Basic Life Support Train the Trainer

Learning Outcomes

Train the Trainer:

Compare the varying roles and responsibilities of a trainer within a care-based setting
State key legislative and regulatory requirements that underpin training practice
Explain practical ways to promote equality and diversity in learning sessions
Describe approaches to meeting different individual learner needs
Describe the significance of timely and constructive feedback
Explain how to identify and act upon areas for professional improvement
Define how to select relevant and inclusive teaching and learning resources
Identify and compare different types of assessment methods
Define strategies for engaging and motivating learners effectively
Complete and submit:
- Homework: A fully developed lesson plan
- Homework: A structured micro-teach session

Basic Life Support:

Explain how to assess and prioritise a casualty appropriately
State the key responsibilities and role of a first aider
Identify levels of responsiveness and accurately gather a casualty’s history
Describe the signs and appropriate responses to Stroke, Angina, and Heart Attack
Explain how to treat bleeding, burns, shock, and understand the basics of post-traumatic stress support
Demonstrate the correct steps for conducting a Primary Survey, delivering CPR, placing someone in the Recovery Position, and assisting a choking casualty

Aim

This course is designed for individuals involved in teaching, training, or assessing within real workplace environments. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills required to deliver effective, inclusive training and observe learners confidently and competently in health and social care settings.

Why Customers would Benefit from the Basic Life Support Train the Trainer Course?

The Basic Life Support Train the Trainer course enables providers to develop in-house trainers who can confidently deliver life-saving BLS training across teams. This ensures that all staff are regularly trained to respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest or choking, while supporting regulatory compliance and reducing response delays.

Key Benefits for Customers:

Cost-Effective and Flexible Training Delivery

Train a key member of staff to deliver BLS training in-house, cutting down on the need for repeated external training and allowing for flexible refresher sessions.

Supports Regulatory and CQC Requirements

Helps meet the expectations of the Resuscitation Council UK, Health and Social Care Act 2008, and CQC Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) regarding emergency preparedness and staff competence.

Promotes a Safer, More Responsive Workforce

Ensures your team is equipped with the knowledge and confidence to perform CPR, use an AED, and respond to choking or unconsciousness without hesitation.

Minimises Risk and Maximises Survival

Increases the likelihood of positive outcomes in emergencies by ensuring more staff are confident and current in essential life-saving skills.

Adapted for Health and Social Care Settings

Content is tailored to care homes, supported living, and domiciliary services—ensuring relevance to real-world situations your teams may face.

Supports Ongoing Learning and Annual Refreshers

Allows for in-house delivery of annual BLS updates, ensuring all staff maintain their competencies as required by most care sector policies.

Enhanced Team Capability

Create a more knowledgeable, compassionate, and inclusive workforce — improving the experience for both service users and care professionals.

Comprehensive Training Toolkit Provided

Includes structured resources such as lesson plans, presentation slides, demonstration guides, handouts, and competency checklists to support confident delivery and learner assessment.

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