Course Outcome:

This module will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to deliver blue reliever medication in an asthma attack within State and Territory guidelines in either:

·         A children's services setting

·         A workplace setting

·         A schools setting

·         A sports setting

Entry Requirements:

Prerequisites – Nil required

Enrolment Procedure:

Contact us for enrolment.

Enrolment form completed at the commencement of the course.

Nominal Duration:

4 hours

Qualification:

• Accredited Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment
• Entered on the National Training Information Service
• Recognised under the 'Children's Services Act' - Vic & NSW.
• Your Statement of Attainment will be valid for 1 year
• Asthma Foundation recommends that you attend an update every 12 months.
• It is important that you attend each session of this course so that you are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

Competencies to be achieved during the training:

At the successful completion of this course you will be able to:

1.     Recognising the early signs and symptoms of deteriorating asthma

2.     Identify equipment used in an asthma attack.

3.     Demonstrate the 4x4 emergency Asthma First Aid Plan.

4.     Correct cleaning and storage requirements for an asthma emergency kit.

Assessment Procedure:

You will be assessed at the end of the course to show your instructor that you have an appropriate understanding of the procedures necessary to manage a life-threatening situation.

This will consist of:

• Theory assessment paper
• Demonstration of correct administration of first aid treatment for anaphylaxis.

You must attend all the session and pass each section to qualify and be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.