Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

Introduction:

HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is a nationally recognised course that equips participants with the skills and confidence to respond to cardiac emergencies using CPR and an automated external defibrillator (AED). Delivered in a practical, hands-on format, this course is ideal for anyone needing to meet workplace compliance, refresh their skills or be prepared to save a life at home, work or in the community.

Target Audience:

Workplaces where CPR is a mandatory safety requirement, such as construction, mining, education, hospitality and aged care.
Community members who want to be prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies at home, in public or while travelling.
Volunteers and carers supporting others in formal or informal roles, especially in remote or isolated areas like Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. 
Students and job seekers looking to meet employment or vocational training requirements.
Electrical workers and tradespeople completing CPR as a prerequisite for Low Voltage Rescue training (e.g. UETDRMP007). 

Learning Outcomes:

  • By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Recognise and respond to cardiac emergencies
  • Perform CPR on adults, children and infants
  • Use an AED safely and effectively
  • Communicate with emergency services
  • Complete incident documentation
  • Reflect on the response and seek support if needed

Learning Methods:

This course is delivered through a blend of: Face-to-face instruction with qualified trainers. Hands-on practice using adult, child and infant CPR manikins. Scenario-based simulations including AED operation and emergency handovers. Group discussions and debriefs to reflect on incident response and psychological impacts. Written knowledge checks to reinforce understanding of CPR principles and workplace procedures. Training is designed to be practical, inclusive and responsive to learner needs. Reasonable adjustments are available to support accessibility and participation.

Program Benefits:

  • Confidence to act in life-threatening situations
  • Compliance with workplace safety standards
  • Capability to use CPR and AED equipment correctly
  • Community safety through increased preparedness
  • Career value with a nationally recognised certification
  • Convenience of local delivery across the Indian Ocean Territories
  • Currency of skills aligned with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines
  • Contribution to a safer, more resilient workplace or community

Content:

  • Recognising and responding to cardiac emergencies
  • Applying the DRSABCD action plan
  • Performing CPR on adults, children and infants
  • Using an automated external defibrillator (AED)
  • Communicating effectively with emergency services
  • Completing incident reports and workplace documentation
  • Reflecting on the response and seeking support if needed
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