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Free Basic Life Support (BLS) course

Knowing how to act in first minutes of an emergency It saves lives. The course Basic Life Support (BLS) Alison presents, in a practical and objective way, the most recent international guidelines for Basic Life Support and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), including use of DEA (automated external defibrillator) based on recommendations ILCOR 2020–2025.

The course compares the changes in relation to the previous guidelines (2015–2020) and organizes the techniques into simple stepsaccessible to those who are just starting out.

What you learn in Alison's BLS

  • CPR and chain of survival for adults, children and infants, with variations depending on the number of rescuers.

  • Safe use of the AED (connect, follow voice commands, precautions during analysis/shock).

  • Airway opening and rapid recognition of common emergencies.

  • Updates Here are the 2020–2025 BLS guidelines versus the 2015–2020 guidelines to help you understand “what has changed and why”.

Alison also offers a page of course resources and access via the app, making it easier to study at the student's own pace.

How the Alison platform works

  1. Studying is 100% freeEnroll, attend, and complete without paying. The fee only applies if you... choose by purchasing a certificate.
  2. Self-pacedYou study when you can; there are no fixed schedules.
  3. Enroll in 1 clickOn the course page, simply click on Start Learning.
  4. App with offline modeDownload the course and study offline using the official app.

Certificates and accreditation

Upon completing the course (and other Alison requirements), you can buy:

  • Digital certificate (PDF) For immediate download;

  • Printed certificate, sent to your address.

Alison's courses cover CPD accreditation (UK), which provides international educational support. The prices Prices and formats are listed on the official pricing page (may vary by country and currency).

Who is BLS suitable for?

  • Parents, guardians and caregivers who want to act safely at home.

  • Workers in administrative, education, and customer service areas. who need to be prepared.

  • Students and those interested in health and safety. who seek a solid and up-to-date foundation before in-person practice.

  • Security leaders/fire brigade members which need to strengthen fundamentals.

Benefits in everyday life

  • Gain agility. to recognize cardiorespiratory arrest and initiate CPR.

  • Confidence to use the AED following standardized procedures.

  • Reduce panic. organizing the response until help arrives.

  • Stay updated In accordance with the 2020–2025 guidelines, harmonize your practice with international standards.

Safe techniques for working out at home

  1. CPR rhythmpractice hand position and cadence (~100–120/min) using a CPR dummyWithout a doll, just use a firm pillow to... set pace/position (Does not reproduce true depth). Reinforce the sequence: scene safety, activate emergency, initiate compressions, etc.

  2. DEA Flow: simulate opening the case and “Follow voice commands”, without applying shocks. Focus on keep everyone away during analysis/shock and in Resume CPR quickly.

  3. Airway openingMentally rehearse the step-by-step process, reinforcing when to use each technique and how to adapt it by age group/condition.

Whenever possible, supplement these exercises with in-person practical classes for feedback on the depth and position of the compressions.

Step-by-step guide to enrolling

  1. Access the course page “Assistance vitale de base (BLS)” and click on Start Learning.

  2. Create your account or log in. (email or social media).

  3. Study at your own pace.The student dashboard helps to track progress and time.

  4. Complete the assessments.Meet the course requirements to complete the course. (Alison uses its own criteria; please check the course page.)

  5. (Optional) Purchase your certificateChoose PDF or printable from Alison's store.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the course really free?
Yes. Enroll, study, and graduate. It's free. You pay. only if you want to Buy a certificate.

2) Do I have fixed hours to keep?
No. All courses are auto-rhythmsYou organize your own schedule.

3) Is the certificate "official" valid?
The courses have CPD accreditation (UK), recognized for continuous professional development. Occupational rules Prices vary by country/company — please confirm locally.

4) Can I study offline?
Yes, by downloading the course on Alison's app to study without internet.

5) What is the difference between this BLS course and the CPR/AED/First Aid course?
Both cover CPR and AED. The BLS emphasizes basic support protocol (with 2020–2025 updates), while the other course focuses on basic first aid and CPR/AED more broadly. You can do both as a learning path.

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