Immediate Life Support (ILS) & Medical Emergencies Course
Develop essential life-saving skills with practical, paramedic-led Immediate Life Support (ILS) training from SceneMedics.
Our Immediate Life Support (ILS) & Medical Emergencies Course is designed for healthcare professionals working in GP surgeries, aesthetics clinics, private medical practices and other clinical environments.
Delivered by experienced paramedics, this comprehensive one-day training course equips participants with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to recognise and respond effectively to cardiac arrests, deteriorating patients and life-threatening medical emergencies.
Based on Resuscitation Council UK recommendations, our ILS training combines essential clinical knowledge with hands-on resuscitation exercises and realistic emergency scenarios.
Course Overview
Medical emergencies can occur unexpectedly in any healthcare setting. Recognising the warning signs and responding quickly can make a significant difference to patient outcomes.
At SceneMedics, our Immediate Life Support training helps healthcare professionals develop the skills required to assess critically unwell patients, deliver effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and manage emergencies until advanced medical assistance arrives.
Our experienced paramedic instructors deliver engaging, practical training that reflects real-life emergencies encountered in healthcare environments.
Whether you are a GP, nurse, healthcare assistant or aesthetics practitioner, this course provides valuable professional development to strengthen your emergency response capabilities.
What You Will Learn
Our Immediate Life Support and Medical Emergencies course covers essential emergency assessment, resuscitation and patient management skills.
- Principles of Life Support: Understand the importance of early recognition, effective intervention and the fundamental principles of life-saving emergency care.
- ABCDE Patient Assessment: Learn how to assess Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability and Exposure to recognise deteriorating patients and prioritise emergency treatment.
- Monitoring Vital Signs: Develop confidence in measuring and interpreting pulse rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate and body temperature.
- Pulse Oximetry: Understand how to monitor oxygen saturation levels and recognise potentially concerning readings.
- Recognising Hypoxia: Identify the signs, symptoms and risks associated with inadequate oxygen levels.
- Cardiac Emergencies: Understand the differences between angina, myocardial infarction (heart attack) and cardiac arrest.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Practise effective CPR techniques and understand the importance of early resuscitation.
- Basic Airway Management: Learn essential techniques to open, maintain and support a patient’s airway during a medical emergency.
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training: Develop the skills needed to safely operate an AED and incorporate defibrillation into cardiac arrest management.
- Emergency Teamwork: Strengthen communication, decision-making and coordinated emergency responses through practical scenarios.
Who Is This Course Suitable For?
Our Immediate Life Support course is designed for healthcare professionals working in a variety of clinical environments, including:
- General Practitioners (GPs)
- Nurses and nursing associates
- Healthcare assistants
- Aesthetics practitioners
- Private healthcare professionals
- Outpatient clinic staff
- Other clinical healthcare professionals
This training is particularly suitable for GP surgeries, aesthetics clinics, private medical practices and healthcare organisations looking to improve their medical emergency preparedness.
Practical, Paramedic-Led Training
At SceneMedics, we believe that effective medical emergency training should go beyond theoretical knowledge.
Our Immediate Life Support course is delivered by experienced paramedics who bring practical emergency care experience into the learning environment.
Through instructor-led demonstrations, hands-on exercises and realistic clinical scenarios, participants develop the confidence to apply their knowledge in situations where a rapid and coordinated response is essential.
Training focuses on practical resuscitation techniques, effective communication and teamwork to support safer patient care.
Assessment and Certification
Upon successful completion of the Immediate Life Support (ILS) course, participants receive a certificate confirming 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Course Details:
- Course: Immediate Life Support (ILS) & Medical Emergencies
- Duration: One day
- CPD: 6 hours
- Training Delivery: Paramedic-led, practical training
- Certification: First Medical Training
- Guidelines: Based on Resuscitation Council UK recommendations
Why Choose SceneMedics?
At SceneMedics, our focus is on providing high-quality, practical emergency medical training that prepares healthcare professionals for real-life situations.
Our experienced paramedic instructors combine essential clinical knowledge with engaging, scenario-based exercises to support effective learning and skill development.
Whether you are refreshing existing life support skills or improving emergency preparedness within your workplace, our training provides valuable practical experience to help you respond with greater confidence.
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