Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Course description
A 3 hour course designed to train people to use an AED in a cardiac arrest situation. An AED is a portable device used to deliver a shock which stops the heart fibrillating during cardiac arrest. Getting an AED to a casualty within 3 minutes of a cardiac arrest is essential for their survival.
Who is the course suitable for?
This course is suitable and recommended for all First Aiders, Appointed Persons and Lifeguards who would benefit from the knowledge and experience of using this lifesaving equipment.
What you will learn
This course will enable successful participants to refresh their CPR and learn to use the AED in a safe and controlled manner.
Course content
- Basic life support
- Anatomy of the heart
- Circulatory system – (normal and abnormal)
- The chain of survival
- The role of AED in basic life support
- What is AED and what does it do
- Controls and procedures
- Using the defibrillator
- Safety and maintenance
- Question and answer session
Assessment and certification
The assessment will be question and answer based, along with student practice and scenarios. Upon successful completion participants will be issued with a certificate valid for one year.
Duration
3 hours
Prices
We work with our clients to meet their individual requirements and specifications. Please contact us for course costs. All costs are for on site training. If you would prefer an external venue please specify in your enquiry.
