HLTCPR201A - Perform CPR/CPR Annual Reaccreditation

HLTCPR201A - Perform CPR/CPR Annual Reaccreditation

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

2 Hours 

Award 

On successful completion of the course, the participant will receive a statement of attainment, which is valid for 1 year. As per the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines the HLTCPR201A Perform CPR unit needs to be completed every 12 months. 

Assessment 

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

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Course Information

• Basic anatomy and physiology relating to performing CPR
• Procedures for performing CPR
• State and territory regulatory requirements, ARC Guidelines and accepted industry
practice relating to currency of skill and knowledge
• How to access ambulance/medical assistance and/or emergency response support
• Understanding of the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), including when
to use and when not to
• Privacy and confidentiality requirements
• Chain of survival
• Need to be culturally aware, sensitive and respectful
• Duty of care requirements
• Relevant workplace hazards
• Infection control principles and procedures, including use of standard precautions
• Own skills and limitations
• Awareness of stress management techniques and available support