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Provide First Aid

Provide First Aid

Short Course

Overview

The content of the is course may be graphic in nature and /or involve discussion of traumatic injuries and situations. If you find these ideas and activities challenging please notify the class teacher before the commencement of the class to agree on management strategies.

Provide First Aid equips participants with the practical skills and knowledge required to respond confidently to a range of first aid emergencies in workplace, community and everyday settings. Participants will learn how to assess emergency situations, provide first aid treatment, perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and communicate effectively with emergency services in line with current Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines. The course combines theory and practical activities to prepare learners to respond safely and effectively when first aid is required.

Gain the skills and confidence to respond in an emergency. Learn essential first aid techniques, CPR and AED use while developing the knowledge required to provide a first aid response in workplace and community settings. Successful participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is for managers, supervisors, health and safety representatives and employees responsible for first aid in the workplace. The course is also suitable for anyone who wants to become confident in their ability to recognise and respond to common injuries and illnesses.

Pre-Learning

Once enrolled, you will be given access to our pre-learning site which includes online assessment quizzes. Please allow six hours if you have no prior knowledge.

You will be required to complete a number of assessment before attending the face to face session to complete your practical assessments.

Information will be emailed following your enrolment

Assessment

To successfully complete this course, participants must demonstrate both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Assessment is conducted through:

  • Practical observation of first aid and CPR skills in simulated scenarios
  • Theory assessment completed online through Moodle
  • Demonstration of emergency response procedures in line with current industry requirements

Delivery

Optional (not required for refreshers) online 3.5 hours teacher led session, self paced for knowledge assessments and 7 hours face-to-face practical demonstration. Online session are a week before face-to-face class. Assessment must be completed prior to face-to-face classes.

Course Outcomes

Participants will gain the skills and knowledge required to apply first aid. This course consists of the following units of competency:

  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

A Statement of Attainment will be issued at the conclusion of the course.

Transfers and Refunds

A refund or transfer is only possible if you notify Short Courses 5 business days prior to the course commencement date via email or phone call. A standard handling fee of 10% of the advertised course fee will be deducted from each refund except in the instance where the course is cancelled by the Institute. Read the Refunds for Short Courses and Institute Accredited Courses page for information and terms.


Please Note:

When enrolling into this course under “Available Sessions” below, you must use a personal email address as your primary email address. You will not be able to receive your qualification with a work email address. My eQuals (the qualification platform) will not accept a work email.

Materials

This course is delivered at a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) campus. Participants are required to bring:

  • A laptop with internet access
  • A charger or power cable for their device
  • Access to a web browser to complete online learning and assessments via Moodle

Please ensure your laptop is fully charged and available for use throughout the training session. Access to Moodle is required to complete the theory assessment component of this course.

For learners who do not have access to a suitable laptop, please contact us prior to enrolment to discuss available options.