Senior First Aid Refresher

Course: Senior First Aid Ref
Code: HLTFA301C – Apply First Aid

This course provides the participant with the knowledge and skill to confidently recognise and respond to an emergency situation requiring first aid.  The course is designed for individuals or organisations according to workplace or community first aid policy and procedures.

Content

• Principles of First Aid including legal issues
• Infectious Diseases and Hygiene
• Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Management of the Conscious and Unconscious casualties
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
• AED
• Airway Management
• Bleeding
• Shock recognition and treatment
• Burn types and treatment
• Fractures and Soft Tissue Injuries
• Head Injuries 
• Eye and Ear Injuries 
• Chest, Pelvic and Spinal Injuries
• Diabetes, Epilepsy, Stroke, Asthma, Anaphylaxis
• Heart conditions 
• Extremes of heat and cold
• Poisons, Bites and Stings

Prerequisite:
Current Senior First Aid statement of attainment

Valid:
3 years

Duration:
8 hours face-to-face training

Includes:
Nationally accredited statement of attainment

Course Accreditation:
The course is nationally recognised through inclusion on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). 

SafeWork SA approved