Emergency CPR and AED training

Emergency CPR and AED training - Learn life-saving AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and CPR skills in our practical, accredited half-day course — perfect for workplaces and community members in Flintshire and beyond.
  • Course length: Half day (approx. 3 hours)
  • Cost: £60 + VAT per person
  • Location: Our Deeside training centre or onsite for group bookings
  • Accreditation: Qualsafe Level 3 Award

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What will you learn?

Hands-on training covering:

  • How to perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
  • Safe and effective use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
  • Recognising cardiac arrest and emergency response steps
  • Managing choking emergencies
  • Legal and safety considerations

This course is ideal for anyone wanting to gain confidence and competence in CPR and AED use — especially those working or volunteering in workplaces, schools, care settings, and community groups. Whether you’re a teacher, office manager, carer, or community leader, learning how to respond quickly and effectively in a cardiac emergency can make all the difference.

In cases of cardiac arrest, every second counts — literally seconds can mean the difference between life and death. A rapid and professional response is key to improving survival chances. While many people have seen videos demonstrating CPR and AED use, professional training using realistic manikins and training AEDs is far preferable to trying techniques on a pillow or without hands-on practice. This course ensures you gain practical skills and confidence to act decisively when it matters most.

We also teach other essential first response actions, including the Dr ABC approach — Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, and Circulation. This simple but vital checklist helps you quickly assess a casualty’s condition and decide the best course of action to keep them safe until further medical help arrives.

Additionally, we cover practical questions many people have, such as whether to remove a casualty’s bra or necklaces during treatment, and how to effectively communicate with any family members or bystanders who may be present. Our training prepares you not only to act confidently but also to handle these sensitive situations with care and professionalism.

No prior medical experience, or other first aid course is needed — just a willingness to learn and help others.

💡 First Aider Tip: Providing Emotional Support

In emergencies, your calm and reassuring approach helps the casualty feel safe. Listen carefully, explain your actions, respect their dignity, and ask others nearby to assist if possible.

Why train with The Hive Collaborative?

  • Experienced clinical trainers – All are doctors, paramedics, or nurses.
  • Practical, hands-on approach tailored to your learning needs.
  • Supportive and inclusive training with consideration for diverse learners.

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Would You Know When to Use an AED?

Defibrillators (AEDs) are widely advertised as easy to use—and they are. But in a real emergency, when adrenaline is high and every second counts, would your team remember to use one? More importantly, would they actually know when it’s appropriate to do so?

Take a local pub in Leeds, West Yorkshire, for example. They had just installed a new AED on the wall outside the building. Only two days later, a customer was found collapsed and unresponsive in the toilets. Unsure whether he was breathing properly, a manager attempted to check his pulse—but couldn’t find one. The AED wasn’t used—despite being just metres away—because in the heat of the moment, no one thought to grab it. In fact, the manager later admitted they believed AEDs were only to be used on someone experiencing chest pain while still conscious.

Thankfully, the man wasn’t in cardiac arrest—he was intoxicated and later recovered. But what if he hadn’t been?

Here’s what everyone should know:

If someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally—or not breathing at all, CPR should begin immediately, and an AED should be used without delay. You don’t need to check for a pulse, and you don’t need to be certain they’re in cardiac arrest. The AED will assess their heart rhythm and deliver a shock only if needed.

Having an AED is only half the story—knowing how and when to use it is just as vital.
Training builds the confidence to act quickly, calmly, and correctly—so that lifesaving equipment isn’t forgotten or misunderstood when it matters most.

Emergency CPR and AED training Further Information

If you would like further information on Cardiac Arrests we are happy to direct you to the below organisations.

    • Resuscitation Council UK — Resuscitation guidelines
      https://www.resus.org.uk/
      — The official source for resuscitation standards in the UK, authoritative and highly trusted.

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What is CPR?

Category: Emergency CPR and AED training

CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, is an emergency procedure performed when someone’s heart stops beating or they stop breathing. It involves giving chest compressions and rescue breaths to manually keep blood and oxygen circulating through the body until professional medical help can take over. CPR can help save lives by maintaining vital organ function during cardiac arrest.

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When should you perform CPR?

Category: Emergency CPR and AED training

You should perform CPR immediately if you find someone who is unresponsive (does not wake up or respond to you) and is not breathing normally or not breathing at all. The general public is no longer expected to check for a pulse because this can be difficult and time-consuming. Instead, if the person is unresponsive and not breathing or only gasping, you should start CPR right away. This helps maintain blood flow to the brain and vital organs, significantly increasing their chances of survival until emergency services arrive.

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