Provide First Aid

First aid training provides simple advice on how to manage emergency situations and explains first aid techniques and treatments for the most commonly encountered illnesses and injuries.

Duration: 2 days

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Course Outline

A first aid course is invaluable when you consider that it could make the difference to someone’s life or death. The time and money it costs to complete a first aid course is priceless.

First aid training provides simple advice on how to manage emergency situations and explains first aid techniques and treatments for the most commonly encountered illnesses and injuries.

Accidents happen without warning but with first aid training and first aid supplies you will be able to care for a stranger, family member or close friend who requires assistance.

Course Subjects

Assess an emergency situation
DRSABCD action plan and recovery position
Causes and management of the unconscious patient
Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Minor wounds and application of infection control procedures
Manage external bleeding and shock
Burns and electric shock
Eye injuries and soft tissue injuries
Head, chest and abdominal injuries
Manage a casualty suffering extremes of temperature
Venomous bites and stings and allergic reactions
Spinal injuries and fractures

Course Prerequisites

There are no restrictions on entry to this course however students are required to have sufficient numeracy and literacy skills to read and comprehend instructions.

Units of Competency

Participants who successfully complete all components of the course will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the HLTAID011 Provide first aid, HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support and HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation units of competency.

Course Assessment

You will be assessed throughout the course to show your instructor that you have an appropriate understanding of the procedures necessary to manage a life-threatening situation. Eagle Training Services uses scenarios to demonstrate how to assess the scene of an accident and how to assess the casualty to determine if their condition is life threatening. In these mock situations you are required to use the knowledge you have learnt and administer immediate first aid to help the casualty survive.

Course Delivery

Training occurs at Eagle Training Services training facilities located in Darwin & Alice Springs. Participants undertake the course in comfortable, air-conditioned classrooms with the latest IT and audiovisual capabilities. Students are supported through the provision of high quality learning materials and resources.

Metro and remote onsite delivery is also available if you have a suitable venue.

Confirmation of Enrolment

Payment in full or provision of a purchase order is required to secure a course.

For cancellations/refunds a minimum of 3 business days notice must be provided to Eagle Training Services prior to the commencement of the scheduled course to enable re-allocation of your place to another participant, otherwise the full course fee will be payable. Replacements are allowed provided they have Eagle Training Services approval before the start of training and course prerequisites are met.

Welfare and Support Services

Eagle Training Services provides welfare and support services within its professional capacity. Clients should identify existing needs prior to enrolment so that appropriate arrangements are made. Where additional support is required, the client will be referred to a specialist agency to access appropriate support. Eagle Training Services has a documented policy regarding access and equity.

Clothing Requirements

It is recommended that students do not wear skirts or dresses due to the nature of the practical exercises conducted throughout the training.