This course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities and duties related to basic life support in the workplace, procedures for responding to accidents and sudden illness, medication and healthcare tasks, working securely, and managing stress. Accredited by CPD and assessed through a single assessment.
Mode of Study: Flexible Learning – Part Time / Online / Blended
Level: 2
Duration: 1hr 40 Mins
Topics: 2
Assessment: 1
Pass mark: 75%
Accredited by: CPD
Ideal for:
Employees working in various industries such as care, education, professional services, etc.
Essential Life Support is a set of techniques for assessing a medical emergency and providing lifesaving first-aid until a trained medical professional arrives. It’s necessary knowledge for anyone who works in the care industry, and getting it right can mean the difference between life and death.
The course contains both formative and summative assessments
At the end of the learning, you will be required to take a quiz, typically with 10 – 15 questions
You are required to score 75% to pass the quiz and complete the course
Please note that the CPD programmes aim to promote awareness of good practices and industry standards. It is also a good place to understand your rights and responsibilities when working in the UK. Therefore, you can access the learning repeatedly and attempt the test to ensure you fully understand and grasp the facts.
By completion, you will be able to:
Understand their responsibilities and the duties of others relating to first aid and health & safety in the workplace.
Understand procedures for responding to accidents and sudden illness.
Understand medication and healthcare tasks.
Promote fire safety, work securely, and manage stress.
Computer/tablet with a reliable internet connection for online learning platform access
PDF Reader (Adobe Acrobat or equivalent) for course materials
Quiet study space for focused learning and reflective practice activities
