21886VIC - Emergency Asthma Management

Emergency Asthma Management Course 

This a three hour training course that is valid for three years.

The Emergency Asthma Management Course is appropriate for people in a position where they hold a ‘duty of care’, for example sports coaches, childcare workers, preschool teachers, workplaces etc.  

This course is principally designed to provide participants the necessary information, skills and confidence to assist a person during an asthma 'attack'.  

The core Asthma Awareness module provides more in-depth information on asthma, recognition of asthma, the day-to-day management of asthma, including triggers and how to minimise them, types of asthma medications and delivery devices. On completion participants will be equipped to assess and manage an asthma emergency, be able to recognise signs and symptoms of worsening asthma and to carry out Asthma First Aid. There are six elective modules that address specific asthma management issues within specialised settings: Children's services, workplace, schools, sport, remote area and supported care 

The Course in Emergency Asthma Management also provides the mechanism to enable an organization to purchase and hold reliever medication (bronchodilator) for use in an asthma emergency. 

This Course also meets one of the criteria to become an Asthma Friendly Children's Service. 

Pre-/Co-requisites 

There are NO pre-requisites or co-requisites for this competency unit. 

Students must be 16 years or older. Students under 16 years must provide written permission to attend the course from their parent or guardian. 

Duration

3 Hours 

Award 

On successful completion of the course, the participant will receive a statement of attainment, which is valid for 3 years. 

Assessment 

Vital Response conducts progressive assessment throughout the course including practical demonstrations, multiple choice and short answer questionnaires.

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