Courses

CPR & AED training

Focused training on cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the safe use of an automated external defibrillator.

A learner practising adult CPR on a training manikin on the floor
Adult CPR practice on a training manikin.

Who this course is for

Any workplace, school or nursery that wants focused CPR and defibrillator confidence. Useful as standalone training or alongside a wider first aid course.

Practical focus

Practical CPR practice on manikins and safe AED use in realistic scenarios. Learners rehearse the steps so they can act quickly and confidently in a cardiac emergency.

Delivery approach

Delivered at your premises, UK-wide, as a group session. Practical, hands-on and built around your setting.

Course information

Plan your team training with clear information about learning time, assessment and certification. Start times and breaks are confirmed with your organisation; taught hours exclude breaks.

Duration
The session length is confirmed for your chosen CPR/AED course before booking. The current FAA adult Basic Life Support and AED award has a minimum of 2.5 taught hours; other award options differ.
Assessment
Practical demonstration of the required skills. We confirm the precise award and assessment requirements for your group before booking.
Certification
For the current FAA adult Basic Life Support and AED award, certification follows successful assessment and is valid for three years. We confirm the award selected for your booking.

What you will learn

  • Checking an incident and summoning help
  • Recognising an unresponsive casualty
  • Adult CPR practice on a manikin
  • Recovery position and breathing monitoring
  • Safe use of an AED training device

Certification depends on successful completion of the required learning and assessments. Please discuss any practical participation or access needs with us before booking.

View the course or qualification reference

Nationally accredited first aid training, with all courses Nuco approved and approved by First Aid Awards (FAA), delivered by Nuco-approved trainers.

What you get

Hands-on, practical training built around your setting and the people you need trained.

  • Hands-on practice

    Real practice with manikins and scenarios.

  • Group sessions

    Training sized to your team or setting.

  • Onsite, UK-wide

    Delivered at your premises — we come to you.

  • Practical CPR practice on manikins
  • Safe AED use in realistic scenarios
  • Builds confidence to act fast

Request a quote — CPR & AED training

Tell us about your setting and the people you need trained. We'll put together a practical, onsite training quote.