HLTFA301B-Apply First Aid
Formerly known as Senior First Aid, this unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. This unit incorporates the content of units HLTCPR201A Perform CPR and HLTFA201A Provide Basic Emergency Life Support.
* Access Training Institute is a licensed Training Partner of Australian First Aid P/L, NTIS No.3586.
How is the course delivered?
The course can be conducted using the online/workbook* method or a total face-to-face scenario.
Prerequisites Read more >
Nil*
*Note: the online/workbook method requires the theory component of the course to be completed prior to the practical day.
Course Duration
- Online/Workbook method- 6 hours
- Face-to-Face- 14 hours
Competencies to be achieved during the training: Read more >
At the successful completion of this course you will be able to:
1. Assess an emergency situation
2. Maintain the airway, breathing and circulation of an unconscious casualty
3. Administer First Aid for Minor Wounds & Apply Infection Control Procedures
4. Manage a casualty with external bleeding
5. Manage a casualty suffering from shock
6. Administer First Aid for Burns & Electric Shock
7. Administer First Aid for Eye & Soft Tissue Injuries
8. Manage a casualty suffering Near Drowning/Drowning
9. Manage a casualty suffering Head / Chest / Abdominal Injuries
10. Manage a casualty suffering Extremes of Temperature
11. Administer First Aid for Venomous Bites & Stings and Allergic Reactions
12. Administer First Aid for Spinal Injuries & Fractures
13. Determine Principles for the Assessment and Movement of the Sick & Injured & First Aid Recording Requirements
14. Explain the legal and social responsibilities of a first aider
15. Determine first aid facilities and training requirements
Assessment Procedure: Read more >
You will be assessed at the end of the course to show your instructor that you have an appropriate understanding of the procedures necessary to manage a life-threatening situation.
This will consist of:
- Theory Assessment
- Practical Demonstrations
You must prove your competency for each section to qualify for a certificate.
Investment:
- Apply First Aid $145* (excluding GST) valid for 3 years
- Apply First Aid Recertification $110 (excluding GST)
*Price is reduced to $130 if done within another course
Group discounts for 15 or more apply
NOTE: From 30 June 2009 all WorkCover NSW Senior First Aid courses will cease to operate and only Nationally Recognised Apply First Aid (HLTFA301B) courses will be available to receive appropriate first aid qualifications in NSW.
