The LICQual Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support (BLS) Training is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills needed to manage emergencies effectively. Ideal for healthcare professionals, workplace responders, and individuals seeking to enhance their ability to respond to critical situations, this course provides in-depth training in the key areas of Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical application, participants will gain the confidence and competence to perform BLS procedures in a variety of real-life scenarios.
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support (BLS) Training offers a robust curriculum that covers everything from understanding cardiac arrest to performing CPR and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Throughout course, you will learn how to recognize the signs of medical emergencies, including unconsciousness, choking, and heart attacks, and how to manage them until professional help arrives.
This qualification is ideal for healthcare providers, workplace first aiders, and those responsible for the safety and well-being of others in high-risk environments. Participants will gain hands-on experience in CPR for adults and children, mastering techniques such as chest compressions, rescue breaths, and defibrillation with an AED. Additionally, you will be trained in managing unconscious casualties and performing choking management procedures.
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support (BLS) Training ensures you are well-prepared to handle emergencies confidently and competently. Whether you are looking to meet workplace safety requirements or advance your healthcare career, this course provides the necessary skills to make a critical difference when every second counts.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support BLS Training
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
18
Qualification #
LICQ2200215
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support BLS Training, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200215-1 |
Advanced CPR Techniques for Adults, Children, and Infants |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200215-2 |
Advanced Airway Management and Choking |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200215-3 |
Using AED in Various Emergency Scenarios |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200215-4 |
Recognizing Life-Threatening Conditions |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200215-5 |
Managing Severe Bleeding and Shock |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200215-6 |
Preparing for Medical Emergencies and First Aid Response |
1 |
3 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Advanced CPR Techniques for Adults, Children, and Infants
- Demonstrate advanced CPR techniques tailored to adults, children, and infants, ensuring correct chest compression depth, rate, and rescue breaths.
- Recognize the differences in CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants, and apply appropriate methods in emergency scenarios.
- Assess the effectiveness of CPR and adjust techniques to maximize the chances of successful resuscitation.
- Understand the importance of early and high-quality CPR in improving survival rates in cardiac arrest situations.
Advanced Airway Management and Choking
- Demonstrate advanced airway management techniques, including the use of airway adjuncts and proper positioning to secure the airway in unconscious casualties.
- Recognize and manage choking in adults, children, and infants using techniques such as abdominal thrusts and back blows.
- Understand the application of advanced airway devices, including oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways, when appropriate.
- Effectively manage airway obstructions and ensure proper oxygenation of the casualty until professional medical help arrives.
Using AED in Various Emergency Scenarios
- Demonstrate how to correctly use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in various emergency situations, including cardiac arrest.
- Understand the indications for using an AED and how to ensure the safety of the casualty and bystanders when delivering a shock.
- Apply the steps of defibrillation, including assessing the victim’s condition, placing AED pads, and delivering shocks when required.
- Recognize how the AED assists in restoring normal heart rhythm and improving the chances of survival in sudden cardiac arrest.
Recognizing Life-Threatening Conditions
- Identify and recognize the signs and symptoms of life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, shock, and respiratory failure.
- Understand the critical importance of early recognition and intervention in increasing the survival chances of individuals with life-threatening conditions.
- Demonstrate the ability to assess the severity of a casualty’s condition quickly and prioritize treatment in an emergency.
- Provide appropriate initial care for life-threatening conditions and prepare for advanced medical assistance.
Managing Severe Bleeding and Shock
- Recognize and respond to severe bleeding by applying techniques such as direct pressure, bandaging, and using tourniquets when necessary.
- Understand the different types of shock (e.g., hypovolemic, cardiogenic, and anaphylactic shock) and the immediate actions required to manage them.
- Demonstrate the correct procedure for controlling severe bleeding and managing a casualty in shock, including elevating the legs and maintaining warmth.
- Apply life-saving interventions to stabilize the casualty’s condition and prepare for the arrival of emergency services.
Preparing for Medical Emergencies and First Aid Response
- Understand the importance of preparedness for medical emergencies and the steps to take before, during, and after an emergency response.
- Demonstrate how to perform an initial assessment of the casualty and the environment to ensure scene safety.
- Recognize the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control measures in first aid and emergency situations.
- Develop a plan for coordinating emergency response efforts, including when to call for help and how to manage resources effectively during a crisis.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.