22556VIC - Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace

Training to qualify to administer Asthma Medication as first aiders at a workplace, sporting , recreational or community event. This is a 3 hour assessment.

Statement of Attainment issued by ABC First Aid RTO 3399

The Queensland Government has issued a recent amendment to the Health Regulations, in that persons who wish to administer Asthma Medication (salbutamol and terbutaline) as first aiders at a workplace, sporting , recreational or community event, MUST HOLD a certificate or document issued by a training provider that identifies their successful completion of a course of training. The certificate must be also be viewed when purchasing the above mentioned medications. Hartbeat Training is holding training courses for this new regulation.

Reference Documents – Qld Health & Asthma Foundation of Queensland

• QLD Health Fact Sheet – Asthma – PDF File 37KB
• Management of Asthma in Schools- PDF File 155 KB
• Management of Asthma in the outside school hours care setting – PDF File 250 KB
• Management of Asthma in Childcare – PDF File 251 – KB

SPECIFIC LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Recognition of the symptoms and signs of ASTHMA
• Recognition of exercise induced ASTHMA
• Knowledge of and appropriate use of reliever medication
• Ability to implement an Asthma First Aid Plan

Course Fee

$50

Bookings essential

For further information please phone or email Cindy Hartwig for more information about the Asthma Training Course.