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About the course

HLTAID009, titled “Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation,” represents the most recent version of the nationally recognized CPR course. This updated course supersedes the previous iteration, HLTAID001 “Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.”

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.

This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. Specific licensing/regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities.

Licensing/Regulations:

Victorian State-specific requirements – Based on industry standards of the regulated education and care service authorized by ACECQA and Safe Work Australia (recommended to re-qualify annually)

Delivery Location:

Melton South student location – If you have 2 or more, we can come to you (A small callout charge will apply)

Award issued:

Statement of attainment upon successful completion the student will be awarded HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Validity:

1 year from the completion date

Who should attend – Cohort.

The unit applies to workers and support staff working within a community-based or any education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies (optional).

Student Support:

Trainers will communicate and ask questions during the enrolment process to ensure that gaps in LLN are noted before the delivery of the unit. Students are encouraged to advise the trainer of any language, literacy, and numeracy support needs prior to the commencement of the course so that reasonable adjustments can be made to delivery and assessment. However, this training will be specific to those working within the CHC training package or seeking employment in a similar industry or solely for self-development.

Pre-requisites: N/A

Entry Requirements:

Candidates enrolling in this course must be at least 18 years of age or above.

Fee for service:

Please contact the office for more information.

Refund: No refund

*Refer to refund terms and conditions where a medical condition or inability to attend the session applies, Please talk to your assessor, they will be able to allocate students to upcoming slots.

Total Hours for Completion:

It will take a total of Total 6.5 hours.

Delivery options:

  • Classroom Based option:

Full classroom delivery 4 hours of pre-course work (Online workbook – reading material, Study library, videos, activity preparation kit (# Optional: refer support – This is by appointment only webinar video or audio over computer)) + Classroom training (Assessment completed in class face to face)

Example: Face to Face 9 AM – 11:30 PM (2.5 hours of training and practical demonstration with students).

  • Blended Delivery option:

Online assessment plus pre-reading and onsite practical online study (self-paced) Assessment onsite – Min 45 mins to 1-hour session of practical.

Delivery strategy: (Blended and Classroom)

  • PowerPoint presentation, demonstrations of various first aid techniques. The practical component of performing CPR and other first aid techniques will focus on working through case scenarios using the DRSABCD technique this will be done as individuals and in pairs.
  • Workbook assessment questions will be completed individually at intervals throughout the course and prompt questions for discussion by the group. Completion of injury report form in small groups and then reporting back to the group.
  • Applying first aid procedures.
  • Understand and locate and interpret workplace policies and procedures.

Delivery and resources:

The complete course is planned for scheduled hours with self-study mode options prior to attending the course and theoretical and practical tasks to be completed plus an assignment workload during classroom training.

Assessments and equipment/ resources are contextualized to those working in the community sector industry mostly with children. Delivery of training in a classroom setting with sufficient tables and chairs projector for PowerPoint presentation covering delivered material short video for simulation and role play.

First aid for life workbook Students involvement in group activities demonstration of CPR and other related first aid techniques including the use of AED. Possible use of online pre-course background reading included in study library.

Performance Evidence:

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the workplace or community setting.

There must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks.

  • In line with state/territory regulations,
  • First aid codes of practice.
  • First aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace, or site procedures managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
  • Following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting handing over to emergency services providing an accurate verbal report of the incident reviewing the incident managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface.

Assessment strategy:

Each candidate to demonstrate skills in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, scenarios and simulations to assess candidates’ skills and knowledge. Due to the nature of this type of training, it is acceptable for the performance evidence to be collected in a simulated environment. Compression and ventilation skills must be demonstrated on resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures.

Assessment must ensure access to:

Adult and infant resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures AED training devices personal protective equipment (PPE). Simulated assessment environments must simulate real-life situations where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that workplace or community environment.

Assessment Includes:

Assessment will be conducted using a range of methods including case scenarios, questioning, written assessment, and practical skills demonstration, assessment strategies will be based on the principles of consistency, fairness, validity, and reliability.

To gain a statement of attainment student will have to achieve competency in:

Practical assessment:

  • Participation in group and individual scenarios.
  • Demonstration of the CPR in line with ARC guidelines.
  • Demonstrate various first aid techniques.

Written assessment:

  • Workbook assessment questions.
  • Workbook written questions.
  • Injury report form.

The practical demonstration will allow the trainer/assessor to document information on individual students’ performance in the direct observation sheet and portfolio assessment marking form.

Evidence gathering techniques:

  • Written completed Assessment & incident form (workplace injury, trauma and/or illness record, or other appropriate workplace incident report form)
  • Guidelines met as indicated in the performance evidence section through onsite practical demonstration.

Allergy Advice/ Disabilities Declaration:

Each Student will be checked and asked to inform if they have any allergies with latex/rubber and or other forms of allergies/ disabilities that might prevent them from enrolling in this course.

Further Study Option:

HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support

About the course

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide an emergency response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. Specific licensing/regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory work health and safety regulatory authorities.

Licensing/Regulations:

Victorian state-specific requirements – Based on industry standards of the regulated education and care service authorized by ACECQA and Safe Work Australia (recommended to re-qualify CPR annually).

Delivery Location:

Melton south student location – If you have 2 or more, we can come to you (Small callout charge will apply)

Award issued:

Statement of attainment upon successful completion the student will be awarded.

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support.

Validity: 3 years.

Who should attend – Cohort.

The unit applies to workers and support staff working within a community-based or any education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

Student Support:

Trainers will communicate and ask questions during the enrolment process to ensure that gaps in LLN are noted before the delivery of the unit. Students are encouraged to advise the trainer of any language, literacy, and numeracy support needs prior to commencement of the course so that reasonable adjustments can be made to delivery and assessment.

However, this training will be specific to those working within the CHC training package or seeking employment in similar industry or solely for self-development.

Pre-requisites: N/A

Entry Requirements:

Candidates enrolling in this course must be at least 18 years of age or above.

Fee for service:

Please contact the office for more information.

Refund: No refund

*Refer to refund terms and conditions where a medical condition or inability to attend the session applies, please talk to your assessor, they will be able to allocate students to upcoming slots.

Total Hours for Completion:

It will take a total of total 10.75 hours.

Delivery options:

  • Classroom – Full Classroom Delivery

6 hours of pre-course work (Online workbook – reading material, study library, videos, activity preparation kit (# Optional: refer support – This is by appointment only webinar video or audio over computer)) + Classroom training face to Face 9 AM – 1:00 PM (4.75 hours of training and practical demonstration with a student with 30 min. of lunch break)

  • Blended Delivery option:

Online assessment plus pre- reading and onsite practical online study (self-paced) Assessment onsite – Min 1 hrs. to 1.5 hours session of practical

Delivery strategy: (Blended and Classroom)

  • PowerPoint presentation, demonstrations of various first aid techniques. The practical component of performing CPR and other first aid techniques will focus on working through case scenarios using the DRSABCD technique this will be done as individuals and in pairs.
  • Workbook assessment questions will be completed individually at intervals throughout the course and prompt questions for discussion by the group. Completion of injury report form in small groups and then reporting back to the group.

Delivery and resources:

The complete course is planned for scheduled hours with self-study mode options prior to attending the course and theoretical and practical tasks to be completed plus an assignment workload during classroom training assessments and equipment/ resources are contextualized to those working in the community sector industry mostly with children.

Delivery of training in a classroom setting with sufficient tables and chairs projector for PowerPoint presentation covering delivered material short video for simulation and role play first aid for life workbook students involvement in group activities.

Demonstration of CPR and other related first aid techniques including the use of AED possible use of online pre-course background reading included in study library.

Performance Evidence:

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the workplace or community setting.

There must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks.

  • In line with State/Territory regulations.
  • First aid codes of practice.
  • First aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace or site procedures.
  • Managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
  • Following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface managed casualties, with the following anaphylaxis asthma non-life-threatening bleeding choking shock responded to at least one simulated first aid incident contextualised to the candidate’s workplace or community setting, where the candidate has no knowledge of the casualty’s condition prior to starting treatment, including identifying the casualty’s illness or injury through history, signs and symptoms using personal protective equipment (PPE) providing appropriate first aid treatment conveying incident details to emergency services or advising casualty on any required post incident action providing an accurate verbal report of the incident reviewing the incident.

Assessment strategy:

Skills are demonstrated in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, scenarios and simulations to assess candidates’ skills and knowledge. Due to the nature of this type of training, it is acceptable for the performance evidence to be collected in a simulated environment. Compression and ventilation skills must be demonstrated on resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures. Simulated assessment environments must simulate real-life situations where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that workplace or community environment.

Assessment must ensure access to:

Adult and infant resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures workplace first aid kit adrenaline auto-injector training device AED training devices placebo bronchodilator and spacer device different types of wound dressings and bandages blankets and items to treat for shock personal protective equipment (PPE). Simulated assessment environments must simulate the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment.

Assessment Includes:

Assessment will be conducted using a range of methods including case scenarios, questioning, written assessment, and practical skills demonstration, assessment strategies will be based on the principles of consistency, fairness, validity, and reliability.

To gain a statement of attainment student will have to achieve competency in

Practical assessment:

  • Participation in group and individual scenarios.
  • Demonstration of the CPR in line with ARC guidelines.
  • Demonstrate various first aid techniques.

Written assessment:

  • Workbook assessment questions.
  • Workbook written questions.
  • Injury report form.

The practical demonstration will allow the trainer/assessor to document information on individual student’s performance in the direct observation sheet and Portfolio Assessment Marking form.

Evidence gathering techniques:

  • Written completed assessment & incident form (workplace injury, trauma and/or illness record, or other appropriate workplace incident report form).
  • Guidelines met as indicated in the performance evidence section through onsite practical demonstration.

Allergy Advice/ Disabilities Declaration:

Each Student will be checked and asked to inform if they have any allergies with latex/rubber and or other forms of allergies/ disabilities that might prevent them from enrolling in this course.

Further Study Option:

HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

About the course

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Licensing/Regulations:

Victorian State-specific requirements – based on industry standards of the regulated education and care service authorized by ACECQA and safe work Australia (recommended to re-qualify CPR annually).

Delivery Location:

Melton south student location – If you have 2 or more, we can come to you (small callout charge will apply)

Award issued:

Statement of Attainment upon successful completion the student will be awarded.

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support.
  • HLTAID011 – Provide first aid

Validity: 3 years.

Who should attend – Cohort.

The unit applies to workers and support staff working within a community-based or any education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

Student Support:

Trainers will communicate and ask questions during the enrolment process to ensure that gaps in LLN are noted before the delivery of the unit. Students are encouraged to advise the trainer of any language, literacy, and numeracy support needs prior to commencement of the course so that reasonable adjustments can be made to delivery and assessment.

However, this training will be specific to those working within the CHC training package or seeking employment in similar industry or solely for self-development.

Pre-requisites: N/A

Entry Requirements:

Candidates enrolling in this course must be at least 18 years of age or above.

Fee for service:

Please contact the office for more information

Refund: No refund

*Refer to refund terms and conditions where a medical condition or inability to attend the session applies, please talk to your assessor, they will be able to allocate students to upcoming slots.

Total Hours for completion:

It will take a total of total 20 hours.

Delivery options:

  • Classroom – Full Classroom Delivery

13 hours of pre-course Work (Online workbook – reading material, study vibrary, videos, activity preparation kit (# Optional: refer support – This is by appointment only – webinar – video or audio over computer)) + Classroom training face to Face 9 AM – 5:00 PM (7 hours of training and practical demonstration with a student with 30 min. of lunch break)

  • Blended Delivery option:

Online assessment plus pre- reading and onsite practical online study (self-paced) Assessment onsite – Min 2 hrs. to 2.5 hours session of practical.

Delivery strategy: (Blended and Classroom)

  • PowerPoint Presentation, demonstrations of various first aid techniques. The practical component of performing CPR and other first aid techniques will focus on working through case scenarios using the DRSABCD technique this will be done as individuals and in pairs.
  • Workbook assessment questions will be completed individually at intervals throughout the course and prompt questions for discussion by the group. Completion of injury report form in small groups and then reporting back to the group.

Delivery and resources:

The complete course is planned for scheduled hours with self-study mode options prior to attending the course and theoretical and practical tasks to be completed plus an assignment workload during classroom training assessments and equipment/ resources are contextualized to those working in the community sector industry mostly with children.

Delivery of training in a classroom setting with sufficient tables and chairs projector for PowerPoint presentation covering delivered material short video for simulation and role play first aid for life workbook students involvement in group activities.

Demonstration of CPR and other related first aid techniques including the use of AED possible use of online pre-course background reading included in study library.

Performance Evidence:

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the workplace or community setting.

There must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks.

  • In line with state/territory regulations.
  • First aid codes of practice.
  • First aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace or site procedures.
  • Managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
  • Following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface managed casualties, with the following anaphylaxis asthma non-life-threatening bleeding choking shock responded to at least one simulated first aid incident contextualised to the candidate’s workplace or community setting, where the candidate has no knowledge of the casualty’s condition prior to starting treatment, including identifying the casualty’s illness or injury through history, signs and symptoms using personal protective equipment (PPE) providing appropriate first aid treatment conveying incident details to emergency services or advising casualty on any required post incident action providing an accurate verbal report of the incident reviewing the incident.

Assessment strategy:

Each candidate to demonstrate skills in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, scenarios and simulations to assess candidates’ skills and knowledge. Due to the nature of this type of training, it is acceptable for the performance evidence to be collected in a simulated environment. Compression and ventilation skills must be demonstrated on resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures.

Assessment must ensure access to:

Adult and infant resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures adrenaline auto-injector training device AED training devices workplace first aid kit placebo bronchodilator and spacer device different types of wound dressings and bandages blankets and items to treat for shock personal protective equipment (PPE) workplace injury, trauma or illness record, or other applicable workplace or site incident report form. Simulated assessment environments must simulate real-life situations where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that workplace or community environment.

Assessment Includes:

Assessment will be conducted using a range of methods including case scenarios, questioning, written assessment, and practical skills demonstration, assessment strategies will be based on the principles of consistency, fairness, validity, and reliability.

To gain a statement of attainment student will have to achieve competency in

Practical assessment:

  • Participation in group and individual scenarios.
  • Demonstration of the CPR in line with ARC guidelines.
  • Demonstrate various first aid techniques.

Written assessment:

  • Workbook assessment questions.
  • Workbook written questions.
  • Injury report form.

The practical demonstration will allow the Trainer/Assessor to document information on individual student’s performance in the direct observation sheet and portfolio Assessment marking form.

Evidence gathering techniques:

  • Written completed Assessment & incident form (workplace injury, trauma and/or illness record, or other appropriate workplace incident report form).
  • Guidelines met as indicated in the performance evidence section through onsite practical demonstration.

Allergy Advice/ Disabilities Declaration:

Each Student will be checked and asked to inform if they have any allergies with Latex/rubber and or other forms of allergies/ disabilities that might prevent them from enrolling in this course.

Further Study Option:

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting.

About the course

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants and children in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

This unit applies to a range of workers within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthma and anaphylactic emergencies. This includes early childhood workers and educators who work with school-age children in outside school hours care and vacation programs.

This unit of competency may contribute towards approved first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis training under the Education and Care Services National Law, and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011).

Licensing/Regulations:

Victorian State-specific requirements – Based on industry standards of the regulated education and care service authorized by ACECQA and Safe work Australia (recommended to re-qualify CPR annually)

Note: This is a first aid course designed for early education teachers & educators and carers working in a pre-school educational environment. The course is approved by ACECQA and satisfies all educator requirements for first aid, anaphylaxis management, and emergency asthma training in the early education environment as required by National Education & Care services law. This is a fast-track course run in one day which requires pre-course homework to be completed prior to attendance.

Delivery Location:

Melton south student location – If you have 2 or more, we can come to you (Small callout charge will apply)

Award issued:

Statement of Attainment Upon successful completion the student will be awarded.

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support.
  • HLTAID011 – Provide first aid.
  • HLTAID012 – Provide first aid in an education and care setting.

Validity: 3 years.

Who should attend – Cohort.

The unit applies to workers and support staff working within a community-based or any education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

Student Support:

Trainers will communicate and ask questions during the enrolment process to ensure that gaps in LLN are noted before the delivery of the unit. Students are encouraged to advise the trainer of any language, literacy, and numeracy support needs prior to commencement of the course so that reasonable adjustments can be made to delivery and assessment.

However, this training will be specific to those working within the CHC training package or seeking employment in similar industry or solely for self-development.

Pre-requisites: N/A

Entry Requirements:

Candidates enrolling in this course must be at least 18 years of age or above.

Fee for service:

Please contact the office for more information.

Refund: No refund

*Refer to refund terms and conditions where a medical condition or inability to attend the session applies, please talk to your assessor, they will be able to allocate students to upcoming slots.

Total Hours for completion:

It will take a total of total 20 hours.

Delivery options:

  • Classroom – Full Classroom Delivery

13 hours of pre-course work (Online workbook – reading material, study library, videos, activity preparation kit (# Optional: refer support – This is by appointment only – webinar – video or audio over computer)) + Classroom training face to face 9 AM – 5:00 PM (7 hours of training and practical demonstration with a student with 30 min. of lunch break)

  • Blended Delivery option:

Online assessment plus pre- reading and onsite practical online study (self-paced) Assessment onsite – Min 2 hrs. to 2.5 hours session of practical.

Delivery strategy: (Blended and Classroom)

  • PowerPoint Presentation, demonstrations of various first aid techniques. The practical component of performing CPR and other first aid techniques will focus on working through case scenarios using the DRSABCD technique this will be done as individuals and in pairs.
  • Workbook assessment questions will be completed individually at intervals throughout the course and prompt questions for discussion by the group. Completion of injury report form in small groups and then reporting back to the group.

Delivery and resources:

The complete course is planned for scheduled hours with self-study mode options prior to attending the course and theoretical and practical tasks to be completed plus an assignment workload during classroom training assessments and equipment/ resources are contextualized to those working in the community sector industry mostly with children.

Delivery of training in a classroom setting with sufficient tables and chairs projector for PowerPoint presentation covering delivered material short video for simulation and role play first aid for life workbook student’s involvement in group activities.

Demonstration of CPR and other related first aid techniques including the use of AED possible use of online pre-course background reading included in study library.

Performance Evidence:

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the workplace or community setting.

There must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks.

  • In line with state/territory regulations.
  • First aid codes of practice.
  • First aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace or site procedures.
  • Managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
  • Following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting managed.
  • In line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface managed casualties, with the following anaphylaxis asthma non-life-threatening bleeding choking shock responded to at least one simulated first aid incident contextualised to the candidate’s workplace or community setting, where the candidate has no knowledge of the casualty’s condition prior to starting treatment, including identifying the casualty’s illness or injury through history, signs and symptoms using personal protective equipment (PPE) providing appropriate first aid treatment conveying incident details to emergency services or advising casualty on any required post incident action providing an accurate verbal report of the incident reviewing the incident.

Assessment strategy:

Each candidate to demonstrate skills in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, scenarios and simulations to assess candidates’ skills and knowledge. Due to the nature of this type of training, it is acceptable for the performance evidence to be collected in a simulated environment. Compression and ventilation skills must be demonstrated on resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures.

Assessment must ensure access to:

Emergency action plans adult, child and infant resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines for the purpose of assessment of CPR procedures adrenaline auto-injector training device AED training devices workplace first aid kit placebo bronchodilator and a spacer device different types of wound dressings and bandages blankets and items to treat for shock  personal protective equipment (PPE) workplace injury, trauma and/or illness record, or other applicable workplace or site incident report form.   Simulated assessment environments must simulate real-life situations where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that workplace/community environment.

Assessment Includes:

Assessment will be conducted using a range of methods including case scenarios, questioning, written assessment, and practical skills demonstration, assessment strategies will be based on the principles of consistency, fairness, validity, and reliability.

To gain a statement of attainment student will have to achieve competency in

Practical assessment:

  • Participation in group and individual scenarios.
  • Demonstration of the CPR in line with ARC guidelines.
  • Demonstrate various first aid techniques.

Written assessment:

  • Workbook assessment questions.
  • Workbook written questions.
  • Injury report form.

The practical demonstration will allow the Trainer/Assessor to document information on individual student’s performance in the direct observation sheet and Portfolio Assessment Marking form.

Evidence gathering techniques:

  • Written completed Assessment & incident form (workplace injury, trauma and/or illness record, or other appropriate workplace incident report form).
  • Guidelines met as indicated in the performance evidence section through onsite practical demonstration.

Allergy Advice/ Disabilities Declaration:

Each Student will be checked and asked to inform if they have any allergies with Latex/rubber and or other forms of allergies/ disabilities that might prevent them from enrolling in this course.

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