HLTAID009 Provide CPR Annual Refresher
Focus on the reality of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and the need for auto-pilot actions, also known as muscle memory that you can use under pressure.
Memorable, practical and realistic training.
When the heart or breathing stops, every second counts.
Effective CPR keeps oxygenated blood moving to the brain and vital organs until a defibrillator or paramedics arrive.
Early action from a bystander can be the difference between life and loss, at home, work, or in the community.
CPR is about survival, not always in the way you might think.
"When people understand the ‘why’ behind what they’re learning, the skills stay with them for life."
Why CPR matters:
Early CPR buys the person time until help arrives
CPR supports circulation and gives someone a fighting chance at survival.
Regular CPR training helps you override panic and follow a simple plan.
You can be the steady voice in chaos.
Protect your Workplace, Family, Friends and Community.
Enhance your resume, many roles require current CPR for Workplace Safety Compliance.
Help those you love, many incidents happen around home with family and friends.
Two more massive reasons - family and friends get a chance to say good bye to a loved one who may be on life sustaining support and people on the organ donor list have a chance at survival.
Why Annual CPR Refresher Training is Crucial
The ARC recommends that CPR training be refreshed annually to ensure that individuals maintain the necessary skills and confidence to perform CPR effectively.
Regular refresher courses help reinforce the correct techniques and keep participants updated with any changes in guidelines. This is particularly important as CPR procedures can evolve based on new research and evidence
Understanding the Role of CPR and Shock in Human Survival
Humans are inherently designed to survive and protect one another, which can make the act of performing CPR, applying forceful chest compressions, feel counter-intuitive.
However, in cases of cardiac arrest, immediate and decisive action is essential. CPR serves as a critical intervention that maintains blood flow to vital organs until professional medical assistance arrives.
Similarly, understanding and managing shock, a condition where the circulatory system fails to provide adequate blood flow are vital components of first aid that can significantly impact survival outcomes.
Who Should Undertake HLTAID009 Training?
Businesses: Ensuring that staff are trained in CPR is not only a legal requirement in many industries but also fosters a safer work environment.
Childcare Centres and Schools: Educators and caregivers are often the first responders in emergencies involving children. Being equipped with CPR skills is essential for the safety and well-being of young individuals.
General Public: Anyone can be faced with a situation requiring CPR, whether at home, in public, or during recreational activities. Having the confidence and ability to perform CPR can make the difference between life and death.
Flexible Training Options with Britt
As a dedicated First Aid Trainer, Britt offers flexible training sessions tailored to your needs.
Whether you’re a business seeking group training, a childcare centre or school requiring staff certification, or an individual looking to refresh your CPR skills, sessions can be arranged at convenient times and locations.
Private sessions and public courses are available, and new sessions can be scheduled upon request.
Contact Britt to book a session or inquire about upcoming courses. Empower yourself and others with the skills to save lives.
Course Details: HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Unit Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. It applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Respond to an emergency situation
1.1 Recognise and assess an emergency situation.
1.2 Ensure safety for self, bystanders, and casualty.
1.3 Assess the casualty and recognise the need for CPR.
1.4 Seek assistance from emergency services.
2. Perform CPR procedures
2.1 Perform CPR in accordance with the ARC guidelines.
2.2 Display respectful behaviour towards the casualty.
2.3 Operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) according to manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Communicate details of the incident
3.1 Accurately convey incident details to emergency services.
3.2 Report details of the incident in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures.
3.3 Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies.
4. Review the incident
4.1 Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required.
4.2 Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required.
Assessment Requirements
To demonstrate competency in this unit, candidates must meet the following Performance Evidence during a practical assessment:
Adult CPR: Perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles of compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.
Infant CPR: Perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface.
AED Operation: Follow the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock.
Rotation: Demonstrate a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions.
Incident Management: Respond appropriately to regurgitation or vomiting and hand over to emergency services with an accurate verbal report.
Knowledge Evidence includes:
Relevant ARC guidelines for managing unconscious breathing and non-breathing casualties.
Legal, workplace, and community considerations (Duty of Care, consent, privacy).
The "Chain of Survival" and the use of an AED.
Infection control procedures and use of PPE.
Physical Requirement Warning
Compliance Note: To be marked as competent in this unit, the HLTAID009 assessment conditions require that a student must be able to perform CPR on an adult manikin placed on the floor. If you have any physical limitations that prevent you from kneeling on the floor, please contact your trainer prior to enrolment.
Frequently Asked Questions HLTAID009 Provide CPR
Q: How long is the HLTAID009 CPR certificate valid for?
Your CPR certificate is valid for 12 months. Annual renewal is recommended to maintain currency.
Q: Do I need any prior knowledge before attending?
No this course is suitable for beginners and those refreshing their skills.
Q: How long does the course take?
HLTAID009 Provide CPR is a short course, usually 1.52 hours face-to-face.
Q: Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes. HLTAID009 Provide CPR is a nationally recognised unit of competency and meets workplace compliance requirements Australia-Wide.
Q: What practical skills will I learn?
You’ll learn CPR for infants, children, and adults, AED use, and how to respond to breathing and unconscious casualties.
Q: Do I need to complete pre-course work?
Some providers include short online learning before the in-person session. Details will be provided upon enrolment.
Q: Who should do this course?
Employees, educators, volunteers, parents, carers anyone who may need to perform CPR in an emergency.
Q: Will I get my certificate on the day?
Most participants receive their electronic certificate within 24 hours after completing the course.
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Important compliance notes
In an emergency, call 000.
Training complements but does not replace medical advice.
Doing something is better than doing nothing.
CPR skills are recommended to be refreshed every 12 months
First Aid, Child Care, Remote and Advanced are recommended to be refreshed every 3 years
Training and Assessment is Delivered By Regional Education and Career Help Australia | First Aid Certification
on Behalf of ABC First Aid RTO 3399 since 1997.
Regional Education and Career Help Australia, First Aid Certification acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land across Australia, including the Noongar and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging, whose enduring connection to Country, culture and community continues to guide us.
As the founder, I, Britt Brennan, honour the journey that brought my family to the Keerup (Kirup) region in the 1850s and the personal growth I experienced living and working in Nullagine (Biybara/Pilbara) as a young adult.
Now, with my family living on Whadjuk Noongar Country - from Jandakot, the land of the Whistling Eagle, to Mundijong, meaning "red-tailed black cockatoo"
I remain deeply grateful to walk and work on this land.
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