Low Voltage Rescue & CPR

Course delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider. At First Aid Training Specialists Wollongong, we also offer standard CPR courses, as well as courses in Paediatric (Child & Infant) First Aid, Remote First Aid and more.

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Course duration

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

• Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 3 Hours 30 Mins

• Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 5 Hours

• Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 60 Mins

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Entry requirements

An individual undertaking this course with First Aid Training Specialists Wollongong will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).

• Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including CPR

• To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:

  • Learning: follow safety steps in order, remember what to do in an emergency, and learn by practising.

  • Reading: read and understand emergency signs, safety labels, and rescue instructions related to electrical dangers.

  • Writing: fill in simple forms or record what happened during an emergency or training.

  • Oral communication: speak clearly and listen carefully when giving or receiving information during an emergency situation.

  • Numeracy: read numbers (like voltage or time) and understand basic timing and measurements.

  • Digital Literacy: use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources.

 

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. 

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The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

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Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face. The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 3-4 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.

 

Assessment requirements​

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.​

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Course renewal requirements

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

• HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - 12 months

• UETDRMP018 - Perform rescue from a live LV panel - 12 months

 

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.

 

Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

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Assessment Activities

Performance tasks and scenarios:

• Perform CPR on an adult (incl. the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position)

• Perform CPR on an infant

• Inspection and placement of rescue equipment and performing a rescue

• Perform a rescue from Low voltage panel

 

Theory assessment - A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions