ICTQual Level 2 Award in BLS and AED

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

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

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

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

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

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

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