Every minute without CPR and defibrillation after a cardiac arrest reduces a casualty’s chance of survival by 10%. With an estimated 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occurring in the UK each year, having the skills to respond effectively can make all the difference.

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The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support in Clinical Practice (RQF) has been specifically developed for those who work, or are preparing to work, in healthcare and clinical practice environments. This qualification focuses on the essential practical competencies required to deliver adult basic life support (BLS) and automated external defibrillation (AED) safely and effectively.

Successful candidates will:

• Demonstrate the safe and effective administration of CPR in a clinical setting

• Practise the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) in line with current best practice

• Understand the importance of acting quickly in life-threatening emergencies

• Gain the confidence to provide prompt and effective basic life support as part of their clinical role

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This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:

• The Resuscitation Council (UK)

• A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care

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This QA qualification is:

• Designed for learners working in healthcare and clinical environments where the ability to provide adult basic life support is essential

• Intended to provide the practical skills and confidence needed to deliver effective CPR and defibrillation

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By the end of the course, learners will have developed the practical competence required to deliver adult basic life support and defibrillation in line with current clinical standards.