HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is a nationally recognised unit designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in emergency situations. This essential training teaches participants how to respond quickly and effectively when someone experiences cardiac arrest, ensuring that life-saving actions can be taken before professional medical assistance arrives. The unit covers all aspects of administering CPR, including assessing the situation, providing chest compressions, and delivering rescue breaths.
Participants will learn how to recognise the signs of a cardiac emergency, such as unresponsiveness or abnormal breathing, and apply the DRSABCD action plan to manage the situation safely. The course emphasises the practical application of CPR techniques on both adults and infants, as well as the correct use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). This training is highly hands-on, giving learners the opportunity to practice these life-saving techniques in a simulated environment to build confidence and competence.
The HLTAID009 unit is suitable for individuals across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, fitness, and community services, or for anyone who wishes to be prepared in the event of a medical emergency. Upon successful completion, participants will have the ability to perform CPR in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines, making them valuable responders in emergency situations.
As a core unit for many workplace health and safety requirements, HLTAID009 is a crucial component of first aid training. The skills gained from this course can make a significant difference in saving lives, whether in a professional setting or within the community.
By the end of this unit, participants will be able to:
Recognise the signs of cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies requiring CPR
Apply the DRSABCD action plan to assess and manage emergency situations safely
Perform effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on adults and infants in line with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines
Deliver high-quality chest compressions and rescue breaths using correct techniques and ratios
Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and appropriately during a cardiac emergency
Continue CPR and provide appropriate care until professional medical assistance arrives
Participants must have the physical capacity to perform the practical demonstrations, such as 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and performing rescue breathing techniques on manikins.
Online study: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online/ pre-course studies.
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
This certificate has an industry recommended renewal period of 12 months.
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
Performance tasks and practical scenarios:
Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.
HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Refresher: Face to Face contact time of at least 1 Hour 30 Mins
Blended: Face to Face contact time of at least 1 Hour 30 Mins
Face-to-Face: Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment: Face to Face contact time of at least 20 mins
All Nationally Recognised Training conducted by Paradigm Medical Australia is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO number 90909
