Combined Basic Life Support & Manual Handling Training
Complete two essential healthcare training courses in one day. This combined course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to respond to medical emergencies through Basic Life Support (BLS) while also developing safe moving and handling techniques to reduce the risk of injury to both staff and those in their care. Ideal for healthcare professionals, carers and support workers, this course combines theory with practical, hands-on learning to ensure learners can confidently apply their skills within the workplace.
Overview
The Combined Basic Life Support & Moving People course provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely respond to emergencies and assist individuals with moving and handling in health and social care settings.
Delivered in line with current legislation and recognised best practice, the course covers high-quality CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, choking management, anaphylaxis awareness, recognition and management of shock, together with safe moving and handling techniques, dynamic risk assessment, use of handling equipment and person-centred care.
Through a combination of classroom learning, practical demonstrations and supervised assessments, learners will develop the confidence and competence required to respond safely and effectively within their role.
What you'll learn
- Basic Life Support
- Understand the principles of Basic Life Support.
- Conduct a primary assessment using the DRSABCD approach.
- Recognise an unresponsive casualty and assess breathing.
- Perform high-quality adult CPR.
- Safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
- Recognise and manage choking emergencies.
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and understand emergency treatment.
- Recognise and manage shock.
- Place an unconscious breathing casualty into the recovery position.
- Understand infection prevention during resuscitation.
- Moving People (Manual Handling)
- Understand current moving and handling legislation.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment before moving an individual.
- Demonstrate correct posture and body mechanics.
- Safely assist with:
- Sitting to standing
- Standing to sitting
- Assisted walking
- Bed mobility and repositioning
- Slide sheet techniques
- Lateral transfers
- Safely use moving and handling equipment where appropriate.
- Communicate effectively throughout moving and handling activities.
- Reduce the risk of injury to both staff and individuals receiving care.
Available dates
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for healthcare workers, care assistants, support workers, agency staff and anyone who may need to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects safely as part of their role.
Do I need any previous experience?
No previous experience is required. The course is suitable for new learners as well as those refreshing their existing knowledge.
Is there a practical assessment?
Yes. Learners will complete assessments in both Basic Life Support and Moving & Handling.
How long is a certificate valid for?
Basic life support & Manuel handling training is commonly refreshed annually in line with employer requirements, workplace policy or industry guidance.
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