Overview
When a person stops breathing, the first few minutes matter most. This nationally recognised course equips participants with the advanced skills to manage breathing and cardiac emergencies using resuscitation equipment and oxygen therapy with confidence.
Going beyond basic CPR, participants learn how to apply oxygen, use a bag-valve mask (BVM), operate resuscitation equipment, and work effectively as part of a coordinated response until emergency services arrive.
This course is ideal for:
Workplace first aiders in higher-risk environments
Emergency Response Team (ERT) members
Mining, construction, utilities, maritime, and remote workforce personnel
Security, safety, and supervisory staff responsible for emergency preparedness
Anyone required to use oxygen and resuscitation equipment in their workplace
Learning outcomes
The course covers the following:
- Recognise and respond to an emergency
- Assessing casualties and recognising the need for CPR, advanced resuscitation response or oxygen therapy
- Techniques for managing life threating bleeding
- Performing CPR in line with ARC guidelines
- Providing oxygen therapy including selecting and preparing correct oxygen equipment, checking area for ventilation and sources of ignition, and administering oxygen safely at correct flow rate
- Accurately conveying information to emergency services and site personnel
Entry Requirements
Participants must:
- Complete the designated online pre-course learning module(s) prior to attending the face-to-face training and assessment session
- The pre-course learning provides essential underpinning knowledge required for successful participation in classroom and practical activities
- Participants must have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection to complete the pre-course online learning
- Basic computer literacy is required, including the ability to navigate online learning platforms and submit assessments electronically
- Perform uninterrupted CPR for at least 2 minutes on an infant manikin and adult manikin on the floor and use of an AED in line with procedures.
- Provide photo I.D on entry
- Unless exempt, provide a verifiable USI number
- Be physically fit and healthy with capacity to perform manual tasks
- Be able to read, write, communicate orally, and understand and interpret complex information and situations
- Interact with others and work under pressure
- Dress appropriately i.e., long sleeve, long pants or overalls, safety boots/closed in shoes, safety glasses
Please ensure you read our Student Handbook for further information on our policies, procedures, terms, and program conditions.
SDS is committed to identifying and supporting the language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) needs of all learners. Where required, SDS may conduct an LLND assessment prior to training to determine whether any additional support or reasonable adjustment is needed.
Participants are encouraged to advise the training team at any time if they believe they may require learning support so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Delivery method
Self-Paced Online Learning
Participants will be required to undertake pre course learning and successfully complete an online multiple-choice assessment. This must be completed prior to attending the classroom session. The estimated time to complete the online component is approximately 2-4 hours.
Classroom Session
One (1) day and consists of classroom-based theory learning with practical based activities.
Assessments
Assessment includes written and/or multiple-choice knowledge assessment and practical based skills assessments.
Completion
On successful completion participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for:
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Skills maintenance
To ensure your skills and knowledge are maintained it is critical you undertake regular skills maintenance training. The Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines recommend retraining in CPR at least annually.
