First Aid Courses

HLTAID011/HLTAID009

National Accredited First Aid Training

Course Description

This workshop provides the knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. It is suitable for those who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Entry Requirements

Students must be at least 14 years old and will be asked to undertake a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy test prior to attending the course to meet ACSF level 3.

The assessment criteria require students to demonstrate the ability to correctly perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on an adult manikin placed on the floor. If you have a limitation that would affect your ability to complete the course, please contact our office to discuss options before booking.

How much does it cost?

The course fee is $65.

For the refund policy, please visit our website

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Course Duration/Mode of Delivery

This program is delivered as a blended mixed-mode program that includes classroom study and independent learning.

Before attending the one-day (9 AM—3 PM) workshop, students must complete their pre-class assessment, which can be done in one sitting or over time. Depending on the student’s learning ability, they should allow up to 6 hours for reading resources and completing the pre-class assessment.

Course contents

The following two modules are included in this course:

1. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

2. HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
It applies to persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations,
including community and workplace settings.

The following topics are covered:

  • Recognise and assess an emergency situation
  • Ensure safety for self, bystanders, and casualty
  • Seek assistance from emergency services
  • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines
  • Provide first aid in accordance with established first aid principles
  • Manage the casualty in a respectful manner
  • Obtain consent from casualty where possible
  • Use available resources and equipment to make the casualty as comfortable as possible
  • Operate first aid equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions
  • Monitor the condition of the casualty and respond in accordance with first aid principles
  • Accurately convey incident details to emergency services
  • Report details of incidents in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures
  • Complete applicable workplace or site documentation, including incident report form
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies
  • Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required
  • Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required

Assessment

Witten, practical and scenario-based assessment.

Recommended renewal period

The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) recommends:

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation – renew every 12 months (1 year)

HLTAID011 provide first aid – review every 36 months (3 years)

Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer

Usually not applicable for this course but please consult with Quest staff if you wish to apply.

Useful Link

A number of useful links and organisations prospective Community carers need to be familiar with include:

National Training Register – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

National Training Register – HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Student Grievances and Appeals Policy

Quest Training Solutions is committed to providing an effective, efficient, timely, fair and confidential grievance handling procedure for all Students.

This policy is available on our website

https://questsolutions.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Student-Grievances-and-Appeals-Policy.pdf

How can I enrol in this course?

Please email our office (info@questsolutions.com.au) or call 02 6253 0588. We can arrange enrolment via online form or in person.

We can let you know our next available class.

Where are we?

Our office is located at Unit 12, 7 Beissel St, Belconnen ACT 2617.

We do not have on-site parking, but plenty of 2-hour parking spots are on the street.

You can contact us via email at info@questsolutions.com.au or call 02 6253 0588 with any queries.