Course Set - HLTAID009 & HLTWHS005 (CPR & Manual Handling Personal Care Worker)

The following units will be included in your certificate:

• HLTWHS005 - Conduct manual tasks safely
• HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

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

• Face-to-Face: face-to-face contact time of at least 7 Hours
• Online with face-to-face assessment: face-to-face contact time of at least 1 Hour

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• Protective slip-resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment. 
• 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: I can follow instructions and learn from watching others or getting helpful feedback.
  • Reading: I can read simple instructions, signs, or labels to understand how to do tasks safely.
  • Writing: I can fill in basic forms or write short notes when I need to explain something that happened.
  • Oral communication: I can listen to others, ask questions, and talk clearly to explain what I need or what I’ve noticed.
  • Numeracy: I can use simple numbers to count chest compressions, measure simple things (like lifting weight or height), and understand basic numbers.
  • Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

*Important note: In order to issue an accredited certificate, CPR must be performed on the floor with no exemptions.

Important note: In order to issue an accredited certificate, CPR must be performed on the floor with no exemptions. Participants will be required to demonstrate rescue breathing techniques on manikins. Participants will not have the opportunity to request an exemption from providing rescue breaths if they wish to gain a competent result in the Unit of Competency and/or qualification.

Online study options: 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 practical assessment.

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

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

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.

Performance tasks and Practical 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
• Manual Handling Task: Horizontal movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)
• Manual Handling Task: High to low movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)
• Manual Handling Task: Low to high movement (based on the student’s workplace environment and/or job role)

Documentation – Completion of a Risk Assessment form and an Incident Report Form.

Theory assessment –A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. 

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of enrolment.

• Learning: I can follow procedures and apply skills in practical settings
• Reading: I can understand care plans, labels and workplace instructions
• Writing: I can complete notes, forms and incident records clearly
• Oral communication: I can speak clearly and respectfully with clients and colleagues
• Numeracy: I can use time and simple measurements accurately where required