Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace

22556VIC

Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis- Combine Course

22578VIC

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Course Overview

Duration: 3 hours (blended online delivery option available)

Certificate:

  • 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace- Valid 3 years

  • 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis- Valid 2 years*

* In addition, it is recommended that the skills and knowledge related to using adrenaline injectors be refreshed at least annually by having hands-on practice using an adrenaline injector trainer device andundertaking industry-relevant training such as the ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training module on adrenaline injectors

Units:

  • 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace &
  • 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis

Prerequisites: Minimum age 14 yrs

Cost: $90 per person

The purpose of 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace & 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis is to provide nationally recognised training for individuals who have responsibility for others in the workplace (adults and/or children) who have been diagnosed as being at risk of Asthma and/or anaphylaxis. 

Graduates of this course will be able to identify and provide a first aid response to asthma and anaphylaxis, develop strategies to prevent exposure to known allergens and triggers and minimize risks related to asthma and anaphylaxis emergencies. The course (22578VIC) has been developed to meet these requirements:

  • Ministerial Order 706 – Anaphylaxis Management in Victorian Schools
  • Children’s Services Regulations 2020 (Victoria)
  • Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011
Training and Assessment are done on behalf of ABC First Aid, RTO 3399

Learning Objectives

22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace

This accredited course provides practical skills and knowledge together with the confidence to develop an asthma management plan and provide asthma-related first aid interventions in the workplace.

Topics covered in this course include:

  • Understanding asthma
  • Asthma triggers
  • Signs and symptoms of an asthma episode
  • Current asthma medications
  • Management of an asthma episode
  • Management and communication plans

22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis

This accredited course provides practical skills and knowledge together with the confidence to confirm an allergic reaction and respond to the situation appropriately.

  • Provide appropriate first aid response for allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Request assistance and communicate details of the incident to health professionals.
  • Evaluate response to the anaphylaxis emergency incident including developing & reviewing individual anaphylaxis management plans.
  • Develop & review strategies to prevent allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis
  • Develop a communication plan to provide information about anaphylaxis & the organisations management policy and complete documentation.

Topics covered in this course Include:

  • Recognise mild/severe anaphylaxis
  • Apply first aid to allergy/anaphylaxis
  • Administer adrenaline auto-injector
  • Apply Anaphylaxis Action Plan
  • Implement strategies to reduce allergy risk
  • Identify anaphylaxis triggers
  • DRSABCD – Basic Life Support

Course Prerequisition

There are no prerequisites for 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace & 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis. Students must be at least 14 years of age at the time of attendance.

Important note: In order to issue an accredited certificate, any CPR component involving adult manikins must be performed on the floor with no exemptions.

Clothing: We suggest that you wear comfortable casual clothing, as the practical nature of the demonstrations and practice may possibly require bending, kneeling and lying on the floor. Pants and flat shoes are recommended.

Course Details:

The face-to-face training is 3 hours and covers both theory and practical aspects of the 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace & 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis course. Students are required to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the course commencement.

Pre course delivery is required. Students will also be assessed on practical skills as a requirement to pass the course. Once completed, all students will receive a First Aid manual.

Course Validity:

22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace- Valid 3 years 

22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis- Valid 2 years*

* In addition, it is recommended that the skills and knowledge related to using adrenaline injectors be refreshed at least annually by having hands-on practice using an adrenaline injector trainer device and undertaking industry-relevant training such as the ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training module on adrenaline injectors

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