This unit of study consists of gaining skills and knowledge to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. This course is Nationally Accredited.
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded Swinburne University of Technology Nationally Accredited certification. This qualification is valid for one year.
Duration
3 Hours*
Pricing
- Set course fee for groups of up to 10 participants is $450.00, add $40.00 per person for participant numbers >10
(maximum 20 persons per course)
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Skills and knowledge
Knowledge and skills developed in this unit include:
Knowledge:
- Basic anatomy and physiology relating to performing CPR
- Procedures for performing CPR
- State and territory regulatory requirements, ARC Guidelines and accepted industry practice relating to currency of skill and knowledge
- How to access ambulance/medical assistance and/or emergency response support
- Understanding of the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), including when to use and when not to
- Privacy and confidentiality requirements
- Chain of survival
- Need to be culturally aware, sensitive and respectful
- Duty of care requirements
- Relevant workplace hazards
- Infection control principles and procedures, including use of standard precautions
- Own skills and limitations
- Awareness of stress management techniques and available support
Skills:
- Assess vital signs of casualty
- Demonstrate correct procedures for performing CPR using a manikin, including standard precautions
- Call an ambulance
- Call for medical assistance
- Identify and minimise hazards to health and safety of self and others in the immediate workplace or community environment
- Report details of incident and CPR as provided
- Use infection control procedures, including standard precautions
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