HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
Purpose
This Course Information Guide is designed to provide prospective and current students with clear and accurate information about the course before enrolment and throughout their training. It outlines key details including course outcomes, entry requirements, structure, delivery, assessment expectations, and available student support. Providing this information supports students to make informed decisions about their training and ensures they understand what to expect during their learning journey.
Course Information Guide
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Thank you for your enquiry about the course HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation with Crescent Scholars Institute (CSI).
CSI are excited to support you along your learning journey. We are here to assist you achieve your study goals.
The below information includes essential details as you consider enrolment and before you commence your studies.
Course description
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.
Licensing requirements
Specific licensing/regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities.
Course schedule
For information on upcoming intakes and class schedules, please contact us.
Pre-entry requirements
This unit of competency has no mandatory entry requirements; however, CSI have the following specific requirements for students wishing to enrol:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold a level of language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to at least a year 12 level. Program information material is written and includes some numerical calculations. Crescent Scholars Institute will issue a Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital Skills (LLND) assessment.
To successfully complete this course, a student must have the physical ability to perform:
- At least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations (rescue breaths)) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor; and
- At least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface.
Students must be willing to participate in practical scenarios and AED training
Once it has been determined by our office that all pre-entry requirements have been satisfied, a confirmation of enrolment will be provided to you.
Student support information
To learn more about Crescent Scholars Institute and how we can support you through your learning journey, please read and familiarise yourself with our Student Handbook available or website.
What you will need
- Students must have access to their own laptop and access to reliable Wi-Fi for the duration of the course.
- Students must have access to the Microsoft Office suite of programs including (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Please note, all other material, equipment and resources required to complete this course are provided to students by Crescent Scholars Institute or through placement arrangements.
Mode of delivery
Blend face-to-face and online delivery.
Delivery location(s)
The practical component of this unit will be delivered at:
- 81 Wembley Road, Logan Central, QLD 4114; and
- 45 Acacia Road, Karawatha, QLD 4117
Fee information
- Fee for Service Cost: $99.00
All fees are inclusive of enrolment, administration and any other related fees
Delivery
All students have up to 3 months to complete the required theory and practical components of this course.
Total delivery hours as detailed within the schedule include:
- Self-paced online theory training = 2.5 hours
- Self-paced online theory assessment = 2.5 hours
- Face-to-face practical training = 2 hours
- Face-to-face practical assessment = 2 hours
Workplace assessment
There are no mandatory workplace hours or assessments for this course.
Assessment will be conducted through simulation at Crescent Scholars Institute’s locations.
Qualification outcome
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Career opportunities and pathways
This unit may count towards a qualification under specific qualification packaging rules.
Possible Employment Pathways:
- Community and workplace settings
- Any company that has employees
- Sporting organisations.
Ready to take the next step?
Reach out and we’ll talk through entry requirements, fees and intake dates, with no obligation.