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HLTAID009 –
Provide cardiopulmonary
resuscitation

Course Outline:

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Course Code:

HLTAID009

Course Title:

Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Mode of Delivery:

e-Learning plus face-to-face classroom training and assessment. Includes practical training and demonstration.

Assessment methods:

Written, practical demonstration and scenario-based assessment

Duration:

Minimum of 4 hours with 2 hours of flexible online self-paced learning and 2 hours of face-to-face training including practical demonstrations. Note: Before attending the face-to-face training, students will need to complete their online / e-Learning which can be done in one sitting or over several sessions. Depending on the student’s learning ability, they should allow up to 2 hours for reading and e-Learning.

Certificate Valid:

12 months from the date on the Statement of Attainment (Annual renewal of CPR certification is recommended)

Course Fee:

$55

Note: every learner attending this course must have a physical ability to perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor. If you have a limitation that would affect your ability to complete the course, please call us at +617 3437 7500 to discuss prior to booking

Application

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This course describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines

The skills and knowledge gained from this course apply to all persons who may be required to provide CPR in Australia, including community and workplace settings.

Learners will gain the knowledge and confidence to perform CPR on an adult, child and infant, to describe alternative methods for delivering rescue breaths and how to manage a victim of drowning.

The course topics include the DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations, managing unconscious casualties, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using a defibrillator (AED).

TDT Training Australia offers this short course and issues AQF Statement of Attainment to successful candidates.

Course Content:

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FAQs

The practical aspects course takes between 3 and 5 hours to complete, there is also a self-paced theory component.
This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies involving someone unconscious or not breathing normally. Here’s a breakdown of the skills and knowledge covered in the course:
  • Recognising An emergency
  • Providing Basic Life Support
  • Using An Automated External Defibrillator
  • Communication And Reporting
  • Ongoing Care And Recovery
The HLTAID009 course typically includes a practical component to ensure participants can demonstrate their ability to provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation and respond effectively in emergencies.  This includes:
  • Scenario-based practice
  • Skill demonstrations
  • Group teamwork
  • Hands-on practice
  • Feedback and assessment
The assessment for the HLTAID009 course is through a theoretical knowledge assessment and a practical skills assessment.
While no certification is presented, they receive a Statement of Attainment, which holds more significance and can help boost your resume.
The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) recommends renewing your CPR skills every 12 months to stay current with the latest techniques and guidelines. First Aid certification needs to be renewed every 3 years.

Yes, the theory component is delivered online. Can the HLTAID009 course be tailored to specific workplace requirements?

It can be tailored to some extent to address specific workplace requirements in Australia, although the core CPR principles and techniques should remain universal.

There are several factors a workplace should consider when offering this course to employees, such as regulatory requirements, workplace risk assessment, and practical considerations.