AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED) TRAINING
Overview
Although the AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (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. Anyone is able to complete this program and it’s not restricted to First Aiders.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no academic requirements to join this course, however, individuals should be able to kneel and perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED) TRAINING COURSE STRUCTURE
THE COURSE INCLUDES AND EXPANDS ON THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- How to assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency.
- The importance of preventing cross-infection.
- The need for recording incidents and actions.
- How to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use an automated external defibrillator.
- Chain of survival
- Heart Problems
- Abnormal Heart Rhythms
- Resuscitation with an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Unconscious patient
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Choking
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
- Any member of the public in search of AED knowledge
- Schools that wish to 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
- Heath professionals
ASSESSMENT METHOD
The course is assessed by the Instructor throughout the session.
Tasks that are assessed are:
- Administering CPR
- Using the AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Recovery Position
COURSE DURATION & COST
4 hours (the qualification lasts for 1 Year)
Cost
From £65 per person + VAT (Group booking prices can be discussed)
