The Senior First Aid course provides the first aider with the knowledge and skills to carry out emergency first aid for life threatening injuries and illnesses, as well as to provide first aid care for injuries and illnesses in the gym, the home or in the workplace. A Personal Trainer must have a valid Senior First Aid Certificate to become insured.
Senior First Aid
- HLTFA201A: Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTCPR201A Perform CPR
- HLTFA301B: Apply First Aid
The objective of this course is to equip participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical application to competently administer emergency first aid, after a life-threatening incident using basic life support. Senior First Aid has both practical and theoretical elements, where participants demonstrate procedures of techniques used and exhibit the necessary knowledge on administering emergency first aid.
The Statement of Attainment remains valid for three years from the completion date. It is recommended that cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills (CPR) are refreshed annually.
