What Is CPR Training?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure used when someone has suffered a cardiac arrest. It combines chest compressions and, where appropriate, rescue breaths to help maintain the circulation of oxygenated blood until a defibrillator can be used or emergency medical care arrives.
CPR training teaches delegates how to recognise cardiac arrest, begin effective chest compressions, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and respond safely during the critical first few minutes of an emergency. Depending on the course selected, training may also include airway management, structured patient assessment and team-based resuscitation.
Courses are available for healthcare professionals, workplace first aiders, education settings and organisations requiring emergency response training.
Courses That Include CPR Training
CPR training is delivered across Basic, Intermediate and Advanced life support courses. Each course provides a level of training appropriate to the learner’s role, clinical responsibilities and working environment.
These courses form part of a wider range of life support and medical emergency training programmes designed for different clinical roles and workplace requirements.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Courses Including CPR
These courses provide practical CPR training for workplace staff, healthcare support roles and anyone requiring Basic Life Support and AED training.
Intermediate Life Support Courses (Including CPR)
These courses develop CPR skills further by introducing structured patient assessment, airway management and team-based emergency response for healthcare professionals.
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Courses
These advanced courses include CPR as part of comprehensive resuscitation training for clinicians responsible for leading cardiac arrest and medical emergency management.
Related First Aid & Emergency Response Courses
These courses include CPR within wider first aid and emergency response training, making them suitable for workplaces, schools and organisations that require regulated first aid qualifications.
Related Health & Safety Training
These courses support wider workplace safety and emergency preparedness. While they are not CPR training courses, they complement emergency response training by helping organisations meet broader health and safety responsibilities.
How to Choose the Right CPR Training Course
The most appropriate CPR course depends on your professional role, workplace responsibilities and the level of emergency care you may be expected to provide. Basic Life Support courses develop the core skills required to recognise cardiac arrest, perform CPR and use an AED. Intermediate Life Support builds on these foundations with structured patient assessment, airway management and team-based emergency response. Advanced Life Support prepares clinicians to lead resuscitation attempts using advanced algorithms, clinical decision-making and leadership skills.
If you’re unsure which course is appropriate, our clinical team can help you identify the level of training that best matches your role, workplace and professional requirements.
What You’ll Learn
Training develops the practical skills required to recognise cardiac arrest, begin effective CPR and respond safely during medical emergencies. The knowledge and techniques taught will vary depending on the course selected and the level of clinical responsibility.
- Recognise cardiac arrest and other time-critical emergencies
- Perform high-quality CPR in line with current guidelines
- Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively
- Manage the airway using techniques appropriate to the course level
- Participate in team-based resuscitation, including communication and role allocation
- Follow current Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) algorithms and guidance
- Higher-level courses include rhythm recognition, emergency drug administration and leadership during resuscitation.
Who These Courses Are For?
CPR training is available for healthcare professionals, dental teams, workplace first aiders and organisations requiring practical emergency response training. Selecting the correct course ensures the level of training matches your role and workplace responsibilities.
- Doctors, Nurses, paramedics and other healthcare professionals
- Dental teams, care home staff and community healthcare workers
- Non-clinical staff in healthcare environments
- Workplace first aiders and managers responsible for emergency response
- Anyone who requires recognised CPR training as part of their professional role or workplace responsibilities.
Course selection should be based on clinical role, responsibilities and regulatory requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions About CPR Training
No. Many CPR training courses, including Basic Life Support (BLS), are suitable for people with no previous medical or first aid experience. Intermediate and Advanced Life Support courses are designed for registered healthcare professionals and require an appropriate clinical background. If you’re unsure which course is right for you, we can help you choose the most suitable option.
CPR is one of the core skills taught within Basic Life Support training. A BLS course also covers recognising cardiac arrest, calling for help, using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), managing choking and providing immediate care until emergency medical services arrive. Depending on the course level, additional skills such as airway management and structured patient assessment may also be included.
Yes. Successful delegates receive certification appropriate to the course completed. The certificate issued and its period of validity will depend on the specific training programme and any applicable professional or regulatory requirements.
Regular refresher training is recommended to help maintain practical skills and remain familiar with current Resuscitation Council UK guidance. Many healthcare organisations, employers and professional bodies recommend annual updates, although requirements may vary depending on your role and workplace.
Yes. Many of our CPR training courses can be delivered at your workplace, practice or organisation. On-site training allows delegates to learn within their usual working environment and, where appropriate, use the emergency equipment they would rely on during a real medical emergency.
Yes. Where appropriate, training can incorporate your own AEDs, emergency equipment and local procedures. This helps delegates become familiar with the equipment available within their workplace and makes the training directly relevant to everyday practice.
Yes. Training follows current Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) guidance. Where applicable, courses are Resuscitation Council UK approved and support the requirements of organisations such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC), General Dental Council (GDC) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Yes. Training can be adapted to reflect your organisation, staff roles and working environment. Practical scenarios can be designed around the types of medical emergencies your team is most likely to encounter, helping delegates develop skills that are directly relevant to their workplace.
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Contact Details
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Phone: 0333 0122 999
Email: info@rcmstraining.co.uk
Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services Ltd
86 Forest Walk
Buckley, Flintshire
CH7 3AR
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