Combining AED and Advanced Resuscitation

HLTFA404A: Apply Advanced Resuscitation Techniques
Course This unit should be assessed after completing HLTFA301B Apply First Aid. Participants must provide a copy of a current Apply First Aid certification if not completed with First Aid Alive.
Objective To provide participants with training in advanced first aid resuscitation techniques, life support and management of casualty(s) until the arrival of medical or other assistance.
Assessment Advanced Resuscitation has both practical and theoretical elements, where participants demonstrate procedures of techniques used and exhibit the necessary knowledge on administering advanced first aid.
Content
  • Legal responsibilities and duty of care
  • Chain of Survival
  • Applying appropriate resuscitation techniques including:
    • Oxygen in resuscitation and oxygen therapy
    • Bag valve mask resuscitation device
    • AED (automated external defibrillator)
    • Mechanical and oxygen powered suction devices
    • Oropharyngeal airways
  • Care and Storage of Oxygen Cylinders
  • Safety issues relating to the AED
  • Maintenance and Use of the AED
Length Approximately 4 - 6 hours.
Validity The Statement of Attainment remains valid for one year from the completion date.

Fees (Per Person)


Special discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.

Course fees are GST free in accordance with a Private Ruling obtained from the Australian Taxation Office.
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