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Australian First Aid SENIOR FIRST AID COURSE
Mixed Mode (only 1 day face to face)
This course is innovative in that the
theory may be done either online or by a workbook. Then
the participant attends an 8 hour practical day.
Course Validity
Valid Australia Wide
Purpose
The aim of this course is to develop a student’s
competence and confidence in providing emergency first
aid. This includes calling for help, the ability to
respond to first aid situations, casualty assessment,
decision-making, and basic life support functions
including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). This course covers
adult and child conditions.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for anyone requiring a first
aid certificate for the workplace, recreational purposes,
sporting, or home use.
Format
This course is conducted in mixed-mode, with theory
completed via a workbook and 6hrs in class practical and
final theory assessment.
Prerequisites
Be at least 14 years of age by the last scheduled
session of the course.
Qualification issued
Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment - Senior First Aid
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Legislative Authorisations
Conforms to the requirements of Victoria Occupational
Heath & Safety Authority First Aid in the Workplace Code
of Practice, 1995
Approved under the South Australian Occupational
Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations, 1995 - Department
of Administration and Information Services – Workplace
Services
Approved by WorkCover Authority NSW
Learning Objectives
- Apply Life Support Skills
- Apply First Aid Management Skills for burns
- Demonstrate the identification and management of
bleeding and wounds.
- Describe the recognition and management of internal
bleeding
- Manage an Emergency (Basic)
- Apply First Aid Management for bone and joint
injuries
- Manage Emergency Situations
- Apply First Aid Management skills for bites, stings
and poisoning.
- Manage an acute illness
- Describe the recognition and management of an eye
injury
- Manage Hyperthermia & Hypothermia.
- Describe the basic structure and function of the
human body.
- Apply First Aid Management skills for chest,
abdominal, pelvic and head injuries
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Course Length
Approximately 8 hours
(face to face)
Participants
generally commence the workbook component 2 weeks
prior to the practical.
Requirements for Successful Course Completion
- Attendance at all sections of the course is
required.
- Active participation in group activities and
discussions involved in the training program .
- Successfully complete progressive practical
assessments. Progressive assessment of the competencies
will be conducted throughout the course.
- Successfully complete a multiple-choice theoretical
assessment at the end of the course.
Certificate Validity
Legislative approval valid for years (3) years from the
completion date.
It is recommended that cardiopulmonary resuscitation
skills are refreshed annually.
Participant Materials
- Manual
- A4 Certificate
- Plastic wallet certificate
Recommended Class Size
Minimum: 6
Maximum: 20
Notes
Due to the practical components of the course,
participants are advised to wear comfortable casual
attire.
3 yearly re-certification.
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