TPL Thursdays!

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers: From Legislation to Learning - CCEA's Community of Lifesavers Support

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers: From Legislation to Learning - CCEA's Community of Lifesavers Support

Date:  Thursday 23rd April 2026

Time:  3.45 - 4.30 p.m.

Presenters:  Liam Dempsey & Julie Gray - CCEA

The first webinar in the series begins with a clear overview of the statutory requirements surrounding the Community of Lifesavers programme and what they mean for schools. Led by CCEA's Liam Dempsey and Julie Gray, this session will unpack the legislation, outline schools' responsibilities and introduce the full suite of CCEA resources designed to support implementation - including the Community of Lifesavers app. Participants will leave with a confident understanding of the expectations, available tools and how to begin embedding lifesaving education within their school community.

TPL Thursdays! webinars are online via MS Teams.

To register, please click on the 'Book' button at the top of the page.

Booking closes at 2.00 p.m. on the day.

Please ensure you enter the correct email address to obtain webinar joining details which can be found by scrolling down the booking confirmation email you will receive from the Education Authority.

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers: Insights from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers: Insights from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service

Date:  Thursday 30th April 2026

Time:  3.45 - 4.30 p.m.

Presenter:  Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Community Resuscitation Lead Michael Allen

This session explores the 'What' of the Community of Lifesavers programme - what pupils are expected to learn, what lifesaving knowledge and skills look like in practice and what schools need to deliver high-quality CPR and AED education at Key Stage 3.

Led by the Community Resuscitation Lead from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS), the session will unpack the core components of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) awareness, reflecting regional initiatives that aim to strengthen community readiness to respond to cardiac arrest. Participants will gain clarity on what constitutes effective lifesaving education, how it aligns with the statutory curriculum requirements introduced in 2022 and what practical, accessible approaches can be used in classrooms to empower young people to act in an emergency.

TPL Thursdays! webinars are online via MS Teams.

To register, please click on the 'Book' button at the top of the page.

Booking closes at 2.00 p.m. on the day.

Please ensure you enter the correct email address to obtain webinar joining details which can be found by scrolling down the booking confirmation email you will receive from the Education Authority.

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

Date:  Thursday 7th May 2026

Time:  3.45 - 4.30 p.m.

Presenter:  Andy Steward - Park School & Outreach Service in Belfast

This week spotlights a real-life school case study, showcasing how the Community of Lifesavers programme has been implemented in practice. Participants will hear directly from practitioners about their journey, successes, challenges and key learning. The session provides adaptable examples and strategies to support schools at any stage of their implementation journey.

TPL Thursdays! webinars are online via MS Teams.

To register, please click on the 'Book' button at the top of the page.

Booking closes at 2.00 p.m. on the day.

Please ensure you enter the correct email address to obtain webinar joining details which can be found by scrolling down the booking confirmation email you will receive from the Education Authority.

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

Date:  Thursday 14th May 2026

Time:  3.45 - 4.30 p.m.

Presenter:  Helen McBrearty - Blackwater Integrated College, Downpatrick

This week spotlights a real-life school case study, showcasing how the Community of Lifesavers programme has been implemented in practice. Participants will hear directly from practitioners about their journey, successes, challenges and key learning. The session provides adaptable examples and strategies to support schools at any stage of their implementation journey.

TPL Thursdays! webinars are online via MS Teams.

To register, please click on the 'Book' button at the top of the page.

Booking closes at 2.00 p.m. on the day.

Please ensure you enter the correct email address to obtain webinar joining details which can be found by scrolling down the booking confirmation email you will receive from the Education Authority.

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

TPL Thursdays! - Community of Lifesavers Case Study: Community of Lifesavers in Practice

Date:  Thursday 21st May 2026

Time:  3.45 - 4.30 p.m.

Presenter: Olivia Crosbie - Head of Learning for Life and Work (LLW) and King’s Trust, Strabane Academy 

This week spotlights a real-life school case study, showcasing how the Community of Lifesavers programme has been implemented in practice. Participants will hear directly from practitioners about their journey, successes, challenges and key learning. The session provides adaptable examples and strategies to support schools at any stage of their implementation journey.

TPL Thursdays! webinars are online via MS Teams.

To register, please click on the 'Book' button at the top of the page.

Booking closes at 2.00 p.m. on the day.

Please ensure you enter the correct email address to obtain webinar joining details which can be found by scrolling down the booking confirmation email you will receive from the Education Authority.