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Overview
Explore our comprehensive HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Certificate course, blending interactive online modules with a practical, one-day in-person workshop.
This course covers critical first aid techniques and life support measures awaiting professional medical intervention, including effective management of casualties and situations, teamwork with other first aiders, the legal considerations of first aid, CPR methods, and identifying and addressing common health emergencies and injuries.
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Entry Requirements
To enroll in the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Certificate course, participants must:
- Be at least 14 years of age.
- Have a reasonable level of physical fitness to perform first aid maneuvers.
- Commit to attending all course sessions and actively participating in training activities.
- Provide proof of identity, such as a driver’s license or passport.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Certificate, which is nationally recognized and valid for three years. Certification renewal may be required to maintain current knowledge and skills.
Course Details
This course is ideal for individuals across various sectors, including educators, coaches, construction workers, office personnel, and anyone interested in acquiring first aid training course. No prior medical training is required.
Basic First Aid Principles
Introduction to first aid: Understand the importance of first aid and your role as a first aider.
Legal and ethical considerations: Learn about your legal responsibilities and ethical considerations when providing first aid.
Scene assessment: Acquire skills to assess the scene of an emergency and ensure safety for yourself and others.
Patient assessment: Learn how to assess an injured or ill person and prioritize care based on the severity of injuries or conditions.
Bleeding and Wound Management
Control of bleeding: Acquire skills to control external bleeding using direct pressure, elevation, and pressure dressings.
Wound care: Learn how to clean and dress wounds to prevent infection and promote healing.
Fractures, Sprains, and Strains
Recognition and management of fractures: Learn to identify signs and symptoms of fractures and provide appropriate first aid.
Treatment of sprains and strains: Understand how to manage soft tissue injuries using R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) principles.
Medical Emergencies
Recognition and management of medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, seizures, and allergic reactions.
Administration of emergency medications such as epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) for anaphylaxis.
Vocational Placement
Exciting opportunities await! Admissions are now open for the upcoming semester. Apply today and take the first step towards achieving your educational and career goals.
Resource & Skills Requirement
- A functional laptop/computer (Windows or Mac) with currently supported version of Windows or Mac Operating System
- Computer/laptop installed Microsoft office 2010 or above
- In-built speaker & microphone or external headsets
- Internet
- Smart phone
- Email address
- Backup device (USB/External hard drive) and/or cloud storage
Computer/Digital Skills:
A significant portion of the course is completed through online learning hence students are expected to have the following computer/digital skills:
- File Management: create and manage computer files (Microsoft Office, PDF documents, audio, video files etc.) including how to find, download, copy, rename, recover, print, scan and organise your files.
- Use of internet and email (including selecting and using web browsers and usin g email).
- Use of cloud storage solutions (For e.g. Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive).