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PUAOPE010B - Operate a Semi-Automatic Defibrillator in an Emergency
Defibrillation aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to assist in the emergency care of a person suffering cardiac arrest. The course includes the practical demonstration of a semi-automatic external defibrillator.
DURATION
5 hours (Full Course)
4 hours (Update – every 12 months)
PRE-REQUISITES
• The minimum age requirement for Defibrillation is 15 years
• Must hold current unit of competency in:
- HLTFA301B Apply First Aid
- PUAEME001B Provide Emergency Care (if you do not hold this Unit of Competency, ALAQ is able to conduct a short course to be able to issue you the pre-requisite certificate)
COURSE FEES
Full Course - $65
Update - $50
ELEMENTS OF COMPETENCY
On successfully completing the training and assessment, participants will obtain a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment in the following unit of competence:
- PUAOPE010B – Operate a Semi-Automatic Defibrillator in an Emergency
COURSE CONTENT
• Define defibrillation
• Identification of cardiac rhythms
• Indentify signs and symptoms of heart attack
• Name and identify types of Semi Automatic External Defibrillators (SAED)
• Outline the defibrillation process
• Perform simulated operation of a SAED with instruction
• Safe operation of external defibrillator
• Maintenance and storage of external defibrillators
ASSESSMENT
Participants will demonstrate their level of knowledge, skills and understanding through both practical and theoretical activities, and be assessed against this.
METHODS OF DELIVERY
Full Course - 5 hours face-to-face training and assessment
Update - 4 hours face-to-face training and assessment
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