid courses
Healthcare certification programmes such as emergency medical technician, paramedic, or nursing pathways
Specialised training in emergency medicine, trauma care, disaster response, or pre-hospital care
CPR, AED, and first aid instructor development opportunities
Apply Now For This Course
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