Previously known as Perform CPR (HLTCPR211A), this course is now titled HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation and is designed to teach Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Guidelines and assess that the attendee has sufficient confidence to know when and how CPR should be applied.

This accredited course may be delivered and qualification issued by HealthCorp (RTO 91222) or Allens Training (RTO 90909) 

* Training and Assessment delivered on behalf of HealthCorp - RTO 91222 - for Company courses

** Training and Assessment delivered on behalf of  Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909 - for Public courses

HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation 

Course Details

• Methods for determining the need for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Technique for applying CPR
• Defibrillation Demonstration
• Practical Assessment

Participants will be required to perform at least four minutes of uninterrupted CPR on both an infant and adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor, demonstrating the following techniques on each:

• checking for response and normal breathing
• recognising abnormal breathing
• opening and clearing the airway
• using correct hand location, compression depth rate in line with the ARC recommended ratio of compressions and ventilations
• acting in the event of regurgitation or vomiting
• following single rescuer procedure, including the demonstration of a rotation of operators with minimal interruptions to compressions
• following prompts of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Fee

Course fee includes course materials and refreshments. Free off street parking is available.

Delivery

Training is delivered face to face incorporating theory and practical activities and assessments, plus completion of a pre-course online eBook containing 30 multiple choice questions.

Prerequisite

Participants will be required to complete pre-course work online for this course. You will receive an email "invitation" following your registration which will provide you with details on how to enrol through our partner site.

For the eBook version

After your enrolment you will be required to complete your pre-course work prior to attending the course. To complete this you will need to log in to your student portal by visiting: https://partner100040.trainingdesk.com.au and enter your email address and password. If you have not previously set a password this can be done by clicking the "forgot password" button and entering your email address. You will also find information relating to your upcoming booking in your student portal.

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Conditions

• Participants MUST provide a USI number to the trainer on the day of training. Failure to provide this will mean that certification on completion of the course cannot be issued
• Current Driver’s Licence or Photo ID required for all participants as Evidence of Identity
• If you are re-certifying, you must bring evidence of your previous Certification such as your wallet size card or original certificate. This must be presented to your trainer on the day. For re-certification, your qualification cannot be expired. Proof of currency is always required to be submitted (allowance for 'just expired' may be made depending on the trainer).

Award and Recognition

Successful participants will be awarded the following National Unit of Competency

• HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  

Participants will be issued with an electronic certificate.

If participants wish to have an issue of paper certificates and/or wallet cards this may be at an additional cost and also attracts a postage and handling fee.

The Australian Resuscitation Council recommends that CPR is renewed every 12 months in line with the First Aid Code of Conduct. Furthermore industry or employer requirements may stipulate re-certification time frames.

USI

From 1st January 2015, when enrolling in a Nationally Recognised training course you will need to obtain and provide your Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number. Certificates cannot be issued until the USI number has been provided. 

Student Written Agreement https://www.allenstraining.com.au/students/student-information.aspx