22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis (Paper-based)

This course teaches the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid to a person experiencing anaphylaxis until the arrival of medical assistance.

It also covers the recognition, risk management, prevention and risk minimisation strategies related to anaphylaxis. It provides the outcomes required to develop and implement a risk management plan to reduce the risk of severe reactions in individuals diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis.

It can be applied in either the workplace, or in the community.

There are also specific industries that require additional training such as childcare workers, school teachers and other industries.

Training and assessment is delivered on behalf of Skills Network Australia Pty Ltd, RTO No. 41410.

Upcoming Courses

There are currently no courses scheduled.
Key Learning Outcomes
  • Identify the triggers, signs and symptoms of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.
  • Develop risk management and risk minimisation strategies for anaphylaxis. This includes the development and implementation of pre-emergency risk assessment/ management and the development of individual anaphylaxis management plans.
  • Provide an emergency first aid response to an individual experiencing anaphylaxis, until the arrival of medical assistance. This includes standard first aid procedures and the specific skills and knowledge to administer adrenaline using an adrenaline autoinjector.
Units of Competency

On successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for:

An SOA will be issued by Skills Network Australia Ltd within 30 days of completion of the course, provided all USI, fees and charges have been finalised.

The units of competency listed above are current on the National Register of VET at the time of publication.

Prerequisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course Requirements

Foundation skills are the underpinning communication skills required for participation in the workplace, the community and in adult education and training.

Learning – to learn to plan for, identify and respond to anaphylaxis

Reading – in order to read and understand labels, forms and plans

Writing – in order to record details of children and adults that are at risk of anaphylaxis

Oral communication – to employ reporting, communication and information-gathering techniques

If you are concerned about any of these requirements please contact us prior to enrolling into the course.

Delivery Modes

1/2 day classroom training and assessment.

Training and assessment can be adjusted to account for specific workplace requirements and the existing skills and knowledge of the students.

Locations

Training and assessment may be held at a training facility or on a client’s site. Please contact us for more information.

Renewal

The recommended industry standard to maintain current competency is for this course to be refreshed every three years. Ask your employer about their currency expectations.

Fees and Payments

This course is offered and delivered by an authorised provider on behalf of Skills Network, RTO ? 41410.

The course fee will be paid to the training provider. Click here here to view our full fees, cancellation and refund policy.

Complaints and Appeals

Skills Network has policies in place to ensure complaints and appeals are recorded, acknowledged and dealt with fairly, efficiently and effectively.

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Additional Information

This course is offered and delivered on behalf of Skills Network Pty Ltd, RTO ? 41410

This course;

  1. does not involve any work placement arrangements,
  2. does not enable students to obtain a licensed or regulated outcome, and
  3. is not associated with any VET FEE-HELP, government funded subsidy or other financial support arrangements.

Skills Network cannot guarantee that:

  • a learner will successfully complete the course; or
  • a learner will obtain a particular employment outcome by completing the course.