• CPR and use of a defibrillator
• How to respond in an emergency
• The basic anatomy of the human body
• Practical treatment of bleeding, burns, bites, stings, poisoning, broken bones, eye injuries and more
• Management of asthma and anaphylaxis including the use of an EpiPen

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

• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

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.

There are no pre-requisites for this course.

Successful completion of this course requires participants to have the physical ability to respond to an emergency situation and provide a first aid response 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 first aid response in an emergency.

• Reading – to administer medication for anaphylaxis or asthma.

• 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

You will require an internet capable smartphone or tablet to complete online components of the course.

All other training and assessment materials and equipment will be supplied throughout the course. Students should wear comfortable, casual clothing.

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

Those with concerns related to language, literacy or numeracy skills will be asked to complete an LLN assessment, which will inform on the suitability of the course or any additional support that may be required for successfull completion.

New participants: 5 hours of detailed online training plus 3 hours in-person practical assessment.

Refresher training: 5 hours of detailed online training plus 1.5 hours in-person practical assessment.

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

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

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.

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

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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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.