Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course - January 2026 @ Oxford

The Basic Life Support & Use of AED course is a short, hands-on course teaching effective CPR techniques and safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), as well as other critical life-saving learnings such as how to respond in medical emergencies and ensure casualties are in the correct position until emergency services arrive.

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED course will be held in Oxford on Thursday 22nd January 2026.

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED course is for:

• individuals wishing to gain or refresh essential life-saving skills

• key community members such as community volunteers, healthcare and social care staff, and workplace first aiders who may need to perform CPR or use an automated external defibrillator

• teams that work in customer-facing environments and may be required to deal with emergency situations

• caregivers and families looking to learn critical life-saving skills for adults and children alike

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course covers essential life-saving topics, including:

• recognising cardiac arrest and assessing responsiveness

• performing CPR on adults, children and infants

• using an automated external defibrillator safely

• managing choking

• placing casualties in the recovery position

• supporting vital signs until emergency help arrives

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course includes:

• instructor-led classroom training supported by digital resources

• practical demonstrations

• participant practice in CPR and safe AED use

• real-time feedback from the trainer

• short knowledge checks to confirm understanding

• an e-certificate awarded upon successful completion

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course is a half-day in-person training, which includes digital learning materials for pre-course study and post-course reference.

If you would like to discuss a hybrid approach to the course, please get in touch.

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course is a short half-day session lasting approximately three hours, generally delivered in a single morning or afternoon session, with a minimum contact time of three hours.

Purchase your spot on the Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course in Oxford. A confirmation email will be sent to your inbox, detailing further information about the course.

Interested in Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course in Oxford but cannot make this date? Or would you like 1664 Training Solutions to deliver the Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course course in your workplace? Get in touch with 1664 Training Solutions to enquire if an alternative, private session can be organised for you and your team.

The Basic Life Support and Use of AED Course certificate is valid for 1 year.