Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Course
Although the AED is now part of the HSE 1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and 3 Day First Aid at Work (FAW) courses. This course provides the First Aider with more in-depth knowledge about the use of the AED.Who is the course for?
- Any member of the public in search of AED knowledge
- Schools that wish purchase and have access to an AED on their premises
- Sports Professionals and Personal Trainers (including Football Association, Rugby, Sailing, Hockey)
- Charities & Local Authorities
- Children & Youth organisations
- Builders & Construction
- Beauty, Retail & Hospitality
- Home Carers, Care Homes & Foster Carers needing a regulated qualification
- Health professionals
How much does the course cost?
The course costs £50 per person + VAT.
The course costs £50 per person + VAT.
Course structure
The course covers and expands on the following areas:
The course covers and expands on the following areas:
- Chain of survival
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Heart Problems
- Abnormal Heart Rhythms
- Resuscitation with an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Unconscious patient
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Choking
Entry requirements
There are no academic requirements to join this course, however individuals should be able to kneel and perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
There are no academic requirements to join this course, however individuals should be able to kneel and perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Assessment method
The course is continually assessed over the day and there is a more formal question and answer session during the final practical assessment.
The course is continually assessed over the day and there is a more formal question and answer session during the final practical assessment.
Course duration
1/2 Day (the qualification lasts for 1 Year)
1/2 Day (the qualification lasts for 1 Year)