Choosing a course
How to Choose CPR & AED Training for Your Team
Start with what your people need to learn, then check the course content, evidence and practical arrangements before booking.
Our core training course
CPR, AED & BLS
training course.
Practical CPR, defibrillator and basic life support training at your premises. A two-hour course for up to 15 people, delivered across the UK.
2 hoursFocused, practical learning
Up to 15Delegates per session
£399 + VAT£478.80 including VAT
UK-wideWe come to your team
Course overview
Skills to help you act.
Our combined CPR, AED and basic life support session is designed for groups who want to feel more familiar with an emergency response. You do not need previous first aid or defibrillator training to attend.
We come to your premises, or an agreed alternative venue, so colleagues can learn together. The session combines explanation with practical learning and opportunities to ask questions.
Course scope: This is a focused CPR/AED/BLS course. It is separate from an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification. Clinical, paediatric and other specialist requirements must be discussed before booking.
The course outline
What you’ll explore.
- Recognising the emergencyUnderstanding the signs that someone may need an immediate resuscitation response and considering safety at the scene.
- Getting help and working togetherDiscussing how to summon emergency assistance and how people nearby can help with the response.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitationLearning about CPR and practising the core skills in an instructor-led setting.
- Using an automated external defibrillatorBecoming familiar with AED prompts, training pads and safe use of the equipment.
- Connecting CPR and AED useUnderstanding how these elements fit together when a team responds to a cardiac arrest.
- Your questions and workplace arrangementsDiscussing practical questions and connecting your learning with the equipment and arrangements at your location.
This outline describes learning topics, not emergency instructions. In a real emergency, call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions.
What your group receives.
Practical group learning
A qualified instructor and a focused two-hour course for up to 15 people.
Learning materials
Certificates and an individual AED/BLS booklet are included in the standard course price.
Onsite convenience
Your team trains at your premises or another agreed location, reducing the need for individual travel.
Equipment discussion
Tell us which AED you have and any familiarisation you would like to discuss before the session.
A clear group price.
The price is per session, so one booking can cover a team of up to 15 delegates.
| Booking | Excluding VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone group session | £399 | £478.80 |
| Training purchased with a defibrillator | £299 | £358.80 |
The AED itself is priced separately. Package eligibility, dates, location arrangements and the final booking price are confirmed by DST.
What does that mean per person?
£399 shared across your group£26.60
Per person excluding VAT. £31.92 including VAT. The total session price stays the same.
Before your session.
- Choose a suitable room with space for the group and practical activities.
- Keep the agreed session time clear so delegates can attend throughout.
- Share the address, access information and an onsite contact.
- Tell us about accessibility needs and any adjustments to discuss.
- Send details of your AED and any specific learning requirements.
For more than 15 delegates, ask about additional sessions or a larger programme. For teams with clinical responsibilities, tell us which competencies or standards you need to address.
Use our planning checklistBefore you book
CPR, AED & BLS
course questions.
Check the course scope, included materials and arrangements for your team.
For planning advice specific to your setting, explore workplaces, sports clubs, dental practices, care homes, schools or construction sites.
Does this course include both CPR and defibrillator training?
Yes. The two-hour session brings CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED) use and basic life support (BLS) together. Your group can practise the core skills and ask questions. See the full course outline.
Is basic life support training the same as First Aid at Work?
They have different scopes. This course focuses on CPR, AED use and basic life support; it does not award an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification. Use your organisation’s requirements to choose the right course. Our training selection guide explains what to check.
What certificate and materials are included?
The standard course includes certificates and an individual AED/BLS booklet. If you need specific assessment, clinical competencies, CPD documentation or evidence for a professional role, tell us before booking so suitability can be confirmed.
Can we include beginners and colleagues who need a refresher?
No previous experience is needed for the core course. Returning colleagues can use the same session to revisit their skills alongside new starters. Tell us about the group’s previous training and any required outcomes; see our refresher training details.
How do we arrange training for more than 15 people?
List how many people can attend together at each location and across each shift. Additional groups may need separate sessions. Use the multi-site and larger-team enquiry to discuss a practical schedule and quotation.
Practical answers before you book
Plan your team’s training.
Training costs
Defibrillator Training Cost: Onsite Group Prices
DST’s standard onsite course is priced per group. Here is what the published price includes and how to plan your enquiry.
Refresher planning
CPR & AED Refresher Training: Planning Your Next Session
Use a refresher to revisit skills and bring your team’s training arrangements up to date. Start with the roles and requirements involved.
Training and equipment, planned together.
Buying your first AED? Use our workplace defibrillator package checklist. Already responsible for equipment? Read about pads, batteries and local checks between training sessions.