Successful completion of this course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to be able to develop an asthma management plan and provide asthma related first aid interventions in the workplace.
The course covers the correct use of reliever medication, recognition, risk management, prevention and risk minimisation strategies related to asthma.
Individuals completing this course will be able to apply their skills and knowledge in either the workplace or in the community.
** There are specific industries that require additional training such as childcare workers, school teachers and other related industries.
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
The following units will be included in your certificate:
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- 22556VIC – Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace
- VU22927 – Manage asthma risks and emergencies in the workplace
Entry Requirements:
Participants must have the physical fitness to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration such as assisting a casualty into the correct position and administering asthma medication.
Pre-course study: Students may be required to undertake online pre-course work prior to attending the face to face session depending on the course delivery mode.
Online study: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online/ pre-course studies.
Online study options: The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.
Course Duration:
| Refresher min. duration | 120 minutes |
| Blended min. duration | 120 minutes |
| Face-to-face min. duration | 180 minutes |
| Online with face-to-face min. duration | 20 minutes |
Certificates will require renewal after 3 years
Assessment Activities will Include: Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
Practical task demonstrations:
- Simulated Scenario – Administer asthma medication (with spacer) using a personal asthma action plan
- Performance Task – Administer asthma medication without a spacer
Documentation – The student must complete the following to the appropriate standard:
- Asthma Incident Report Form
- Asthma Risk Assessment Form
- Individual Management Plan
Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions. All questions must be completed.
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.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909 by Ultimate Employment Services T/As The Job Shop
