HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation course enables participants to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform CPR in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines.

There are currently no openings available for this course.

certfication

On successfully completing the training and assessment, participants will obtain a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment in the following unit of competency:

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

NOTE: This unit of competency has a requirement that the participants must be able to demonstrate a minimum of 2min of CPR on a manikin placed on the floor as part of the assessment.

Course Outline

Respond to an emergency situation

  • Recognise and assess an emergency situation
  • Ensure safety for self, bystanders and casualty
  • Assess the casualty and recognise the need for (CPR)
  • Seek assistance from emergency services

Perform CPR procedures

  • Perform CPR
  • Display respectful behaviour towards casualty
  • Operate automated external defibrillator (AED) according to manufacturer’s instructions

Communicate details of the incident

  • Accurately convey incident details to emergency response services
  • Report details of incident to workplace supervisor as appropriate
  • Maintain confidentiality of records and information in line with statutory and/or organisational policies

Review the incident

  • Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required.
  • Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required

 

Download your Participant Handbook here.