The GDC recommend that all dentists and dental care professionals do CPD in medical emergencies every year'.

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

This 2 hour course will enable you and your staff to manage life threatening emergency situations.

Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to practice and perform the primary survey, recovery position and CPR and also the treatment for a choking casualty.

Assessment is on an ongoing basis with instructors using questioning and observation to check that you met the objectives of the course.

As well as your ongoing professional development have you considered your legal requirements under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. You will need to carry out a first aid needs assessment to determine what level of cover you require. For more information check out First Aid at Work.