In this course, you will learn the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with first aid guidelines.
HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support is trained in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
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Course Code:
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HLTAID010
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Course Title:
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Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
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Mode of Delivery:
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Blended
Online learning plus face-to-face classroom training and assessment
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Duration:
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This is a blended course with self-paced online learning and face-to-face training. Before attending the face-to-face training, students will need to complete their online learning.
Online learning will take approximately 2 – 4 hours. Face-to-face training and assessment will take 2 hours in a classroom environment.
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Pre-requisite
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We deliver our courses in a blended/mixed mode delivery. This requires completing an online pre-course assessment before attending the practical session.
The assessment workbook must be completed, along with your LLN assessment, at least 24 hours before attending the training day where you implement your practical skills.
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Assessment:
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Written, scenario-based, and practical assessments.
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Age Requirements:
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Minimum age is 15 Years
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Certificate Provided:
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HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support valid for 36 months (3 years)
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Potential Job Roles
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Potential job roles on completion of this program include:
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Disability Support Worker: First aid skills are essential when working with vulnerable individuals.
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Palliative Care Support Worker: These roles often require first aid training to handle emergencies.
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Aged Care Worker: First aid knowledge is crucial for caring for elderly residents prone to falls and health emergencies.
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Early Childhood Educator: First aid certification is often mandatory for those working with young children.
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School Staff: Teachers and other school personnel need to be prepared for emergencies that may occur in educational settings.
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Childcare Provider: This includes roles like nannies, babysitters, and day-care workers.
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Coach or Athletic Trainer: CPR and first aid skills are crucial when working with athletes.
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Fitness Instructor: Many gyms require their staff to have first aid training.
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Outdoor Activity Leader: First aid skills are vital for those working in adventure sports, camping, or travel companies.
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Lifeguard: First aid and CPR are essential skills for this water safety role.
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Security Guard: First aid training is often required for those in security positions.
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Firefighter: While more advanced training is typically required, basic life support is a fundamental skill.
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Flight Attendant: Cabin crew members often need first aid certification to handle in-flight emergencies.
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Construction Worker: First aid skills are valuable in this high-risk work environment.
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Electrician: Due to potential workplace hazards, first aid knowledge is beneficial in this field.
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Pre-requisite for study toward Nursing qualifications
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Course Fees
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This is a short course and we require full payment before commencement of training.
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Cost: $50
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All learning materials are included, and there are no additional costs.
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Course Overview
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
The course is fully accredited and nationally recognised training, and upon completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support.
This qualification is considered the industry standard for a range of workplace roles and employment categories, including the Police Force, Corrective Services, Ambulance Service and/or study Nursing.
It is the minimum qualification for workplace First Aid Officers if you are being appointed to that role and now a pre-requisite for Security Officer training.
What will I learn?
In this course you will learn how to:
1. Respond to an emergency situation.
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Recognise and assess an emergency situation
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Ensure safety for self, bystanders, and casualty
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Assess the casualty and recognise the need for first aid response
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Seek assistance from emergency services
2. Perform CPR procedures
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Perform CPR in line with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
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Provide first aid in accordance with established first aid principles
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Display respectful behaviour towards casualty
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Obtain consent from casualty where possible.
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Use available resources and equipment to make the casualty as comfortable as possible
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Operate first aid equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions
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Monitor the casualty’s condition and respond in accordance with first aid principles
3. Communicate details of the incident
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Accurately convey incident details to emergency services
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Report details of incidents in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures
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Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies
4. Review the incident
Certificate Issued
Students who successfully complete their HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support course and are marked competent will receive a certificate.
The student must have provided a verified USI (Unique Student Identifier) and completed all requirements of this course.
Career Calling Education is a Registered Training Organisation No. 45459
This course is accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).
Is this course suitable for me?
This course is for students with existing first aid experience or for those who are new to first aid and comfortable learning in a blended delivery setting.
Participants must have the physical capacity to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor.
First Aid is about dealing with real-life situations that may involve you, colleagues, family, or friends. The training will expose you to conditions and scenarios that can be confronting. So, we ask that you come prepared to face situations that may be challenging for some.
First Aid scenarios and practice can be physically demanding on your back and knees, especially while performing CPR, so please advise staff if you have any physical restrictions. Also, please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing on the training day.
We prefer that candidates are at least 15 years of age when attending first aid training. Please be aware that if you are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign and accept responsibility for your enrolment.
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
If you have a limitation that would affect your ability to complete the course, please call to discuss this before booking.
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