HLTAID009 & HLTWHS005
Course Set - CPR & Manual Handling Personal Care Worker
- Nationally Recognised Certificate
- Fast Certificate Turnaround
- Experienced and Certified Instructors
- Flexible Learning Options
- Industry Validated
Course Description
The CPR & Manual Handling for Personal Care Workers course, which includes HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely, is designed to equip personal care workers with the essential skills to ensure safety in both emergency and day-to-day caregiving tasks. This course is ideal for those working in aged care, disability support, or healthcare settings, offering vital knowledge in life-saving techniques and safe manual handling practices to prevent injury for both workers and clients.
This combined course provides comprehensive training tailored to the needs of personal care workers, equipping them with the necessary skills to handle emergency situations and everyday tasks safely. It is essential for those who want to enhance their capability in providing care while maintaining a safe and injury-free working environment.
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
HLTAID009
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTWHS005
Conduct manual tasks safely
Course Delivery
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
Course Durations
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Entry Requirements
Participants must have the physical capacity to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and performing rescue breathing techniques on manikins.
Participants must have the physical capacity to use appropriate equipment, posture and handling techniques to conduct a manual move and/or lift.
Online study: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online/ pre-course studies.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - 12 months
HLTWHS005 - Conduct manual tasks safely - Not applicable
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
Assessment Activities
Performance tasks and Practical scenarios:
- Perform CPR on an adult (incl. the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position
- Perform CPR on an infant
- Manual Handling Task: Horizontal movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)
- Manual Handling Task: High to low movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)
- Manual Handling Task: Low to high movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)
Documentation – Completion of a Risk Assessment form and an Incident Report Form.
Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909
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