BASIC LIFE SUPPORT COURSE

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HIGHFIELD LEVEL 2 INTERNATIONAL AWARD IN BASIC LIFE SUPPORT AND USE OF AN AED 4 Hours
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What is Basic Life Support (BLS) certification? What is a Basic Life Support (BLS) course?

The most basic of our First Aid courses, “Basic Life Support & use of an AED”, will teach you the fundamental skills and give you the confidence to deal with an individual experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as cardiac arrest, choking, or drowning. This course focuses on administering quick and effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the correct use of an automated external defibrillator on adults in distress. By taking this course you significantly improve the chances of survival and reduce the risk of long-term complications for adults you choose to help before advanced medical care arrives.

What will I learn on the Basic Life Support (BLS) course? What is included in basic first aid training?

If you take a Basic Life Support (BLS) course with Blueguard ME, you will learn fundamental skills and confidence to deal with an individual experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as cardiac arrest, choking, or drowning. This course focuses on administering quick and effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the correct use of an automated external defibrillator on adults in distress. By taking this course you significantly improve the chances of survival and reduce the risk of long-term complications for individuals you choose to help before advanced medical care arrives.

A Basic Life Support (BLS) course with Blueguard ME will enable you to:

  1. Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally.
  2. Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally.
  3. Know how to safely use an automated external defibrillator.
  4. Be able to safely use an automated external defibrillator.

How is the Basic Life Support (BLS) taught & assessed?

The Basic Life Support (BLS) course at Blueguard ME can either be taught in our training center or at your preferred choice of venue. You will be taught each of the learner outcomes in stages where your teacher will physically demonstrate the various skills and techniques and then have you physically show them what you have learned. You will be assessed via a practical observation which is completed throughout the course delivery. This ongoing assessment requires learners to demonstrate practical first-aid skills. You will also be required to answer a series of questions, using multiple-choice exam papers or via oral questioning, depending on your teacher’s preferred choice.

What are the requirements to take the Basic Life Support (BLS) course?

If you would like to do a Basic Life Support (BLS) course at Blueguard ME, you simply must meet the basic level of English the course is delivered in. There is no specific age restriction for the Basic Life Support (BLS) course in Dubai or the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in Dubai, however, you will be required to physically be able to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) effectively before registration.

How long does it take to complete the basic life support (BLS) course and get the basic life support (BLS) certification?

The duration of the basic life support (BLS) course in Dubai is 4 hours with a practical assessment and multiple-choice theory assessment. Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will get your basic life support (BLS) certification and license within 24 hours of sitting the course. For a blended learning option, you can complete the Online Emergency First Aid at Work course and then attend only a three-hour in-person training for Basic Life Support & use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Is the Basic Life Support (BLS) course a certification or a license?

The Basic Life Support (BLS) course in Dubai is both a certification as well as a license. Upon successful completion of the basic life support (BLS) course in Dubai, you will receive within 24 hours a basic life support (BLS) certification as well as a basic life support (BLS) license. The duration of this course is 4 hours with a practical assessment and multiple-choice theory assessment. For a blended learning option, you can complete the Online Emergency First Aid at Work course and then attend only a three-hour in-person training for Basic Life Support & use of an AED.

Will I get a certificate from this course? How long is this certification valid for?

Upon successful completion of a basic life support (BLS) course in Dubai with Blueguard ME, you will get a basic life support (BLS) certification as well as a basic life support license, both of which are valid for three years.

What can I do with a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate?

Having a basic life support (BLS) certification will enable you to add value within your community and administer the correct tools and techniques that could be the difference between life and death if you choose to assist an individual in an emergency. Having a basic life support (BLS) certification in Dubai will give you the confidence to know that you have been approved by the Dubai Corporation of Ambulance (DCAS) to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the correct use of an automated external defibrillator on an individual in distress.

The most basic of our First Aid courses, “Basic Life Support & use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)”, will teach you the fundamental skills and give you the confidence to deal with an individual experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as cardiac arrest, choking, or drowning. This course focuses on administering quick and effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the correct use of an automated external defibrillator on adults in distress. By taking this course you significantly improve the chances of survival and reduce the risk of long-term complications for adults you choose to help before advanced medical care arrives.

How often do you need to refresh a basic life support (BLS) course?

Upon successful completion of a basic life support (BLS) course with Blueguard ME, you will receive a certificate and license that are valid for three years. If you work in a high-risk environment or a job that involves frequent exposure to potential hazards, you may want to refresh your basic life support (BLS) training more often or even consider one of Blueguard ME’s other first aid courses to deepen your knowledge. It is a good idea to refresh your training if you have not used your skills in a while or if there have been significant updates or changes to basic life support (BLS) practices. At Blueguard ME, we recommend that you refresh your basic life support (BLS) training at least once a year. This way, you will constantly be up to speed with the most advanced skills and knowledge of administering basic life support (BLS), if you were ever to assist in an emergency situation. The support you give could be the difference between life and death.

Can I do a basic life support (BLS) course and certificate online?

At Blueguard ME we offer a blended learning option for our basic life support (BLS) course. You can complete the Online Emergency First Aid at Work course and upon successful completion obtain an e-certificate for Online Emergency First Aid at Work. This enables you to then attend only a three-hour in-person training for Basic Life Support & use of an AED instead of four hours. You cannot obtain a basic life support certificate online as there is a practical part of the course that must be physically demonstrated in person and assessed by your instructor in class. Learning basic first aid training through our Basic Life Support & use of an AED qualification can be the difference between life and death for an individual you choose to help.

Is online CPR certification valid?

No, CPR certification online is not valid. At Blueguard ME, we are firm believers that CPR must be demonstrated and practiced in person to effectively be recognized as a first aider. Learning the theory part of cardiopulmonary resuscitation online is beneficial, however, only practicing it physically in person and going through an in-person assessment with your teacher will give you a valid certification.

At Blueguard ME, we offer Online Emergency First Aid at Work. This course covers the understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a First Aider, assessing an incident, managing an unresponsive casualty, recognizing and assisting a choking casualty, managing external bleeding and shock as well as understanding minor injuries. This course is ideal for any employee or manager who wishes to become a first aider in the workplace. The duration of this course is 2 hours with a multiple-choice theory assessment. Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will get your e-learning completion certificate instantly. For a blended learning option, you can complete the Online Emergency First Aid at Work course and then attend an in-person training for any of the following courses: Basic Life Support & use of an AED, Emergency First Aid and use of an AED and CPR for all ages, Emergency First Aid at Work and use of an AED.

Is the basic life support (BLS) course offered as a blended online course?

Yes, at Blueguard ME, we offer the basic life support (BLS) course as a blended online course through our Online Emergency First Aid at Work. This course covers the understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a first aider, assessing an incident, managing an unresponsive casualty, recognizing and assisting a choking casualty, managing external bleeding and shock as well as understanding minor injuries.

This course is ideal for any employee or manager who wishes to become a first aider in the workplace. The duration of this course is 2 hours with a multiple-choice theory assessment. Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will get your e-learning completion certificate instantly. For a blended learning option, you can complete the Online Emergency First Aid at Work course and then attend only a 3-hour in-person training for Basic Life Support & use of an AED.

Who is the basic life support (BLS) course for?

Many individuals can benefit from taking a basic life support (BLS) course. First aiders in the workplace benefit from basic life support (BLS) training since they have a duty of care for their fellow team members. Community Members can benefit from basic life support (BLS) training, as it can provide valuable skills and knowledge to respond to medical emergencies that may occur in everyday life.

Some industries require that it is mandatory to have a basic life support (BLS) certification. Healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, paramedics, and others who work in direct patient care must have a basic life support certification. First Responders such as Police officers and firefighters also benefit from basic life support (BLS) certification in Dubai, as they are often the first to arrive on the scene of a medical emergency. Caregivers benefit from basic life support (BLS) training as it can be valuable for individuals who are responsible for the care of others, such as parents, babysitters, and home healthcare aides.

Basic life support (BLS) training teaches skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and airway management techniques, which can be the difference between life and death in emergency situations.

Can I take the basic life support course (BLS) to renew my license?

If you are on a tourist visa in Dubai, you can take a basic life support (BLS) course as long as you are legally staying within your tourist visa entry and exit validity dates.

I am on a tourist visa; can I take the basic life support course (BLS)?

If your license is in basic life support (BLS), then yes you can take this course to renew your license. You cannot take the basic life support (BLS) course to renew a license for a different first aid course.

What is the age limit that can attend basic life support (BLS) training?

The minimum age for someone to attend our training is 12 years old and there is no limit to the maximum age. As long as you are strong enough to physically perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at a steady rate for 2 whole minutes, you can come along to the training.

How do I register for this course?

You can register for any of our courses via our “book now” form, contact us via our email: info@blueguardme.com or WhatsApp us at +9715569980531.

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