Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Course (HLTAID009)

Cardiac arrest is a medical emergency that can lead to death. With urgent medical care to restart the heart, survival is possible. Quick decision-making is essential to recognize and assess a cardiac emergency, call for medical assistance, and perform CPR procedures, which significantly increase the chance of survival for a person who is unconscious and not breathing normally. In this CPR training course, you will learn these vital skills in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines. The course will cover the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), how to rotate first aiders with minimal interruptions to compressions, and what to do if the casualty regurgitates or vomits. Additionally, this first aid course includes training on how to convey accurate incident details when handing the casualty over to emergency services, reviewing an incident, recognizing any psychological impacts on yourself and other rescuers, seeking help if required, and improving your personal skills and response times. This course aligns with the HLTAID009 unit, ensuring comprehensive training for effective emergency response.

An individual undertaking the CPR training course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry: 

An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID). 

Physical capability to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills, including CPR. 

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials for the HLTAID009 first aid course. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. 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 internet access to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks. 

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face - The online pre-course learning and theory assessment for the HLTAID009 first aid course is expected to take approximately 1.5 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.

Performance tasks and practical scenarios in our first aid course include performing CPR training on an adult, which covers the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position, as well as performing CPR on an infant. The theory assessment consists of a written evaluation with multiple-choice questions related to HLTAID009.

Students are required to complete a self-evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process for the first aid course, including CPR training and HLTAID009. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment. 

Learning can follow instructions, ask for help, and learn from feedback. 

Reading can read short texts like signs and step-by-step instructions. 

Writing can write short notes or fill out a simple form. 

Oral Communication can listen carefully and speak clearly in a classroom environment. 

Numeracy can count and use simple numbers.

Please note that enrolment for the CPR training and first aid course, including HLTAID009, is conducted through Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. For comprehensive details regarding your rights and responsibilities, including information on complaints and appeals, please refer to the student handbook available on the RTO website at allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook).