This course is for Instructors/Assessors who wish to deliver Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training to anyone who wishes to learn this vital lifesaving skill.

AED are now becoming more and more popular in public areas such as train stations, airports, shopping centres, supermarkets etc. It is very important therefore to have as many people in the country proficiently trained in the use this lifesaving and vital piece of equipment.

AED is well established as the only effective therapy for Cardiac Arrest due to Ventricular Fibrillation (VF) or pulse less Ventricular Tachycardia (VT). There has been a lot of research and study been done with regards to an AED and the results of which have been overwhelming.

It is the single most determinant of survival being the delay from collapse to the first shock. The chances of successful defibrillation however decline at a rate of 7-10% with each minute, so effective basic life support is also necessary to sustain a shock able rhythm.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone who already holds a First Aid Instructor certification whether it be with ourselves or another training organisation. People who are medical professionals do not need to be trained in first aid. 

What Does the Course Cover?

The course covers:

• Resuscitation Assessment
• Primary Care
• The Chain of Survival
• The Heart and its functions
• AED – How does it work?
• AED – How to use it
• AED – Safety
• AED - Maintenance
• AED & Children
• How to teach the AED
• Final Assessment

How Long Does the Course Take?

The course will take approximately 4-6 hours over a period of one day.

How long will I be qualified to teach the AED course?

Once qualified the AED Instructor qualification must be renewed every 3 years. We recommend that you review your AED skills every 12 months.  

How do I Book a Course?

All you need to do is contact First For Medical Training Ltd and we will help you through it.