Dental Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED Level 2 (VTQ)
Dental Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED Level 2 (VTQ) – Classroom Course
This classroom-based CPD course is designed for dentists and dental practice staff, providing the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to medical emergencies in a dental setting. Training follows the latest UK Resuscitation Council and European Resuscitation Council guidelines and meets GDC development outcomes C.
The course includes hands-on training in life-saving techniques for adults, children, and infants, along with the management of common medical emergencies encountered in dental practices. Basic oxygen use can also be included during the classroom session where required. Participants receive a Certified CPD statement in line with General Dental Council guidance and UK Resuscitation Council standards.
What You’ll Learn
- Scene safety and emergency precautions
- Initial patient assessment
- Adult, child and infant CPR
- Compression-only CPR and CPR handover
- Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Recovery position
- Choking recognition and treatment
- Managing epilepsy, asthma and anaphylaxis
- Responding to dental practice medical emergencies
Delivered by experienced instructors and available nationwide at your workplace or training venue.
Who Should Attend
- Dentists
- Dental nurses
- Dental hygienists
- Dental students
- Dental technicians
- Practice managers
- Any staff member in a dental practice who requires medical emergency training