Only $129

Senior First Aid Course

Level 2  |  WorkCover NSW Approved

Man practices first aid in a Senior First Aid Course

This express blended learning Senior First Aid Course is very popular. Topics cover many of the emergency situations likely to require first aid. In the portion of the training, you are taught how to provide first aid with confidence. The distance learning component can be completed on-line via e-learning or in the traditional way using pen and paper. Those that are time challenged find this method very convenient.

This course is suitable for anyone requiring a senior first aid certificate, especially relevant for employment opportunities such as Police, childcare, nursing for the elderly, teachers, workplace first aid, massage therapists, podiatrists, fitness instructors, physiotherapists, airline hosts and other healthcare professionals.

Course details

Purpose: Gain the confidence to deal with an adult or child casualty when help is required.

Course Format: 6 hours face-to-face training following completion of a workbook prior to attending the practical first aid session.

Assessment: Distance learning workbook, practical continuous assessments during face-to-face and a short theory exam.

Qualification issued: Statement of attainment - Apply Basic First Aid HLTFA1A in partial completion of HLT31002 certificate III in Health Support Services.

Certification: A4 display certificate plus a wallet card valid for three years from the date of issue. WorkCover NSW accreditation number FA02131

Pre-requisites: The student must be over the age of 14 at the completion of the course.

CPD Points: This course carries 75 points for the CPD Program in NSW

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

Topics covered

  • Eye and Head Injuries
  • Heart Related Problems
  • Hyperventilation
  • Hypothermia, Hyperthermia
  • Poisoning
  • Sprains, Strains and Bruising
  • Safety Issues at Home and at Work
  • Strokes or CVAs
  • Shock
  • Childbirth
  • Childhood Illness
  • Diving Emergencies
  • Multi-Casualty Situations
  • Traffic Accidents
  • Transport of the Injured
  • Assessing the Casualty
  • Unconscious Casualty
  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
  • Bandages and Slings, Fractures & Dislocations
  • Burns, Bites and Stings
  • Choking, Spinal Injuries
  • Fainting, Seizures and Febrile Convulsions
  • Bleeding – External
  • First Aid Principles
  • First Aid Hygiene and Infectious Diseases
  • What to do in an Emergency, Calling for Help
  • Abdominal Injuries, Chest Injuries
  • Allergic Reactions, Asthma
  • Diabetes
  • Drug Overdoses

Registration details

Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB) Registered Training Organisation number 90909 (Allens Training Pty Ltd) in partnership with Directions Health.

Private lessons can be arranged. Please phone for details.