Course Code :
22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
Course Validity :
Valid Australia Wide
Location: Noble Park, Bulleen and Bandoora or your venue for group bookings
Instructor : EFA authorised First Aid/CPR Trainer
22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
Purpose
The Management of Anaphylaxis Course provides nationally recognised training for workers, or nominated workplace first aiders, from any industry sector and addresses the provision of care to adults and/or children in the workplace who are diagnosed as being at risk of anaphylaxis or displaying signs/symptoms of anaphylaxis.
** There are specific industries that require additional training such as childcare workers, school teachers and other related industries.
Entry Requirements
- As a minimum, entrants to this course must have literacy and numeracy competencies equivalent to the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2. An example of an ACSF Level 2 competency is being able to read and comprehend the ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis, request appropriate emergency assistance at the scene of the incident and complete incident reports.
- In addition, it is recommended that entrants have current competency in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- Participants must have the physical fitness to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration such as positioning a casualty ready to administer an autoinjector and administering the autoinjector.
- Online study options: The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
22578VIC – Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
VU23090 – Provide first aid management of anaphylaxis
VU23091 – Develop risk minimisation and risk management strategies for anaphylaxis
Assessment Activities
Practical demonstrations:
- Provide first aid treatment for anaphylaxis and administer adrenaline using a trainer autoinjector device on a mock casualty
- Provide first aid treatment for mild to moderate allergy which progresses to anaphylaxis and administers adrenaline using a trainer autoinjector device on a mock casualty
Documentation:
- Complete a First aid/Incident report form
- Complete a Risk Assessment
- Complete an Individual Anaphylaxis Management and Communication Plan
Theory assessment:
- A written exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions
This course is delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909
Format
- Blended delivery – 2 hours (minimum) face to face course – with the addition of 1 hour self-paced learning to be completed prior to attending the face to face course
- Online delivery with face to face Practical assessment – 3 hours of self paced online learning with a scheduled 15-minute face to face practical assessment
Qualification Issued
Statement of Attainment – 22578VIC Course in first aid management of Anaphylaxis
- Legislative Authorisations : Conforms to the requirements of Victoria Occupational Health & Safety Authority First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice, 1995
- Certificate Validity Legislature : No industry recommended renewal is identified on the certificate, employers are recommended to consult with stakeholders to identify appropriate training periods.
Notes
Due to the practical components of the course, participants are advised to wear comfortable clothing.
Student Handbook: Find out about your learners’ rights, responsibility and support, including complaints
Learning Objectives
This course has been designed for individuals who are required to provide first aid to a person experiencing anaphylaxis until the arrival of medical assistance. This means being able to identify the triggers, signs and symptoms of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, and follow the standard first aid procedures to administer adrenaline using an adrenaline autoinjector to someone suffering anaphylaxis in the workplace or in the community.
Satisfactorily completing all requirement of this course provides the student with the ability to develop risk management and risk minimisation strategies for individuals diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis in the workplace. This includes the development and implementation of pre-emergency risk assessment/management and the development and implementation of individual anaphylaxis management plans.
Requirements for Successful Course Completion
- Attendance at all sections of the Management of Anaphylaxis Course is required
- Active participation in group activities and discussions involved in the training program
- Successfully complete progressive practical assessments. Progressive assessment of the competencies will be conducted throughout the course
- Successfully complete either a multiple-choice theoretical assessment, demonstrate practical application of skills or answer structures verbal questions in a one on one or group capacity by the end of the course
