On successful completion of this course, you will be issued a statement of attainment in:
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for students who regularly renew their advance resuscitation skills. It is an assessment only course.
Course Outline
This course covers the following:
Provide first aid content
Resuscitation including using a soft bag resuscitator
Oxygen therapy and application of an AED, including equipment maintenance
Clinical assessment in detail
Basic anatomy of all body systems
Triage
Risk assessment
Managing all aspects of a first aid room
Documentation
Management of: eye injuries, lifting and moving of a casualty, head, neck and spinal injuries including collars and spine board
Casualties who are emotionally disturbed and under the influence of drugs and alcohol
Post incident management
First aid in the context of the workplace
Relevant first aid legislation
Planning a response to a major incident
Evaluating provision of first aid
Duration
2.5 Days.
Pre-Requisites
No pre-work is required.
Assessment Methods
We use a range of different methods to assess you, including written assessments and practical activities.
You must be able to perform CPR on the floor for 2 minutes on a manikin. You may need to pair up with another student to complete the practical exercises.
See, hear, & engage with realistic emergency scenarios
Improve skill development & learning retention
Participant Testimonial
"I was very impressed with the whole process from applying for the course, the venue and our trainer. I am so happy I've done this course as it's a good idea to have this knowledge not just at work, but in everyday life. You never know when these skills are required."
Vivienne
Student
"I was very impressed with the whole process from applying for the course, the venue and our trainer. I am so happy I've done this course as it's a good idea to have this knowledge not just at work, but in everyday life. You never know when these skills are required."
Vivienne
Student
"I was very impressed with the whole process from applying for the course, the venue and our trainer. I am so happy I've done this course as it's a good idea to have this knowledge not just at work, but in everyday life. You never know when these skills are required."
