22578VIC - Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis

Course Description

This course has been designed for individuals who are required to provide first aid to a person experiencing anaphylaxis until the arrival of medical assistance. This means being able to identify the triggers, signs, and symptoms of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, and follow the standard first aid procedures to administer adrenaline using an adrenaline autoinjector to someone suffering anaphylaxis in the workplace or in the community.

Satisfactorily completing all requirements of this course provides the student with the ability to develop risk management and risk minimisation strategies for individuals diagnosed at risk of anaphylaxis in the workplace. This includes the development and implementation of pre-emergency risk assessment/management and the development and implementation of individual anaphylaxis management plans.

This course provides nationally recognised training for workers, or nominated workplace first aiders, from any industry sector and addresses the provision of care to adults and/or children in the workplace who are diagnosed as being at risk of anaphylaxis or displaying signs/symptoms of anaphylaxis.

** There are specific industries that require additional training such as childcare workers, school teachers, and other related industries.

Units Being Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

22578VIC - Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
VU23090 - Provide first aid management of anaphylaxis
VU23091 - Develop risk minimisation and risk management strategies for anaphylaxis

Course Delivery

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

Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
As a minimum, entrants to the course must have literacy and numeracy competencies equivalent to the Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3. An example of an ACSF Level 3 competency is being able to read and comprehend the ASCIA Action Plan for Anaphylaxis, use and respond to communication techniques to request appropriate emergency assistance at the scene of a First Aid incident and use writing skills to complete incident reports.
Physical fitness to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills.
To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
- Learning: Follow clear steps and ask questions if help is needed understanding a process.
- Reading: Read and understand simple health instructions, signs, and emergency plans.
- Writing: Write down simple notes or fill in forms with basic personal or incident details.
- Oral communication: Listen carefully and speak clearly when giving or receiving basic information.
- Numeracy: Understand and use simple numbers, like measuring time or doses when required.
- Digital Literacy: Use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources.

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

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 associated assessment tasks.

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face: The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 2.5 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.

Delivery mode: Blended and/or Blended/Refresher: The online component is expected to take approximately 1 hour to complete. This component provides a brief overview of the content that will be covered during the face-to-face session. Please note that these timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to work through the online component.

Course Duration

Refresher min. duration- 2 hours

Blended min. duration- 2 hours

Face-to-face min. duration- 3 hours

Online with face-to-face min. duration- 15 minutes

Assessment Requirements

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

Certificate Renewal Requirements

This certificate has an industry recommended renewal period of 36 months.

Learning Rights, Responsibilities and Support, including Complaints

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.

Assessment Activities

Practical demonstrations:

Simulated Scenario – Administer the Adrenaline Autoinjector for Anaphylaxis
Simulated Scenario – First Aid for Allergic Reaction

Documentation:

Anaphylaxis Incident Report Form
Anaphylaxis Risk Assessment Form
Individual Anaphylaxis Management Plan

Theory assessment:

A written exam consisting of multiple choice questions.

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

Learning- I can follow instructions, ask for help, and learn from feedback.
Reading- I can read short texts like signs and step-by-step instructions.
Writing- I can write short notes or fill out a simple form.
Oral Communication- I can listen carefully and speak clearly in a classroom environment.
Numeracy- I can count and use simple numbers.