 Description:
Ischaemic heart disease is the leading cause of death world wide. In Europe, cardiovascular disease accounts for around 40% of all deaths under the age of 75 years.
Sudden cardiac arrest is responsible for more than 60% of adult deaths from coronary heart disease. The quality of advanced life support in the post resuscitation period influences the patients’ ultimate outcome.
The ALS course is designed for healthcare professionals who will be expected to apply these skills to maintain life.
All applicants must hold a current clinical appointment and professional qualification.
This is a two day course and is recognised by the Resuscitation Council (UK) and on successful completion the candidate will receive certification by the Council.
The candidate will be taught how to manage a cardiac arrest and their competency will be assessed by:-
* Multi Choice Questionnaire
* Basic Life Support
* Basic and Advanced Airway Management
* Defibrillation
* Being a Team Leader at a cardiac arrest
The candidates will be assessed using the very latest in simulation technology.
The content of the course will also cover special circumstances in cardiac arrest.
ALS Course will:
* Benefit Patients;
* Formalise training;
* Provide opportunity for extended role participation;
* Encourage regional and national standardisation.
Cost:  £360.00
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Course Dates:
16 Sep 10 - 17 Sep 10
04 Nov 10 - 05 Nov 10
27 Jan 11 - 28 Jan 11
24 Mar 11 - 25 Mar 11
21 Jul 11 - 22 Jul 11
06 Oct 11 - 07 Oct 11
How to Apply
To apply for this course, click on the link below, complete then print out the application form.
Once printed, sign and return the form with payment & 2x passport size photos to the address shown at the bottom of the form.
Application Form |
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