First Aid in a Box
First Aid in a Box gives you the opportunity to attain your first aid qualification via a self-paced, flexible training program. It combines DVD and online interactions to deliver an engaging and essential lifestyle education course which provides excellent value for money and value for time.
Candidates complete the theory and online assessments at their own pace and receive their own learning manikin and DVD for use learning resuscitation (CPR). Upon completing the online content and learning CPR, candidates are required to attend a two hour practical workshop, which will refine their first aid skills and complete the process of obtaining a first aid qualification.
Stages of First Aid in a Box
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Enrol and Complete the online learning at
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Practice CPR with personal manikin and DVD.
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Attend a 2-3 hour Practical Workshop.
Pre-requisites
There is no prior learning required for the full course. Update courses require a current First Aid certificate. It is recommended that candidates are 14 in the calendar year they attempt the course. Candidates must also be able to perform CPR on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
Content
Theory
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Legal Aspects of First Aid
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Respiration and Circulation
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Resuscitation
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Victim Assessment
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Shock, Fainting and Anaphylaxis
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Breathing Emergencies (including asthma, choking, drowning, hyperventilation)
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Cardiac & Medical Conditions
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Traumatic Injury
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Overexposure to Heat and Cold
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Poisoning, Venomous Bites and Stings
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Workplace First Aid
Practical
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Resuscitation
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Bandaging
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Slings and splints
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Micro session scenarios
Outcomes
Successful candidates will receive a:
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Royal Life Saving First Aid certificate
(valid for 3 years – Resuscitation component valid for 12 months)
If required, a Statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the HLT Health Training Package may be available:
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HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
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HLTAID001 Provide Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation