Automated External Defibrillator Programme

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Programme is a four-hour course, providing candidates with knowledge, skills and confidence to act safely, promptly and effectively to deal with a casualty suffering a cardiac arrest.

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Candidate Age Requirements

16+

Course Duration

½ day

Qualification Validity

2 years

Candidate Age Requirements

16+

Course Duration

½ day

Qualification Validity

2 years

AED is a vital part of improving the chance of survival in cases of cardiac arrest.

Is this course suitable for you?

This qualification is for learners aged over 16 who have a specific responsibility at work, or in a voluntary capacity to provide emergency first aid.

AED Qualification

The Automated External Defibrillator qualification is valid for two years from the date of achievement. To get qualified in this course, candidates must be 16 years of age at the date of assessment, show 100% attendance and complete all assessments.

Requalification for AED

Candidates should retake this qualification before the certificate expiry date to remain qualified. To requalify, candidates must complete the training and assessment again.

Delivery Method

To ensure the best support is provided to candidates, the maximum number attending a course is limited to 12.

Course Duration

The total qualification time for AED course is a minimum of 4 hours, excluding breaks and organisational arrangements.

Assessment

Assessment for the AED course will include a mixture of practical and theory-based evaluations. 

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