Short Course in CPR
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Course Description
This Nationally Recognised CPR course teaches the skills and knowledge required to perform CPR in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. It applies to all persons who may be required or would like to be skilled to provide CPR in a workplace, community or their own home.
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, combines chest compressions and rescue breaths to maintain oxygen flow to the brain and other vital organs until advanced care is available. It is a critical skill that buys time in cardiac arrest situations.
Course Highlights
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Online pre-work on our interactive eLearning system.
- 2 hours face-to-face classroom and assessment time.
- Engaging expert trainers with real-life and industry experience.
- Hands on, fun learning environment with scenarios and group activities.
Application & Relevance
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform CPR in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. It applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a workplace or community setting.
Entry Requirements
There are no prerequisite units. Participants will need the ability to meet the physical demands of providing resuscitation. 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 provides the skills and knowledge to provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Topics Include:
• Introduction to first aid principles
• Assessing a cardiac arrest
• Airway and breathing management
• Performing chest compressions
• Administering rescue breaths
• Infection control procedures
• Resuscitation techniques
• Using a defibrillator Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• AED maintenance
Units of Competency
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Course Duration and Location
This is a blended course with self-paced e-Learning and face-to-face training and assessment. Before attending for face-to-face, students should complete their e-Learning. eLearning | 2 hours Face to Face Assessment | 2 Hours. For locations of practical assessments contact us or click book now for available locations.
Course Fees
Please refer to fees on website.
Responsibility for Training
LivCor 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 including the following units of competency: HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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
