DESCRIPTION

This course provides information and training on the timely provision of first aid assistance to a person suffering acute allergic reaction or Anaphylaxis. It provides useful training for parents, childcare workers and teachers responsible for the care of individual/s with a recognised life threatening allergic sensitivity in the workplace, school, kindergarten or home. Training is delivered to be consistent with current Victorian Government Department of Human Services policy and Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines. This training session provides the participants with the knowledge and skills to identify the signs and symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction and includes training in the use of the Epipen.

Course content

Subjects covered in the course includes:

• Physiology of Anaphylaxis

• Definitions

• Common allergic triggers in children and adults

• Key signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis

• First aid management of Anaphylaxis

• EpiPen syringe administration

• EpiPen storage, operation and disposal

• Current Victorian Department of Education and Training policy and guidelines for the management of Anaphylaxis

There is a requirement to be a minimum of 14 years of age  and have a current CPR Certificate.

Course duration

Minimum of 2 hours.

 Assessment method

Demonstration of practical skills and a written quiz

Course award & ReCERTIFICATION

This certificate is valid for 1 year. Anaphylaxis Refresher training should be undertaken on an annual basis (including annual CPR Refresher). Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment is accredited by the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority.

LECTURER

Lecturing is conducted by Anthony Hann who is a full-time Mobile Intensive Care Paramedicwith Ambulance Victoria.  
 

COSTS

Cost of the course is $60 (+ GST) per person.



CONTACT:

For further information, please contact:

Anthony Hann
Phone:  0417 566 583