Basic Life Support - Level 2

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Basic Life Support - Level 2 | Practical Course | CPDUK Accredited Level 2 Duration 3 hours in Coventry (1:00 PM-4:30 PM) Method Classroom-based practical course Platform Face-to-f ace practical training and assessment in Coventry Access expiry N/A Certificate Validity 1 year Overview CPD-Accredited | CQC Compliant | RCUK & CSTF-Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS This CPD-accredited Basic Life Support Level 2 (Adult Basic Life Support/BLS), including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), is a 3-hour classroom-based course at our Coventry Training Centre. It develops adult BLS, CPR, AED, choking response, recovery position and emergency response skills through demonstrations, supervised practice, scenarios and competence checks, supporting Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF)-aligned evidence and compliance. Course content This Basic Life Support practical course covers: Adult BLS principles and CSTF expectations Recognition of deterioration, unresponsiveness and cardiac arrest Scene safety, response and escalation Calling for help and procedures CPR techniques, depth, rate and recoil Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, pad placement and shock safety Airway opening and rescue breaths Adult choking response and recovery position Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNACPR) and Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment (ReSPECT) awareness Paediatric choking, anaphylaxis, and infant/child CPR Communication, handover, reporting and record-keeping Practical scenarios, supervised practice, feedback and checks. Who is the course for? This Basic Life Support face-to-face course is for: Registered nurses and healthcare assistants General practitioners, primary care staff, dentists and dental teams Allied health professionals and clinical support workers Adult social care, care home, domiciliary care and supported living staff Recruitment agency workers Health and social care staff who need CSTF-aligned BLS training. Aims The aims of this Basic Life Support practical course are to: Develop learners’ knowledge and practical, supervised hands-on clinical competence in adult Basic Life Support, CPR and AED use in line with current clinical, workplace safety and CSTF expectations Strengthen confidence and timely real-world operational readiness to respond safely and effectively to life-threatening emergencies Support evidence of formally assessed practical and workplace-verified ongoing BLS competence for workplace records, audits and compliance checks. Learning objectives This Basic Life Support classroom-based course will: Cover adult basic life support principles, CPR techniques and effective AED use in line with current guidance Explain recognition of deterioration, unresponsiveness, abnormal breathing and cardiac arrest Reinforce airway opening, rescue breaths, choking response, paediatric choking, anaphylaxis, and infant/child CPR and recovery position techniques Demonstrate escalation, communication and handover during emergency situations Introduce DNACPR and ReSPECT awareness within local policy and professional and clinical role boundaries Provide supervised practice using BLS equipment and realistic simulated emergency scenarios Support reporting, documentation, record-keeping, safe practice and professional accountability and governance standards. Learning outcomes By the end of this Basic Life Support face-to-face course, learners will be able to: Recognise signs of clinical deterioration, unresponsiveness and cardiac arrest Summon emergency help promptly in line with local procedures Explain the importance of resuscitation guidance and local policy Start CPR promptly and perform high-quality chest compressions with correct depth, rate and recoil Deliver rescue breaths where trained and use an AED safely following prompts Respond appropriately to adult choking and place an unconscious breathing adult in the recovery position Respond appropriately to paediatric choking, anaphylaxis, and infant/child CPR Communicate, escalate, and hand over clearly, and explain responsibilities, record-keeping, and DNACPR/ReSPECT awareness in care settings. Course assessment Assessment includes active participation in the classroom practical session Trainer-led simulations and discussion are used to confirm understanding of BLS principles Learners are observed carrying out adult CPR techniques Assessment includes safe AED use, choking response, recovery position and emergency-response scenarios Practical competence checks use relevant resuscitation equipment and trainer feedback. Note: Certification is issued only after the required classroom activities and practical assessment elements have been successfully completed. Course certification CPD-accredited digital certificate issued after successful completion of the face-to-face practical session and assessment Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF through ComplyPlus™ LMS Supports evidence of Basic Life Support competence for workplace records, audits and compliance checks Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ LMS platform. Important: This is a classroom-based practical course. It is neither an online-only nor a blended course. Certification is issued after successful attendance, participation and completion of the required practical competence checks. Refresher requirements This course certificate should be refreshed annually Earlier refresher training may be required where legislation, resuscitation guidance, workplace policy, equipment, risk assessment, learner role, clinical procedures or identified competence requirements change. Course accreditation Externally reviewed and accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK), supporting high-quality training aligned with international CPD standards Aligned with Core Skills Training Framework Resuscitation Level 2 requirements for relevant healthcare and social care roles Informed by current Resuscitation Council UK 2025 guidance and recognised emergency-response practice Supports training expectations in regulated health and social care environments, including services working under Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards. FAQ's Why is this basic life support practical course important? This practical course supports ongoing competence in CPR, AED use, choking response and emergency response. It helps staff respond safely and promptly to life-threatening emergencies. Is this basic life support classroom-based course also known as adult basic life support? Yes. This classroom-based course may also be referred to as adult basic life support (BLS), BLS Level 2, CPR and AED training, or adult resuscitation training, depending on the workplace setting. Who should take this basic life support face-to-face course? This face-to-face course is suitable for health and social care staff who need practical basic life support, CPR and AED training for their workplace role, including nurses, healthcare assistants, care staff and primary care teams. Is this an online basic life support course? No. This is a classroom-based practical course delivered face-to-face at The Mandatory Training Group’s Coventry Training Centre. What does this BLS practical course cover? This practical course covers adult basic life support, CPR, AED use, choking response, recovery position, emergency escalation, communication, reporting and practical competence assessment. What will I practise during the BLS session? You will practise CPR, AED use, choking response, recovery position, scene safety, communication, escalation and emergency response scenarios using relevant training equipment. Where does the practical BLS session take place? The practical session takes place at The Mandatory Training Group’s Coventry Training Centre, HDTI Building, Coventry University Technology Park, Swift Road, Coventry, CV1 2TT. The venue offers free on-site parking, easy access via local bus routes, is within walking distance of Coventry Railway Station, and provides complimentary refreshments throughout the day. What should I do before attending the practical course? Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the course start time to allow time for registration and to ensure the course begins promptly. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing suitable for participation in basic life support demonstrations and practical activities. What do I need to bring with me? Please bring a valid form of photo identification and your booking confirmation, either printed or available on your mobile device. Is there any important travel information I should be aware of? Roadworks and a road closure on Mile Lane may cause travel delays and disruption to usual routes. To access the HDTI Building, please approach via Ringway St Johns and follow the signs for "Tech Park" through Short Street, Parkside, Puma Way and Swift Road. We recommend allowing extra travel time and checking local traffic conditions before travelling. When do I receive my BLS certificate? Upon successful completion of the classroom session and practical assessment, your certificate will be made available online through ComplyPlus™ LMS. It is issued as a quality-assured PDF and can be downloaded directly from your learner account. How long is the BLS certificate valid for? The certificate is valid for 1 year unless earlier refresher training is required due to employer policy, local risk assessment, role changes, equipment changes, guidance updates or incident learning. What happens if I do not pass the BLS practical assessment? If you do not meet the required standard, the trainer will provide feedback and guidance. Certification is issued only after all required practical competence checks have been completed successfully. Can employers book group BLS training? Yes. Employers can enquire about group or in-house Basic Life Support training, subject to trainer availability, venue suitability, equipment requirements and location. What if I need to change my booking? If your circumstances change, please contact us as soon as possible. We offer a risk-free date transfer, allowing you to move your booking to another available course date, subject to availability, without losing your course fee or incurring an administration charge. How can I get in touch if I have any questions? If you have any questions before the course, please contact us by email at [email protected]. How do I log on to the eLearning platform? After purchasing a course, you’ll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus™ LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date. I haven't received my login details. What should I do? Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there. How do I download my certificate(s)? Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus™ LMS. It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform. Once available, you can: Download the certificate directly to your device Save a digital copy for your records Print a physical copy if needed. No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access. Can I request name changes on certificates? Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others. If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification. Do you give discounts for bulk purchases? Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. 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