ABOUT THIS COURSE
For settings that face both resuscitation and anaphylaxis risk across all age groups, this qualification provides the most comprehensive non-clinical BLS training available. The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants (RQF) combines CPR and defibrillation for adult, child and infant casualties with the recognition and management of severe allergic reactions.
Delivered by National Training Hub — a Qualsafe registered centre (No. 907979) — this practical, regulated qualification is ideal for schools with known allergy risks, nurseries, and any community setting where participants of multiple age groups may require emergency intervention.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This is the most comprehensive non-clinical BLS qualification and is best suited to settings with both anaphylaxis risk and a mixed-age population. It is ideal for:
- School first aiders and staff managing pupils with severe, known allergies
- Nursery and early years staff in settings with anaphylaxis care plans
- Sports coaches and club staff working with young people and adults
- Catering and food service teams in schools and community settings
- Community volunteers and youth workers in diverse settings
- Staff required to hold the broadest possible non-clinical BLS qualification
Entry requirements: No formal prior first aid knowledge required. Learners must be at least 14 years old and able to perform practical tasks at floor level.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Assess an emergency situation safely and conduct a primary survey of an adult, child or infant casualty.
- Perform adult CPR to the correct technique, including compressions and rescue breaths.
- Perform CPR on a child using paediatric technique and appropriate depth.
- Perform CPR on an infant using two-finger technique and appropriate rescue breaths.
- Use an AED safely across all age groups, including correct pad placement and age-specific settings.
- Understand key CPR and AED considerations including age-specific differences and special circumstances.
- Place an unresponsive adult, child or infant in the recovery position and monitor their condition.
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis across all age groups and differentiate from a mild allergic reaction.
- Manage a casualty experiencing anaphylaxis and administer an adrenaline auto-injector correctly.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course is delivered in approximately 4 guided learning hours. It is the most wide-ranging non-clinical BLS qualification we offer, combining CPR across all three age groups with full AED use and anaphylaxis management using an auto-injector trainer.
You will be assessed across six practical scenarios. 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
- Child CPR and safe use of an AED
- Infant CPR and safe use of an AED
- CPR and AED considerations
- Unconscious casualty management
- Management of anaphylaxis
On successful completion, you will receive a Qualsafe certificate valid for 3 years. Annual CPR refresher training is recommended by the HSE and Resuscitation Council UK to maintain competence.
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 Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants (RQF) · 4 Guided Learning Hours · Certificate valid for 3 years · Annual CPR refresher recommended by HSE and Resuscitation Council UK. 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
Is this the most comprehensive BLS qualification you offer?
Yes — this is our most comprehensive non-clinical BLS qualification. It covers CPR and AED for adults, children and infants, plus the management of anaphylaxis including adrenaline auto-injector use. For clinical settings requiring compliance with Resuscitation Council (UK) Quality Standards, see our clinical BLS courses.
Does the course cover use of an adrenaline auto-injector?
Yes. Correct use of an adrenaline auto-injector (such as an EpiPen) is a core practical component. You will practise with a training device and work through a full anaphylaxis management scenario.
Is this suitable for a school with known allergy cases?
Yes. This qualification is designed for exactly this type of setting. It addresses the two most common life-threatening emergencies in schools — cardiac arrest and severe allergic reaction — across all age groups including children and infants.
How long is the certificate valid?
Your Qualsafe certificate is valid for 3 years. Annual CPR refresher training is recommended by the HSE and Resuscitation Council UK to maintain your skills between renewals.
Can you deliver this at our site?
Yes. We deliver on-site training nationwide across England and Wales. We bring all the equipment required and will deliver the session at a time and location that suits your organisation. Contact us to discuss your needs.