HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Course Duration

Key Learning Objectives

• Recognize and respond to common medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, choking, and severe allergic reactions.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on adults, children, and infants.
• Manage airway obstructions and perform choking procedures.
• Administer first aid for bleeding, burns, and other injuries.
• Use automated external defibrillators (AEDs) safely and effectively.
• Communicate effectively with emergency services and other responders.

Potential Audience

• Workplace first aid officers.
• Teachers, childcare workers, and other professionals working with children.
• Individuals seeking to acquire essential life-saving skills for personal or professional reasons.
• Members of the general public interested in learning basic first aid and emergency response techniques.

Certification

• Successful completion of the course leads to the award of the HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support certificate, which is nationally recognized in Australia.
• Certification typically requires demonstrating competency in performing basic emergency life support techniques and responding appropriately to simulated emergency scenarios.

Renewal Requirements

• Certification in Basic Emergency Life Support usually requires renewal every 12 to 24 months, depending on the regulatory requirements and workplace policies.
• Renewal courses often involve a shorter duration of training focused on refreshing skills and updating knowledge on any changes in guidelines or best practices.

Further Study Options