Course Description
Is the Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course accredited by an official body?
In most cases the awarding body (QNUK) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching. Visit QNUK web site
What is the QNUK - Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course?
Category: First-Aid
Level: Beginner
The QNUK Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support (Adults and Children) (RQF) qualification is aimed those looking to learn basic life support. This may be for the purpose of personal achievement, however may also support a role in a workplace - for example, clinical and non-clinical staff working in a GP or Dentist practice.
This qualification has the purpose of supporting a role in the workplace.
Guided learning hours (GLH) = 3
Total Qualification Time (TQT) = 3
Who is the QNUK - Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course designed for?
The QNUK Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support (Adults and Children) (RQF) qualification is for those that are interested in, or are required to attend annual training in basic life support.
While some candidates may be interested in undertaking this qualification for personal development, those working in a GP or dentist surgery may attend to meet industry requirements.
What subjects does the QNUK - Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course cover?
Learning outcomes Assessment criterion
Be able to support a casualty who is unresponsive and not breathing normally
Conduct a primary survey of:
an adult
a child
an infant
Identify the need to commence CPR
Demonstrate CPR for:
an adult
a child
an infant
Be able to support a casualty who is unresponsive and breathing normally
Demonstrate how to place an adult casualty into the recovery position
Demonstrate how to place an infant in a recovery position
Be able to support a casualty who is choking
Identify when choking is:
mild
severe
Demonstrate how to administer first aid to a choking casualty who is:
an adult
a child
an infant
How is the QNUK - Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course assessed?
Candidates are assessed for this qualification using the following methods:
Practical observation
Candidates are required to demonstrate capabilities in performing Basic life Support as they would in an emergency situation, therefore, candidates will need to be able to work on the floor - for example, as with CPR.
This qualification is available to those over 16 years. Candidates should be at least a level 2 numeracy and literacy or equivalent
What certificate do I get for passing the QNUK - Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support Adults and Children course?
