Medical Emergencies & BLS for GP Surgeries

Paramedic Led Training

This course is tailored to meet the specific needs of GP surgeries. Resuscitation Council UK recommends staff in primary care, including non-clinical staff, should receive regular training in adult and child resuscitation appropriate to their role.

Training should enable staff to:

  • Recognise cardiorespiratory arrest

  • Call for help

  • Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with defibrillation as appropriate

  • Receive annual training updates that include assessment.

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DELIVERY METHOD: 3 hours Face to Face learning.

QUALIFICATION: CQC Compliant

CERTIFICATION: 1 Years

FLEXIBLE LOCATION: Delivered at our training centre or at your place of work

100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: We have such confidence in our course that we offer a full return on funds if you are unhappy with the course

CQC Regulatory Standards

GP surgeries are required to meet all aspects of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulatory standards. Outlined in the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, is one regulation that is easily overlooked in an environment of experienced clinicians. Regulation 18 emphasizes the significance of ensuring that all staff are adequately qualified, competent, and experienced to carry out their roles effectively and deal with emergencies.

CQC Recommended Quality Standards:

Practices are expected to meet the following quality standards:

  • immediate access to appropriate resuscitation equipment and drugs when needed

  • a way for all staff to call for help

  • staff who are trained to use equipment according to their roles

  • local risk assessment overseen by a designated resuscitation lead

  • personal protective equipment (PPE) and sharps boxes

  • a reliable system to check and replace equipment that follows the manufacturer's instructions.

First Steps First Aid Ltd offers a comprehensive course tailored to meet the demands of the CQC and the resus council guidelines. Our training includes Basic Life Support (BLS) and Anaphylaxis training for clinical and non clinical staff. This package will empowers all staff to respond appropriately to common medical emergencies that may arise in the practice. Our affordable courses are taught by experienced paramedics and are fun and engaging for the learners to help maintain the focus of your team.

  • Priorities of First Aid

  • Unconsciousness

  • Resuscitation

  • Choking

  • Severe Bleeding

  • Shock

  • Head Injuries

  • Asthma

  • Anaphylactic Shock

  • Minor Wounds and wound cleaning

Course Content

Fully compliant with HSE guidelines for workplace first aid, our comprehensive course for GP practices training course prepares learners to handle the common medical presentations that they may encounter within their role. Each course can be tailored to include any extra information that may be specific to your requirements.

CPD Accredited Certificates - 18 points

Our courses provide certificates to demonstrate your continuing professional development and attendance at our class.

Regulated Course Content

Our courses are regulated by the First Aid Industry Body ensuring that we deliver up to date, accurate and appropriate content.