The Basic Life Support course, which is being aimed at people who work with dogs in their workspace, includes a visit from the UK's leading canine first aider Rachel Bean.

In the two hour sessions, Rachel will go through the theory of CPR. Then a real time CPR Practical session will take place so the learners can feel confident that they can save a life after the session is over.

Rachel, who holds the prestigious Recover Guidelines Rescuer Certificate and is a Qualified Veterinary Nurse, said: "Whether you are a pet professional, have a dog friendly office or work in a space which welcomes dogs, this course is an amazing way to get up to speed on the basics of life saving.

"We are trialing the new course in Manchester first, and hope that Manchester businesses will be happy to be trailblazers in making their premises not only dog friendly, but dog safe too."

Rachel lives in Saddleworth and as well as working in veterinary practice, she also travels the world teaching canine first aid. 

In addition to that Rachel co-runs the Vet on Set business which operates out of Manchester's Media City, providing animal support to film and TV productions which are using four legged stars.

Rachel added: "The country is getting more dog friendly than ever and that is a wonderful thing, but it is so important that as many people as possible know what to do should the worst happen. My course will help you act calmly and quickly to save a life, and may inspire you to take your studies further too to include more life saving skills."