BLS refers to several First Aid measures used to improve the chances of survival for victims with life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can receive full medical care at a hospital. As part of your training, you learn how to give CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation – chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth. how to use a defibrillator, which are now commonly available in many public spaces, and how to relieve airway obstructions. A recent example of these life-saving measures is Christian Eriksen, who suffered a cardiac arrest during Euro 2021.CPR alongside AED efforts by the medical team saved the footballer’s life.
It showed that BLS can be required by anyone, young or old, perceived as ‘healthy’ or ‘unhealthy’. Knowing how to perform First Aid is essential, life saving even, for you, your children, your parents or a stranger.
The BLS training at HUC can be completed virtually or face to face. Virtual BLS training sessions are available on our e-Learning platform Bluestream Academy. These sessions go into great detail and cover Adult BLS which explains the differences between a cardiac arrest and heart attack, chain of survival, basic life support sequence, CPR and how to help a choking adult.
Feedback from our colleagues over the years has been remarkable. “This is one of the best BLS courses I have attended so far,” said one of the participants. “Very knowledgeable and helpful. The training was delivered exceptionally well,” another told us.
