Provide First Aid

This course will provide you with the ability to recognise basic signs and symptoms of various illnesses and injury and subsequent provision of appropriate treatment or assistance.

Successful candidates will receive a Statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the HLT Health Training Package:

  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Introduction:

Suitable for new learners and people wanting reaccreditation. In this course you will learn the necessary skills to Provide First Aid. Additionally‚ this course includes Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation component.

Target Audience:

Participants must read and accept the terms and conditions of Royal Life Saving - SA‚ which includes the details for refunds, cancellations and course transfers. This is located on the website the Terms & Conditions

Prerequisites

There is no prior learning required for the full course. It is recommended that candidates are 14 in the calendar year they attempt the course.
 

Learning Outcomes:

Learning Methods:

Theory

  • Legal Aspects of First Aid
  • Respiration and Circulation
  • Resuscitation
  • Victim Assessment
  • Shock, Fainting and Anaphylaxis
  • Breathing Emergencies (including asthma, choking, drowning, hyperventilation)
  • Cardiac & Medical Conditions
  • Traumatic Injury
  • Overexposure to Heat and Cold
  • Poisoning, Venomous Bites and Stings
  • Workplace First Aid

Practical

  • Resuscitation (2 minutes of CPR on the ground - Adult; 2 minutes of CPR at tablet height - infant)
  • Bandaging
  • Slings and splints
  • Micro session scenarios

Program Benefits:

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