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Advanced First Aid Course

HLTFA402C   | Apply Advanced First Aid

Man practices first aid in a Senior First Aid Course

This is a very interesting and challenging course is suitable for all First Aiders looking to improve their skills and those that must have this qualification for their employment. An example may be a workplace First Responder

 

Course details

Purpose: Gain further knowledge and first aid skills on an adult or child casualty when help is required. This unit deals with the provision of advanced first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance, and provision of support to other providers.

Course Format: 7 hours face-to-face training

Assessment: practical continuous assessments during face-to-face and a short theory exam.

Qualification issued:
Students who successfully complete this nationally recognised training will be awarded the statement of attainment: HLTFA402C Apply Advanced First Aid
Certificate valid for 3 years as per industry standard. However, a refresher course is recommended every 12 months for the content of the unit HLTFA404B Apply advanced resuscitation techniques, which is built in to this course. This ensures currency of Advanced Resuscitation skills and knowledge of equipment.

Students who successfully completed this qualification may be eligible for entry into further study such as:
Certificate II in Emergency Medical Service First Response

Certification: A4 display certificate plus a wallet card valid for three years from the date of issue.

Pre-requisites:
HLTFA301C

Standards: The course complies with policy advice from the Australian Resuscitation Council

Practical Topics covered

  • Demonstrate how to effectively use oxygen equipment & safe storage of pressurised gases
  • Demonstrate how to provide an effective casualty assessment and appropriate treatments
  • Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques
  • Demonstrate the application of effective management of infection control guidelines
  • Demonstrate consideration for the casualty and shoe effective communication skills
  • Demonstrate how you can show leadership in a first aid situation
  • Safe Manual handling procedures
  • Examination of a conscious casualty

Other Topics covered

Ability to:

  • Manage specific injuries/illnesses and conditions as identified in the Range Statement for this competency unit
  • Conduct an initial casualty assessment
  • Plan an appropriate first aid response in line with established first aid principles, policies and procedures, ARC Guidelines and/or State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies and industry requirements and respond appropriately to contingencies in line with own skills
  • Apply advanced resuscitation techniques as per HLTFA404A Apply advanced resuscitation techniques
  • Use a range of first aid equipment as outlined in the Range Statement
  • Demonstrate the application of first aid principles
  • Comply with OHS legislation
  • Provide assistance with self-medication as per subject’s own medication regime and in line with State/Territory legislation, regulations and policies and any available medical/pharmaceutical instructions
  • Administer medication in line with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies and any available medical/pharmaceutical instructions
  • Demonstrate: - safe manual handling - adequate infection control procedures - consideration of the welfare of the casualty - safe storage and handling procedures for pressurised gases
  • Prepare a written incident report or provide information to enable preparation of an incident report
  • Interpret and use listed documents
  • Communicate effectively and assertively and show leadership in an incident
  • Make prompt and appropriate decisions relating to managing an incident in the workplace
  • Use literacy and numeracy skills as required to read, interpret and apply guidelines and protocols
  • Call an ambulance and/or medical assistance according to relevant circumstances and report casualty’s condition

Registration details

Contact Directions Health on (02) 94863120 during business hours for further questions or enrol online

Course conducted under the auspices and in partnership with Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB) Registered Training Organisation number 90909 (Allens Training Pty Ltd).

Private lessons can be arranged. Please phone for details.