The qualification is primarily for learners who have a responsibility at work or are involved in voluntary and community activities having access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) but teaches valuable skills that will benefit everyone.
A learner will gain the knowledge and practical competence required to be able to recognise and treat adults, children and infants who have suffered cardiac arrest and to respond quickly, calmly, and confidently.
Automated external defibrillators are widely available in public areas and workplaces and the survival rate for casualties suffering cardiac arrest dramatically increases if an AED is available and there are qualified personnel to use it.
FAA are an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation and the qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Detailed information can be found in the Qualification Specification including the qualification structure and codes, entry requirements, qualification delivery, certification and requalification, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria and assessment information.