Course Set - First Aid and Anaphylaxis

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

As a minimum, entrants to the course must have literacy and numeracy competencies equivalent to the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.  An example of an ACSF Level 3 competency is being able to read and comprehend the ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis, use and respond to communication techniques to request appropriate emergency assistance at the scene of a First Aid incident and use writing skills to complete incident reports.

Physical fitness to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including CPR and performing rescue breathing techniques on manikins

Online study options:  The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

Important note: In order to issue an accredited certificate, CPR must be performed on the floor and rescue breathing techniques demonstrated on manikins, with no exemptions.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

22578VIC - Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis - 36 months

HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - 12 months

HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support - 36 months

HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid - 36 months

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.

Practical demonstrations:

• Administer an adrenaline autoinjector for anaphylaxis
• Provide first aid for an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis
• Adult CPR
• Infant CPR
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for asthma
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for choking
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for non-life-threatening bleeding, minor wound cleaning & shock
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for a nosebleed
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for managing fractures , dislocations,  sprains and strains
• Demonstrate the first aid procedure for managing envenomation (snake/ funnel-web spider bite)

Documentation:

• Complete a First aid/Incident report form
• Complete a risk assessment
• Complete an Individual Management Plan, which includes a Communication Plan

Theory assessment - A written exam consisting of multiple choice questions.

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909