HLTAID003 Provide First Aid Camberwell

Information about this unit:

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Specific licensing requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training, should be obtained from the relevant state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authority.

Target audience:

Those who are required to provide an emergency first aid response in a workplace.

Prerequisite:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Award issued:

• HLTAID003 Provide first aid
• HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• HLTFA311A Apply first aid

Initial Course duration:

Mixed Mode: Completion of pre-course study plus 5.5 hours practical training

Course durations, as mentioned above, are reflective of group sizes of between 4 and 15 participants. If there are less students in a group, you may find course duration reduced by a maximum of 10%. If a class size exceeds 15 participants it may therefore also be necessary to increase course duration depending on the number of participants.

Course Requirements:

It is a requirement of this course that you are physically capable of performing uninterrupted CPR for at least 2 minutes on a CPR manikin placed on the floor.

Recertification Requirements:

It is recommended this unit be renewed every 3 years in line with industry standards

Pre course study options:

There are a few different options for completing your pre-course study. 

We recommend our First Aid News Video as it is the most convenient

The pre course study includes a short self assessment knowledge quiz. You must take the completed paper with you to the training course.