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Course overview
Certificate valid for 2 years
- Alert
- Protect
- Resuscitate
- Collaborate
- Assess
- Coordinate
Why take BLS-AED-SRC training in Lausanne, Aigle, Yverdon-les-Bains or Nyon?
Save lives every day with first aid skills
Learning first aid skills is much more than simply acquiring a skill; it is a civic commitment and an essential responsibility. The BLS-AED-SRC (Basic Life Support – Automated External Defibrillator) course teaches you how to respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies such as a cardiac arrest or a stroke. You will learn how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and apply the X-ABCDE protocol, ensuring comprehensive and structured management of life-threatening priorities. These skills can make the difference between life and death, both personally and professionally, thereby strengthening safety within your community.
Accessible training throughout the canton of Vaud (Lausanne, Aigle, Yverdon-les-Bains, Nyon)
With sessions organised in Lausanne, Aigle, Yverdon-les-Bains, Nyon and other locations in Vaud, this course meets the diverse needs of local residents and businesses. Whether you are an individual wishing to protect your loved ones or a company looking to improve its teams’ preparedness, you will find a suitable solution that is directly accessible throughout the canton of Vaud. The proximity of the training locations ensures practical learning relevant to local and immediate situations. This session is delivered by our SRC- and IAS-certified trainers, experts in first aid and prevention.
Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC) certification: a guarantee of quality and compliance
Certification issued by the Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC) confirms your command of internationally recognised techniques that comply with ILCOR and ERC standards. You will be trained in all essential first aid procedures, including chest compressions, airway management and defibrillator use, strengthening your ability to respond in critical situations.
A strategic advantage for employers in the canton of Vaud
For companies based in Lausanne, Nyon or elsewhere in the canton, investing in this training is not only an asset in terms of corporate social responsibility but also a strategy for improving organisational resilience. By incorporating the BLS-AED-SRC programme into your training plans, you enhance your teams’ skills while meeting local regulatory requirements. This proactive approach also helps create a safer working environment in which every employee is ready to respond effectively to a life-threatening emergency.
Whether you are in Lausanne, Aigle, Yverdon-les-Bains or Nyon, this high-quality training prepares you to act confidently and protect lives in critical moments.
First aid training with SafetyFirst
By choosing SafetyFirst, turn your concerns into strengths: our first aid courses in the canton of Vaud make first aid easier to understand and accommodate your time constraints.
Our tailored modules provide in-depth, immediately applicable learning, ensuring that every moment spent with us is a valuable investment in your safety and that of others.
SafetyFirst promises complete, accessible preparation to help you handle emergencies with confidence and efficiency.
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Your advantages with SafetyFirst
Interactive training
Our training courses combine interactivity and practice for a dynamic and engaging safety learning experience.
Customised training
We value your time: courses are scheduled around your availability to minimise operational disruption.
Certified Training
We incorporate international safety standards, finely tuned to your company’s local specifics.
Content of the BLS-AED-SRC first aid training:
Duration and structure
The Complete BLS-AED-SRC course (Basic Life Support – Automated External Defibrillator) lasts 4 hours and combines theoretical and practical sessions. It is available in classroom, e-learning or blended formats, offering flexibility to meet every need. The modules cover essential concepts to ensure an in-depth understanding of first aid techniques.
Techniques taught
Participants learn to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and recognise and manage life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrests, strokes and states of unconsciousness. The X-ABCDE protocol is also covered to ensure optimal management of casualties. Ethical and legal aspects are included to promote responsible intervention.
Practical scenarios
Practical exercises use manikins to simulate real-life situations. These simulations enable participants to strengthen their reflexes and coordination while encouraging collaboration and communication with other responders. Discussions about committing to first aid complement this immersive approach.
Accredited training
Under the continuing education regulations of the Swiss Society for Occupational Safety (SSST), this course counts as 2 continuing education units (CEUs).
Other courses
For companies, we also offer fire safety training throughout the canton of Vaud, including fire extinguisher handling and evacuation exercises.
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FAQ about our BLS-AED-SRC courses in the canton of Vaud (Lausanne, Nyon, etc.)
The BLS-AED-SRC algorithm (Basic Life Support – Automated External Defibrillator) is a structured method developed by the Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC) to guide first responders in managing cardiac arrests. It is based on a clear sequence of actions designed to maximise the chances of survival and reduce complications during life-threatening emergencies.
The associated first aid course teaches essential skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), high-performance CPR (HPCPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). It also includes promptly alerting the emergency services and following the X-ABCDE protocol, ensuring comprehensive management of life-threatening priorities: opening the airway, controlling bleeding and monitoring vital signs.
Based on the latest international recommendations (ILCOR, ERC), this algorithm is suitable for both individuals and professionals. It is designed to be applied in a variety of settings, including workplaces and high-risk environments. By taking a BLS-AED-SRC course, you will master this algorithm and become a key link in the chain of survival.
No specific prerequisites are required for the compact or complete BLS-AED-SRC course. It is open to anyone aged 12 or over, whether an individual or a professional, who wishes to acquire first aid skills.
The main topics include:
- Recognising cardiac arrest: identifying vital signs and the absence of normal breathing.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): chest compressions at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute.
- Using an AED: correct pad placement, heart rhythm analysis and delivering shocks when necessary.
- Recovery position to stabilise unconscious casualties.
- X-ABCDE protocol: assessing and managing life-threatening priorities, such as the airway and bleeding control.
Yes, the BLS-AED-SRC course is suitable for responding to emergencies involving both adults and children. For children, it includes specific techniques such as initial rescue breaths, chest compressions at an appropriate depth (one third of the chest) and the use of standard AED pads if paediatric pads are not available. Courses can also be tailored to professional or private groups according to their needs, including teachers, childcare staff and industrial companies.
- Compact course: 1 to 2 hours, including at least 30 minutes of practical training.
- Complete course: 3 to 4 hours, including practical scenarios and in-depth training.
The X-ABCDE protocol is a structured framework for managing emergencies:
- X: Control of massive bleeding.
- A: Opening and managing the airway.
- B: Assessing and supporting breathing.
- C: Maintaining circulation (chest compressions and bleeding control).
- D: Identifying neurological impairments (level of consciousness).
- E: Protection from the environment (prevention of hypothermia, etc.). It enables effective, prioritised intervention, maximising the chances of survival.
Yes, the certification is valid for 2 years. It is recommended to take a refresher course every year, including at least 30 minutes of practical training, to maintain your skills.
- Compact course (Basic Provider): Focused on quickly learning essential skills, it includes alerting the emergency services, CPR and AED use, with simple scenarios.
- Complete course (Generic Provider): Provides in-depth training, including complex cases, managing heart attacks and strokes, teamwork, and scenarios involving children and adults.
In addition to the canton of Vaud, we offer SRC-certified BLS-AED training in the following cantons and cities (Fribourg, Bulle, Villars-sur-Glâne, Düdingen (Guin), Marly, Givisiez, Romont, etc.):
BLS-AED-SRC training in the canton of Geneva
- Geneva
- Carouge
- Meyrin
BLS-AED-SRC training in the canton of Fribourg
- Fribourg
- Bulle
- Villars-sur-Glâne
- Marly
Canton of Neuchâtel
- Neuchâtel
- La Chaux-de-Fonds
BLS-AED-SRC course in the canton of Valais
- Sion
- Martigny
- Monthey
After completing this course, you can:
- Take a BLS-AED-SRC trauma course, including the management of complex trauma.
- Attend IAS 1 or IAS 2 courses to broaden your first aid skills.
- Become a BLS-AED-SRC instructor and pass on your knowledge.
- Take additional modules such as mental health first aid or conflict management.
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