ICTQual Level 2 Award in CPR and AED

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in CPR and AED is designed to provide essential knowledge and practical skills for responding confidently and effectively to cardiac emergencies.

• Professional certification focused on CPR and AED emergency response

• Suitable for healthcare professionals, workplace first aiders, and concerned citizens

• Covers recognition of cardiac emergencies and immediate lifesaving actions

• Includes practical CPR skills for adults, children, and infants

• Provides step-by-step AED use and safety procedures

• Includes mandatory assessment through ICTQual Approved Training Centres

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in CPR and AED provides learners with the knowledge and practical ability to respond swiftly during cardiac emergencies. It focuses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillation, scene safety, and effective emergency response.

• Builds essential lifesaving knowledge and practical response skills

• Supports preparedness for cardiac arrest and related emergencies

• Develops confidence in CPR and AED use

• Helps learners respond safely before emergency services arrive

• Provides a foundation for further first aid and emergency care training

• Supports professional development in healthcare, workplace safety, and public safety roles

Learners will develop the official knowledge and skills required to recognize cardiac emergencies, perform CPR correctly, use AED equipment safely, and respond effectively in special emergency situations.

• Understand the purpose and importance of CPR in emergency situations

• Identify signs and symptoms of cardiac emergencies, including heart attacks, cardiac arrest, strokes, and choking

• Perform high-quality CPR with correct chest compressions and rescue breaths

• Understand the function, importance, and appropriate use of AEDs

• Follow the step-by-step process for using an AED safely and effectively

• Apply safety, legal, infection control, and special-situation considerations during CPR and AED response

This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning essential lifesaving skills and preparing to respond to cardiac emergencies in workplaces, communities, healthcare settings, or public environments.

• Healthcare professionals and healthcare support staff

• Workplace first aiders and safety personnel

• Teachers, childcare staff, and education workers

• Volunteers and community responders

• Public safety and emergency response personnel

• Individuals who want to be prepared for cardiac emergencies

Entry requirements may vary by institution, but learners are typically expected to meet basic age, language, literacy, numeracy, and physical capability requirements.

• Candidates must typically be at least 18 years old, have basic literacy and numeracy skills, and possess sufficient English language ability

• Learners should have a basic level of physical fitness to perform CPR and use an AED safely

Assessment is mandatory and conducted through ICTQual Approved Training Centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of the course material and ability to apply CPR and AED concepts.

• Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

• Assessment of comprehension of course material

• Evaluation of ability to apply concepts in practical situations

• Minimum passing score of 75% required

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in CPR and AED supports progression into further emergency care, healthcare, public safety, and continuing professional development pathways.

• Advanced CPR and first aid courses

• Healthcare certification programmes such as EMT, paramedic, or nursing pathways

• Specialized training in emergency medicine, trauma care, disaster response, or pre-hospital care

• CPR and first aid instructor development, public safety roles, volunteering, and further education