RTO Entry Requirements

There are no minimum admission requirements for this unit, however applicants will require skills and knowledge to undertake the learning at this level e.g. a general command of spoken and written English to be able to perform reading for learning purposes, listening for learning purposes and following instructions.

Students must have the physical capacity to kneel on the floor to perform CPR.

Students preferring the blended online and face to face delivery require internet access and individual computer skills so they can access information and undertake relevant activities online.

Students need to enrol as FFS if they have been previously deemed competent in this unit but need to re-enrol and complete it again due to industry or employer requirements.

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On completion of this unit, learners may be able to use the unit for credit into relevant qualifications.

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Certification

Upon successful completion you will receive a Statement of Attainment in First Aid Skill Set.

Licensing, Legislation and Regulation Requirements

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) must be performed in accordance with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines:

•   First aid equipment must be operated according to manufacturer’s instructions

•   Statutory and/or organisational policies will apply to:

• Provision of first aid
• Infection control including use of standard precautions
• Safe manual handling techniques
• Duty of care requirements
• Record keeping
• Privacy and confidentiality of records and information
• Debriefing and stress management
• OH&S WHS

Administer medication in line with state/territory regulations, legislation and policies.