Description

Covers all the necessary skills and knowledge required to provide first aid responses, life support, management of casualty(ies), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. Incorporating the content of units HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support.

Cost

$110 per participant

Group pricing available

Duration/delivery method

7.5 hours face-to-face training with no Pre-Course Reading.

Prerequisites

Nil

Assessment procedure

Assessment is at the end of the course to show the instructor that you have an appropriate understanding of the procedures necessary to manage a life-threatening situation. This will consist of a theory assessment and practical demonstrations.

Outcome

At the successful completion of this course participants will be issued with a statement of attainment valid for 3 years*. *Please note that the CPR component of the training is only valid for 12 months and should be updated annually.

Topics covered

Explain the legal and social responsibilities of a first aider

Determine first aid facilities and training requirements

Assess an emergency situation



Administer first aid for:

minor wounds applying infection control procedures

burns and electric shock

eye and soft tissue injuries

venomous bites and stings and allergic reactions

spinal injuries and fracture

Manage a casualty:

with external bleeding

suffering from shock

suffering drowning/near drowning

suffering head, chest and abdominal injuries

suffering temperature extremes

Maintain the airway, breathing and circulation of an unconscious casualty

Operation of an AED

Determine principles for the assessment and movement of the sick and injured and first aid reporting requirements