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.

Target participants: Workers or community members who have not completed cardiopulmonary resuscitation training,  people who have not completed cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for some time or people seeking annual re qualification, who may be required to provide a cardiopulmonary resuscitation response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

The face to face training is 3.0 hours and covers both theory and practical aspects of Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.

Students are required to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the course commencement.

Duration: 3 hours face to face training

Online learning required for participants who do not hold a current certificate.

Certificate recommended renewal period : 12 months

Prerequisites: minimum age 14 years

Physical Requirements: In order to issue an accredited certificate, participants must perform 2 minutes of CPR on an adult manikin on the floor with no exemptions.

Statement of Attainment: On successful completion of the training program Students will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Learn more about the competency and assessment requirements for this course at https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/HLTAID009