Short Course in Basic Emergency Life Support

Short Course in Basic Emergency Life Support

HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Course Description

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies using basic life support measures.

 

Course Highlights

  • Nationally Recognised Training
  • No pre-requisites
  • Industry expert trainers
  • Flexible, interactive eLearning pre-work
  • Hands on, fun learning environment

Application & Relevance

This course applies to all people who may be required to provide an emergency response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisite units. Participants will need the ability to meet the considerable physical demands of providing basic emergency life support. Participants will also need oral communication skills to make an accurate verbal report to emergency services and workplace supervisor. Prior to the start of face-to-face practical training, there may be a short knowledge quiz to check language, literacy and numeracy skills, as required.

Assessment Methods

Progressive assessment throughout the course, including demonstration of practical skills and written and oral questions relating to underpinning knowledge. Note that the provision of CPR must be demonstrated on the floor.

Course Content

This course applies to a variety of settings where life-threatening emergencies may occur.

Units of Competency

HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Course Duration and Location

6

Course Fees

Please refer to fees on website.

Responsibility for Training

Vital Skills Training is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates. Please refer to the Student Handbook for further information on all student rights and obligations including complaints and appeals

Certification

A nationally-recognised Statement of Attainment will be issued to all successful participants by Vital Skills Training including the following units of competency: HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Learner Support

This course requires Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to interpret work instructions, complete online theory and record work outcomes. If you believe you do not possess the requisite LLN requirements for this course please refer to the Learner Support Services Policy or discuss your needs with our friendly team.

National Recognition

On successfully completing the training and assessment you will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the relevant units of competency. These units of competence are nationally recognised and provide individuals with a valuable outcome that is recognised throughout Australia.

Workshop Attendance

There is a compulsory face-to-face workshop component of this course. Students must attend a face-to-face assessment to be assessed in practical aspects of the course curriculum.

Work Placement

There is no requirement for work placement in this course.