Realistic scenarios and hands-on practice make this Immediate Life Support course especially useful, with attendees applying theory to recognising deterioration, ABCDE assessment, CPR, airway management, defibrillation and team communication. They describe knowledgeable, patient trainers who simplify complex algorithms, use memorable acronyms and relevant examples, while encouraging questions and participation. Clear structure, sensible pacing and supportive delivery help learners leave more confident and ready to respond in clinical emergencies.
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About this course
This definitive 1-day course is proven to increase ILS compliance rates by providing healthcare professionals and those who may need to act as the first responder in an emergency with the knowledge and skills to manage a patient until more advanced help arrives.
This course is made up of lectures, skill stations and cardiac arrest simulations, covering managing a deteriorating patient, identifying causes and treating cardiac arrest, to improving abilities as both a team member and leader.
Our ILS qualification is recognised by the European Resuscitation Council and the Australian Resuscitation Council, giving you the freedom to use your lifesaving skills in other countries.
Course content Includes
- Structured assessment of the deteriorating patient
- Recognition and management of the deteriorating patient
- Prevention of cardiac arrest
- Initial management and resuscitation of a patient
- Adult Basic Life Support
- Safe defibrillation (AED or manual)
- Airway management with adjuncts
- Universal treatment algorithm for management of cardiac arrest
Optional additional targeted learning
- Drugs and their delivery
- Cardiac arrest in special circumstances
- Do not attempt resuscitation orders
- Audit
- Resuscitation equipment
Recent reviews
This course was well structured and well delivered.
Very professional and knowledgeable. Learnt a lot
Very good