Basic Life Support (Level 1)
Course Aim
To provide participants with the basic skills and knowledge in order to recognize and provide immediate first aid for a range of common illnesses and injuries.
Course Objective
This training is suitable for individuals, companies and organizations, and will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to make them confident and competent to perform Basic Life Support.
Prerequisites
- Minimum age of 14 years is recommended
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of first aid.
- Demonstrate the performance of effective CPR and expired air resuscitation.
- Identify a range of common illnesses and injuries.
- Demonstrate knowledge of first aid management for a range of common illnesses and injuries.
Duration
- 8 hours.
Assessment
- Competency based
Certification Validity
- Three years. Annual refreshers recommended.
Course Numbers
- 10 –16 participants
Course Accreditation
The course is nationally recognized through inclusion on the ANTA National Training Register.
Course Materials
- Manual – PARASOL EMT “Active First Aid”
- CPR resuscitation face mask
- A4 display certificate (on successful completion)
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