This qualification reflects the role of first medical response workers or volunteers who provide initial patient care. These people offer basic first aid and emergency responses in the pre-hospital/out-of-hospital environment.
This program has been designed to equip the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to enable them to carry out basic first aid, encompassing a variety of conditions or injuries. It offers a practical/hands-on approach to first aid to improve patient outcomes.
This program is delivered to existing workers who demonstrate extensive industry experience and knowledge in the industry. Existing workers seeking delivery under this program would hold roles such as emergency response team members, supervisors, labourers, tradespersons and health and safety officers within the industry areas.
Individuals completing this program are generally required by their workplace to undertake formalisation of their knowledge and skills as a workplace role requirement; or are required to continue to update or meet legislated or regulated industry requirements and sites standards as set by industry and their employer.
The existing workers undertaking this qualification will be able to demonstrate competency through a combination of training and recognition of prior learning.
By the end of this qualification, students will be able to:
Provide immediate first aid and basic emergency care in pre-hospital and out-of-hospital environments
Recognise and respond appropriately to a range of common injuries and medical conditions
Apply practical, hands-on first aid techniques to improve patient outcomes while awaiting further medical assistance
Follow workplace procedures, legislation and industry standards when delivering first medical response
Demonstrate effective decision-making and communication skills during emergency situations
Confirm and formalise existing first aid knowledge and skills through training and recognition of prior learning (RPL)
An individual undertaking this qualification will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
Online study options: The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.
Please note that enrolment in 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.
