Medical Emergency &
Life Support Training UK

All RCMS courses are delivered by Resuscitation Council UK-accredited instructors who are experienced clinicians in healthcare. This ensures every session combines real-world experience with the latest medical guidelines.

Yes. Every life support course is CPD accredited, allowing participants to record recognised CPD hours while maintaining and developing their clinical knowledge and practical skills.

Yes. Training can be delivered onsite throughout the UK as well as at dedicated training venues. Sessions can be arranged for individual departments, practices and larger healthcare organisations, depending on your requirements.

Basic Life Support (BLS) provides the essential skills needed to recognise cardiac arrest, perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Immediate Life Support (ILS) builds on those foundations, focusing on the recognition and management of the deteriorating patient, airway management and the initial treatment of medical emergencies. Advanced Life Support (ALS) is intended for healthcare professionals involved in leading or participating in the management of critically ill patients and cardiac arrest, covering advanced assessment, resuscitation algorithms, team leadership and post-resuscitation care.

Most life support certifications are valid for one year in line with current Resuscitation Council UK recommendations. Recertification courses are available to help healthcare professionals maintain their knowledge and remain up to date.

Entry requirements vary depending on the course. Basic Life Support and many Immediate Life Support courses are suitable without previous certification, while some advanced programmes require existing clinical experience or prior qualifications. Individual course pages explain any prerequisites before booking.

Individual course pages explain who each programme is intended for, and advice is available if you’re unsure which course is most appropriate for your role.

Yes. Course content is based on current Resuscitation Council UK guidance and is reviewed to reflect any updates to national recommendations. Training is delivered by Resuscitation Council UK-accredited instructors with current clinical experience.

Yes. Training can be delivered for NHS Trusts, GP practices, dental practices, private hospitals, care providers and other healthcare organisations. Courses can be arranged either at your premises or at one of our training venues, depending on your requirements.

Practical sessions use realistic clinical scenarios that encourage delegates to assess patients, communicate effectively and apply their knowledge in a controlled learning environment. Each scenario is followed by structured feedback, giving participants the opportunity to reflect on their decision-making and develop confidence in applying their skills.

Not always. Some courses are suitable for those who are new to healthcare, while others are intended for registered healthcare professionals with existing clinical responsibilities. The entry requirements for each course are clearly explained, and we’re happy to advise if you’re unsure which course is appropriate.

Yes. Training can be tailored to reflect the medical emergencies most relevant to dental practices, GP surgeries, hospitals and other clinical environments, allowing delegates to practise realistic scenarios that relate directly to their day-to-day work. This allows delegates to practise scenarios that are appropriate to their own working environment while remaining aligned with current Resuscitation Council UK guidance.

Yes. Courses are taught by practising clinicians who continue to work in healthcare alongside their teaching commitments. Ongoing clinical practice helps ensure training reflects current guidance, real patient presentations and the challenges healthcare professionals face in everyday clinical settings.