ABOUT THIS COURSE
Clinical settings have a heightened duty to ensure all staff can respond to a cardiac emergency. The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support in Clinical Practice (RQF) is specifically designed for clinical teams — designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards that regulate how BLS training must be delivered in healthcare environments.
Delivered by National Training Hub — a Qualsafe registered centre (No. 907979) — this qualification covers adult CPR, AED use and the management of choking, ensuring clinical staff are prepared for the cardiac emergencies most likely to occur in their setting.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is designed for all staff working in regulated clinical environments where compliance with Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards is required. It is relevant for:
- GP surgery staff including receptionists, nurses and healthcare assistants
- Dental nurses, dental therapists and front-of-house dental practice staff
- Aesthetic practitioners and clinic staff in cosmetic and aesthetic settings
- Care home staff and residential healthcare teams
- Community health workers and domiciliary care staff
- Any clinical team member required to hold an annual BLS qualification as part of their role
Entry requirements: No specific formal entry requirements. Suitable for all clinical staff regardless of previous BLS training history.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Assess an emergency situation safely in a clinical environment and conduct a primary survey.
- Recognise when CPR is needed and perform adult CPR to the correct technique, including compressions at the correct rate and depth.
- Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively, including correct pad placement for a clinical casualty.
- Understand key CPR and AED considerations relevant to clinical practice.
- Place an unresponsive adult in the recovery position and monitor their condition.
- Recognise and manage a choking adult casualty, including back blows, abdominal thrusts and the management of an unconscious choking casualty.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This focused clinical BLS course is delivered in approximately 3 guided learning hours, covering the full range of emergencies most likely to occur in clinical practice — cardiac arrest, AED use and choking. Training is entirely practical, using adult resuscitation manikins and AED training devices.
You will be assessed across four practical scenarios during the course. There are no written tests — assessment is observed and recorded on a Pass or Fail basis throughout the session.
- Adult CPR and safe use of an AED
- CPR and AED considerations
- Unconscious casualty management
- Management of a choking casualty
On successful completion, you will receive a Qualsafe certificate valid for 1 year, following Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards guidance for annual clinical BLS renewal.
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
This qualification is awarded by Qualsafe Awards — the UK's largest Awarding Organisation for First Aid qualifications, regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) and Qualifications Wales.
Qualification: Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support in Clinical Practice (RQF) · 3 Guided Learning Hours · Certificate valid for 1 year · Designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards. Every certificate can be verified online through the Qualsafe Awards portal.
National Training Hub is a Qualsafe registered centre (Centre No. 907979).
WHY CHOOSE NATIONAL TRAINING HUB?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is this certificate only valid for 1 year?
Clinical BLS certificates are valid for 1 year following Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards guidance, which requires annual renewal for all clinical staff. This is a higher standard than non-clinical BLS courses, which carry a 3-year certificate.
Does this course meet regulatory requirements?
This course is designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards for clinical BLS training. We recommend checking your specific regulatory body's requirements, but this qualification is widely accepted for NHS contract requirements and professional registration obligations.
Can you train our whole clinical team at our practice?
Yes. We deliver on-site BLS training for GP surgeries, dental practices, aesthetic clinics, care homes and other clinical settings nationwide across England and Wales. We bring all equipment and work around your clinical timetable. Contact us to book.
Does this course include choking management?
Yes. Management of an adult choking casualty — including back blows, abdominal thrusts and the unconscious choking sequence — is a core part of this clinical qualification.
Is this different from the standard Adult BLS and AED course?
Yes. The clinical version is tailored for healthcare settings, includes choking management, is designed to assist clinical practices in meeting the requirements of the Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards, and carries a 1-year validity. The standard non-clinical version has a 3-year certificate and is designed for workplaces and community settings.