Basic First Aid

Full Course    1 Day $85.00 (GST Exempt)

This course teaches participants how to provide basic First Aid in an emergency situation. Upon completion, participants will hold a First Aid certificate that’s valid for three years – however, it is recommended that CPR training is renewed annually. The course is delivered under the Australian Quality Training framework and is nationally recognised.

The course covers:

• The principles of First Aid and its application
• Perform a basic emergency care management assessment
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Recognition and management of patients with broken bones, dislocations, sprains and strains
• Recognition and management of patients suffering minor burns including sunburn
• Treatment of wounds, infection, shock, and bleeding
• Treatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stings
• Reporting of accidents

Accreditation:

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will obtain a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment and SLSWA Basic First Aid Certificate in the following units of competence:

• HLTCPR201A Perform CPR
• HLTFA201A Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Validity:

Basic First Aid is valid for 3 years. It is a recommendation of the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component is updated every 12 months