HLTAID014/HLTAID015 Combined Course

This course applies to all persons who may be required to provide an advanced first aid response and advanced resuscitation in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Certain workplaces may require additional or specialised training, including childcare and high-risk environments. If you are unsure whether the training product is right for you, please seek advice from the training provider.

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
  • Legal and other requirements
  • Basic Life Support (DRSABCD)
  • CPR and AED, including BVM
  • Abdominal injuries
  • Allergic reaction
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Bleeding and wound care
  • Burns, including thermal, chemical, friction and electrical
  • Cardiac conditions
  • Choking and airway obstruction
  • Crush injuries
  • Diabetes
  • Drowning
  • Emergency childbirth
  • Envenomation
  • Extremes of heat and cold
  • Eye and ear injuries
  • Head, neck and spinal injuries
  • Levels of consciousness
  • Musculoskeletal injuries: fractures and dislocations, strains and sprains
  • Needle stick injuries
  • Poisoning and toxic substances
  • Respiratory distress, including asthma
  • Seizures/Convulsions
  • Shock management
  • Stroke
  • Substance misuse
  • Vital Signs
  • Oxygen therapy and resuscitation
  • Oropharyngeal airway
  • Bag valve mask (BVM)
  • Maintenance of resuscitation equipment
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 Pty Ltd within 30 days of completion of the course, provided all USI verification, fees and charges have been finalised.

These units of competency are current on the National Register of VET at the time of publication. To view all the training package requirements of these units, click on the unit title above.

Prerequisites

The prerequisite to HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy is HLTAID011 Provide First Aid. HLTAID011 is included in this course so is not required to be achieved prior.

Course Requirements

Successful completion of this course requires participants to have the physical ability to respond to an emergency situation and provide an advanced first aid response and advanced resuscitation to a casualty. This includes the requirement for all participants to perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.

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 provide advanced first aid and advanced resuscitation.
  • Reading – to administer medication to casualty.
  • Writing – to complete documentation such as reports/risk assessments.
  • Oral communication – to call the ambulance and provide a handover.
  • Numeracy – to count the number of compressions and breaths.
  • Digital literacy – to access and navigate online learning environments (where applicable).

Training and assessment materials and equipment will be supplied throughout the course. Students will need to bring a blue or black pen and wear comfortable, casual clothing. Students completing online components will require access to a reliable computer or portable device with an internet connection.

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

Delivery Modes

2 days 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 your training provider or Skills Network for more information.

Renewal

First Aid Codes of Practice recommend that refresher training in CPR should be carried out annually and first aid qualifications should be renewed every three years.

Ask your employer about their currency expectations.

Fees and Payments

This course is offered and delivered by your training provider on behalf of Skills Network Australia. The course fee will be paid direct to your training provider.

This course may be arranged by an employer who can be invoiced for the training. If the student is booking direct, training fees must be paid by the student directly to your training provider. Course fees and payment terms will be communicated to the booking party (employer or student) prior to enrolment.

Click here here to view our full Fees Cancellation and Refund Policy.

In the event a course is cancelled, or the services are otherwise unable to be delivered, a full refund will be provided to the booking party.

Complaints and Appeals

Skills Network Australia 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;

  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 Australia cannot guarantee that:

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