CPR is an essential skill that could save someone's life. With training from call handlers, paramedics, and community first-aiders, Year 10 students at the Academy had the opportunity to learn how to perform CPR should the need ever arise.

During the workshop, students learnt about the procedures for aiding someone in cardiac arrest and the technique for providing chest compressions. They also asked questions of medical staff attending the event, enabling them to discover more about careers within the medical profession.

Science Teacher Mrs Patel organised the event at the Academy, who ran it to coincide with the national Restart a Heart Day.

She told us: "The training has a huge impact on students. As a school, we know how important it is to have CPR training. We are committed to allowing every student to learn this vital skill before they leave."

We are most grateful to the medical professionals who joined us for the day to provide the training to our students. We would also like to congratulate our Year 10 students for engaging positively in learning skills that could one day save someone's life.