Operate a semi automatic defibrillator in an emergency (PUAOPE010A)

Overview
This unit covers the competency required to operate a semi automatic defibrillator to defibrillate a casualty in an emergency situation.

The aim is to develop a student’s competence in maintaining or restoring breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant. This includes the ability to respond in the first few minutes to a life-threatening situation, conducting casualty assessment and performing basic life support functions until medical assistance arrives.

It includes advanced techniques for management of the administration of a semi automatic defibrillator in line with the requirements of the Australian Resuscitation Council and State and Territory Regulatory bodies. This unit also involves working with personnel who are engaged in the resuscitation of the casualty.

Job Prospects
This course is not directly linked to career planning and is considered an emergency management and personal development program. This qualification satisfies the requirements of many employers where cardio pulmonary resuscitation skills in the use of to operate a semi automatic defibrillator in an emergency are a pre-requisite or requirement for employment.

Delivery
The course is presented in line with adult learning principles including structured tutorial, in class practical exercises and assessment. The course is competency based and matched to specific learning outcomes contained within nationally recognised training qualifications for cardio pulmonary resuscitation.

Content

Specific content includes:

• Infection control
• Legal requirements
• Basic Anatomy
• Physiology
• DRABC (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
• Unconsciousness
• Airway management
• Rescue Breathing
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Duration
4 hours

Cost
$ 100.00

Presenters
Instructors are all recognised industry professionals holding relevant experience and training qualifications. They include former paramedics, ambulance personnel and first aid trainers.

Prerequisites
Students should possess and appropriate level of literacy and numeracy and have a reasonable
grasp of spoken English.

Location

25 Silicon Place
Tullamarine 3043


This course can be delivered off site subject to application by the client and minimum student numbers

Course available upon request

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