HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid

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 procedures:

> The unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise.

> 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.

• Performing at least 2 minutes of ventilation and at least 2 minutes of compression during a two-rescuer procedure on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.

• Following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock.

• Responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting.

• Demonstrating a rotation of operators with minimal interruptions to compressions

> 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

• Envenomation, using pressure immobilisation

• Fractures, dislocations, sprains and strains, using appropriate immobilisation techniques

• Minor wound cleaning and dressing

• Nosebleed

• Shock

• Life threatening bleeding requiring use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings (Note: confronting videos depicting both simulated and real-world application of first aid procedures will be shown in class. Students will be required to demonstrate competency using manikins and trainer devices in the classroom, simulating real-world techniques and practices).

> Responded to at least two simulated first aid incidents, one medical and one trauma 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) as required.

• Conducting a secondary survey assessment.

• Assessing vital signs respirations, pulse, temperature.

• Level of consciousness.

• Providing appropriate first aid treatment.

• Conveying incident details to emergency services or advising casualty on any required post-incident action.

• Providing an accurate verbal and written report of the incident.

• Reviewing the incident.

> Coordinated a team of people to respond to a multiple casualty incident, including:

• Conducting a basic triage.

• Demonstrating effective use of resources.

• Demonstrating effective planning techniques.

• Moving casualties using suitable extraction method and device and safe manual handling techniques.

Students must demonstrate the knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

> Guidelines and procedures including:

• ARC guidelines relevant to the provision of first aid to infants, children and adults.

• First aid guidelines from Australian national peak clinical bodies.

• Potential incident hazards and risk minimisation processes when providing first aid.

• Infection control procedures, including use of standard precautions and resuscitation barrier devices.

• Requirements for currency of skill and knowledge.

• First aid codes of practice.

• Appropriate workplace or site procedures relevant to the provision of first aid.

• Contents of first aid kits.

> Legal, workplace and community considerations, including:

• Duty of care requirements.

• Own skills and limitations.

• Consent and how it relates to the conscious and unconscious casualty.

• Privacy and confidentiality requirements.

• Awareness of potential need for stress management techniques and available support for rescuers.

> In relation to the administration of medication:

• Legal requirements

• The five rights

• The responsibilities of the first aider

> Considerations when providing CPR, including:

• Upper airway and effect of positional change.

• Appropriate duration and cessation of CPR.

• Appropriate use of an AED.

• Safety and maintenance procedures for an AED.

• Chain of survival.

• How to access emergency services.

> Techniques for providing CPR to adults, children and infants including:

• How to recognise that a casualty is unconscious and not breathing normally.

• Rate, ratio and depth of compressions and ventilations.

• Correct hand positioning for compressions.

• Basic anatomy, physiology and the differences between adults, children and infants relating to CPR.

> Considerations when providing first aid, including:

• Assessment, interpretation and documentation of vital signs, including normal clinical values for respirations, temperature, pulse and level of consciousness

• How to conduct a secondary assessment of a casualty

• Basic triage processes

• Procedures for dealing with casualties who are aged or infirm

• Procedures for first aid management when dealing with major and minor accidents in the workplace or site

• Procedures when providing first aid to children

• Use of ancillary first aid equipment

• Co-ordination of resources

• Contents of first aid kits

> Signs, symptoms and management of the following conditions or injuries:

• Abdominal injuries

• Allergic reaction

• Anaphylaxis

• Asthma

• Non-life-threatening bleeding

• Life-threatening bleeding including use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings

• Burns

• Cardiac conditions, including chest pain

• Childbirth

• Choking

• Crush injuries

• Diabetes

• Drowning

• Ear injuries and bleeding from the ear

• Envenomation - all current treatments

• Eye injuries

• Fractures, dislocations, strains and sprains

• Head, neck and spinal injuries

• Hypothermia

• Hyperthermia

• Minor wounds

• Nose-bleed

• Poisoning

• Seizures

• Shock

• Sharps injuries

• Stroke

• Substance misuse, including prescription and illicit drugs and alcohol

• Psychological impacts of first aid incidents on rescuers and how to seek help.

The course is delivered over 2 days in a blended format, combining online and face-to-face simulated classroom-based learning, with a 3-hour in-class practical session, trainer-led scenarios and practical demonstrations.

This mixed-mode delivery requires participants to complete the online learning modules and assessments via the online learning management system (LMS) before attending the 3-hour practical session.

Your online learning and language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test must be completed and submitted electronically at least 48 hours before your practical training day. Please ensure you complete the LLN test before starting your online assessment.

Participants who have not completed the online learning and assessment beforehand will not be permitted to attend the class.

The online learning and assessment component typically takes 8–12 hours to complete, depending on your skill level.

*Note: Students must bring their smartphones, tablets, and/or laptops to complete some activities virtually. Please discuss options for support with our administration staff upon enrolment.

• This is an EXPRESS course. We require candidates to complete an LLN test prior to attending practical training. This includes digital literacy, as you will need to be proficient in basic computer use.

• First Aid is about dealing with real-life situations that may involve you and close family or friends. The training will expose you to some conditions and scenarios that could be confronting. So, we ask that you come prepared to face situations that can be challenging for some.

• First Aid scenarios and practice can be physically demanding on the back and knees, especially while performing CPR, so please advise staff if you have physical restrictions. Also, please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing on the day.

• Individuals with disabilities, including those who use a wheelchair or have other mobility requirements that may affect their participation in these activities, are encouraged to contact us before enrolling to discuss their specific needs and arrange reasonable adjustments.

• Candidates must be at least 15 years of age to attend first aid at this level. For individuals under 18, a parent or guardian must consent to your enrolment by accepting our terms and conditions and signing on your behalf.

• International students are accepted into this course.

• USI (Unique Student Identifier) is required. From 1 January 2015, every student who undertakes nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia is required to have a USI - www.usi.gov.au.

• $199 tuition fee.

• All learning materials included, no additional costs.

• Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) is not available for this course.

• As this is a short course, we do not accept deposits to secure a place on the course, we require full payment prior to commencing.

• On successful completion of the training, you will receive a digital Statement of Attainment for HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid (including HLTAID009 Provide CPR & HLTAID011 Provide first aid).

Total Cost: $199