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AED Training Courses (with CPR)
Half-day Defibrillator (AED) training and CPR training course delivered across the UK — public course dates and on-site team training that teach you to use a workplace AED and perform high-quality CPR with confidence.
DurationHalf day
Valid for3 years
LevelLevel 2 / AED & CPR Certificate
DeliveryIn-person
DurationHalf day
Valid for3 years
LevelLevel 2 / AED & CPR Certificate
DeliveryIn-person
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Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR — Key Facts
- Duration
- Half day
- Qualification
- Refresher / awareness / Professional Equivalent
- Accredited by
- Brity Training (CPD certificate)
- Certificate valid for
- 3 years
- From
- £119.00 per person
- Group size
- Maximum 12 learners
- Minimum age
- 14+ to learn · 16+ to act as a workplace first aider
- Assessment
- Practical Assessment
Reviewed by the Brity Training Team
Our training content is reviewed by experienced first aid instructors and training specialists to ensure accuracy, relevance and alignment with current workplace first aid guidance, the Resuscitation Council UK 2025 Guidelines and HSE L74 first aid regulations.
Last reviewed: June 2026
1 · Book your course
Upcoming Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR courses
Live availability across the UK — sorted by date or distance from your postcode.
Upcoming Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR Courses
Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR
Edinburgh
Tue 18 Aug
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£119(ex VAT)
Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR
Edinburgh
Mon 30 Nov
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£119(ex VAT)
Nationwide UK Coverage
Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR Training Across the UK
Brity delivers AED and CPR training in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne and many other locations across the UK.
Yorkshire & Humber
Training delivered throughout Yorkshire for businesses, schools and organisations.
Midlands
Workplace and public first aid courses delivered across the Midlands.
South East England
Courses available throughout the South East and Greater London.
South West England
Public and workplace training delivered across the South West.
Wales
First aid training available throughout Wales.
Scotland
Regular course availability across Scotland.
Don't see your location listed? We regularly deliver training throughout the UK and can often provide workplace training directly at your premises.
Get a workplace quote →2 · Understand the course
Everything you need to know
What it covers, who it's for, and how it fits your industry.
What is a Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR course?
What is AED Training?
AED training teaches you how to use an Automated External Defibrillator alongside high-quality CPR to treat a cardiac arrest. It is a focused, half-day course built around the moment that matters most — the first few minutes after someone collapses — when early defibrillation can transform survival rates from under 10% to over 70%.
AEDs are now installed in tens of thousands of UK workplaces, schools, sports clubs, gyms, shops and public spaces. They are deliberately designed to be used by untrained members of the public, but research consistently shows that confident, practised responders use them faster, more accurately and more often than untrained bystanders. That is why workplaces with a defibrillator on site should train a pool of responders — and refresh that training every year.
Who is AED training for?
The course is suitable for anyone, with no previous first aid experience required. It is widely taken by workplace first aiders, office and retail teams, sports club staff and volunteers, school staff, community venue managers, gym instructors, event marshals and members of the public who want to be confident responders. Many employers train all their public-facing staff so there is always a trained responder on shift.
What does the AED course cover?
Over 3–4 hours you cover recognising cardiac arrest, starting effective CPR, fetching and switching on an AED, applying the pads safely, delivering a shock and continuing care until the ambulance arrives. The course also covers working as a team with bystanders, post-event care and handover to paramedics. Every element is reinforced with hands-on practice using training defibrillators and adult CPR manikins.
Certification and refresher training
Learners receive a Brity AED & CPR CPD certificate, valid for 12 months and aligned with UK Resuscitation Council guidelines. Annual refresher training is strongly recommended — both CPR technique and AED confidence start to decay within months of training without regular practice, so an annual top-up is the most effective way to keep your responder pool ready.
We deliver AED training as scheduled public courses across the UK and as on-site team training at customer premises, sports clubs, schools and community venues nationwide. Our instructors are experienced practitioners, class sizes are kept small for genuine hands-on time, and in most cases learners are certificated on the day, or within 24 hours where possible.
Quick Facts
- DurationHalf day
- Certificate Valid3 years
- Max Class SizeMaximum 12 learners
- Min Age14+
- AssessmentPractical Assessment
- DeliveryIn-person
- DurationHalf day
- Certificate Valid3 years
- Max Class SizeMaximum 12 learners
- Min Age14+
- AssessmentPractical Assessment
- DeliveryIn-person
Quick Answers About Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR
How long is an AED and CPR course?
Half a day, typically 3–4 hours including hands-on practice with a training defibrillator.
Is first aid training needed before AED training?
No — an AED course covers CPR from scratch and is suitable for complete beginners.
Is an AED certificate recognised?
Yes — it is a CPD certificate aligned with UK Resuscitation Council guidelines, accepted by employers nationwide.
Can AED training be delivered on-site?
Yes — on-site delivery is ideal for offices, sports clubs, schools and community venues with a defibrillator.
How long is an AED certificate valid?
1 year — annual refresher training is recommended for AED responders.
Is practice on a real defibrillator included?
Yes — training AEDs that mirror real-world devices are used to build genuine confidence.
Do you need training to use a defibrillator?
No — modern AEDs are designed to be used by untrained bystanders and give clear voice prompts. However, training builds confidence, improves CPR quality and is recommended by the Resuscitation Council UK for designated workplace responders.
What You Learn On An Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR Course
Practical, work-ready skills you'll take away on day one.
Recognise Cardiac Arrest
Spot the signs early and act in the first critical minutes.
Adult CPR
Correct technique, ratios and continuous chest compressions.
AED Operation
Hands-on practice with a training defibrillator from start to finish.
Safe Defibrillation
Safety checks, pad placement and clearing the casualty.
Working as a Team
Coordinate CPR and AED use with bystanders and colleagues.
Post-Event Care
What happens after a successful shock and handover to paramedics.
Who Is the Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR Course For?
Workplaces with a defibrillator on site
Ensures staff can confidently use the equipment when seconds matter.
Sports clubs and gyms
Cardiac arrest risk is elevated in physical settings — fast AED response saves lives.
Schools and community venues
Builds a pool of trained responders for the school, hall or club.
Office and retail staff
Simple, focused training for low-risk workplaces with a public-access defibrillator.
Volunteer event teams
Festivals, races and community events benefit from trained AED responders.
Who Is Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR For?
Ideal for
- Workplaces installing an AED who want trained responders on site
- Community groups, gyms, sports clubs and venues with a public-access AED
- Reception, retail, hospitality and customer-facing staff
- Volunteers and community first responders
- Any individual who wants to be ready to help in a cardiac arrest
Not suitable if
- Employees who need full HSE workplace first aid cover (book EFAW or FAW instead)
- Settings that need paediatric-specific cover (book Paediatric First Aid instead)
Not sure which course is right for you?
Ideal for
- Workplaces installing an AED who want trained responders on site
- Community groups, gyms, sports clubs and venues with a public-access AED
- Reception, retail, hospitality and customer-facing staff
- Volunteers and community first responders
- Any individual who wants to be ready to help in a cardiac arrest
Not suitable if
- Employees who need full HSE workplace first aid cover (book EFAW or FAW instead)
- Settings that need paediatric-specific cover (book Paediatric First Aid instead)
Not sure which course is right for you?
First Aid Requirements By Industry
The right first aid qualification depends on your sector and risk level. The HSE expects employers to base provision on a needs assessment — here's a starting point for common industries.
| Industry | Recommended course | Typical ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workplaces with AEDs on site | Staff training in CPR & AED use strongly recommended | — | HSE / Resus Council UK |
| Public-access AED sites (gyms, schools, retail) | Trained operators on each shift | — | Resus Council UK guidance |
Based on HSE L74 Appendix 6 and sector guidance. Always run a documented needs assessment.
How Many First Aiders Does Your Workplace Need?
The HSE doesn't set fixed numbers — it asks employers to complete a first aid needs assessment. Use the guide below as a starting point. Low hazard covers offices, retail and most service environments. Higher hazard covers construction, manufacturing, warehousing, food processing and similar. In the guidance below, EFAW means Emergency First Aid at Work (1-day course) and FAW means First Aid at Work (3-day course).
Enter a headcount to see HSE guidance.
| Employees | Lower hazard (office, retail) | Higher hazard (construction, manufacturing) |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer than 5 | At least 1 Appointed Person | At least 1 Appointed Person — consider EFAW if hazards present |
| 5 – 25 | At least 1 EFAW-trained first aider | At least 1 FAW-trained first aider |
| 26 – 50 | At least 1 EFAW or FAW first aider | At least 1 FAW first aider |
| 51 – 100 | 1 FAW first aider per 100 employees | 1 FAW per 50 employees |
| Over 100 | 1 FAW per additional 100 employees | 1 FAW per additional 50 employees |
Guidance based on HSE L74 (Health and Safety [First-Aid] Regulations 1981). Final numbers should come from your own needs assessment.
3 · What you get
Your qualification, in detail
The certificate, what's included in the price, and exactly how the day runs.
What's Included In The Price
Qualified instructor
Training AEDs and manikins
CPD certificate
Course manual
Small class sizes (maximum 12 learners)
Same-day digital certificate where possible, with a printable PDF to follow
Qualification & Certification
Certificate
AED & CPR CPD Certificate
Awarding body
Brity Training (CPD certificate)
Valid for
1 year
Guided learning hours
3–4 hours
Qualification level
Refresher / awareness
Assessment
Continuous practical observation — no formal exam.
Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR qualification details for transparency and SEO indexing.
What You'll Learn
- Welcome and introductions
- Unresponsive and breathing adult
- Unresponsive and not breathing adult
- Cardiac arrest and the Chain of Survival
- Overview of the AED
- Using an AED - pad placement and shock delivery
- Safety considerations and after use
- AED maintenance considerations
- AED installation, access, public access and school AEDs
A Typical Day
Every course is a little different — trainers adapt timings to the group and the awarding body. This is an indicative shape of the day.
- 00:00Welcome & chain of survival
- 00:20Adult CPR practical
- 01:20AED use — practical with training defibs
- 02:30Scenarios, paediatric considerations
- 03:15Assessment, certificates & close
What to bring
- • Photo ID (passport or driving licence) — or a bank card showing your name — required for awarding-body certification
- • Comfortable clothing — you will be kneeling on the floor
- • A pen and notepad
- • A packed lunch (or use nearby facilities)
What to wear
Loose, comfortable clothes, Flat shoes
Keep Skills Sharp With An Annual Refresher
Research shows first aid skills fade significantly within 6–9 months without practice. The HSE strongly recommends a short annual refresher between full requalifications.
4 · Trusted by thousands
Why learners choose Brity for Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR
The reasons businesses and individuals book with us again and again.
Why Choose Brity For First Aid Training?
We focus on real-world competence, not just ticking a compliance box. Here's what learners and employers tell us makes the difference.
Practical hands-on AED & CPR practice
UK-wide availability - onsite at your workplace
No previous first aid experience needed
Certificate valid for 3 years
Compact half-day format - minimal time off the floor
Builds confidence to act in the first critical minutes of a cardiac arrest
Practical hands-on AED & CPR practice
UK-wide availability - onsite at your workplace
No previous first aid experience needed
Certificate valid for 3 years
Compact half-day format - minimal time off the floor
Builds confidence to act in the first critical minutes of a cardiac arrest
Why Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR Training Matters
There are around 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in the UK each year. Early CPR and defibrillation within the first few minutes can more than double a person's chance of survival.
680,000
UK workers sustained a non-fatal workplace injury in 2024/25
59,219
Non-fatal injuries reported by employers under RIDDOR (2024/25)
1.9 million
Workers suffering from work-related ill health
£22.9bn
Estimated annual cost of workplace injury and ill health (HSE, 2023/24)
Source: HSE workplace injury and ill health statistics 2024/25
What Our Learners Say
Don't just take our word for it. Here's what people who've completed their Defibrillator (AED) Training with CPR training have to say.
"The first aid training was exceptional. Our team now feels confident handling emergencies on site."
James Thompson
BuildTech Construction
"Professional, engaging instructors who made the learning experience enjoyable and practical."
Sarah Mitchell
CareFirst Healthcare
"Brilliant fire safety course. The practical demonstrations really helped our staff understand the procedures."
David Wilson
TechHub Office Solutions
"The team training was perfectly tailored to our school environment. Highly recommended!"
Lisa Anderson
Riverside Primary School
"I really didn't know where to turn a few days ago but now I'm so hopeful."
Cat
"A fantastic service which I would highly recommend."
Nikki
"The first aid training was exceptional. Our team now feels confident handling emergencies on site."
James Thompson
BuildTech Construction
"Professional, engaging instructors who made the learning experience enjoyable and practical."
Sarah Mitchell
CareFirst Healthcare
"Brilliant fire safety course. The practical demonstrations really helped our staff understand the procedures."
David Wilson
TechHub Office Solutions
"The team training was perfectly tailored to our school environment. Highly recommended!"
Lisa Anderson
Riverside Primary School
"I really didn't know where to turn a few days ago but now I'm so hopeful."
Cat
"A fantastic service which I would highly recommend."
Nikki
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