First Aid Refresher Training
According to WorkSafe regulations, it is advised that first aiders undergo refresher training every two years to maintain their certification and stay up-to-date with current practices.
Description
There are three parts to this course:
Online Pre-Learning:
The course is segmented into modules, allowing participants to progress at their own pace. Throughout the course, participants will encounter videos, resources, interactive activities, and formative assessments, all designed to facilitate their learning journey.
This should take participants approximately 2-hours to complete. Participants will have access to the course content for a duration of 6 weeks from the time of enrolment. Completion of the online component is mandatory before attending the in-person practical session, and participants must present their certificate of completion to the trainer.
Please Note: Failure to provide evidence of completing the online pre-learning will result in the participant not being awarded a First Aid Revalidation certificate.
The In-person Practical Session:
New Zealand Resuscitation Council approved Emergency Care Instructors will address any queries participants may have from the pre-learning and guide participants in refreshing their first aid management skills.
The Assessment:
Completed on the same day, there will be practical assessments to ensure the participant is able to demonstrate the right skills to respond in a simulated accident or emergency. Unit Standards will not be awarded upon completion of refresher courses.
In total, the practical training and assessment should take 4 hours.
Where the course can be completed onsite, trainers will adapt scenario-based activities to the workplace.
Prerequisites
- Each participant is required to bring photographic identification (e.g. a passport or driver's licence or 18+ Card) for proof of ID.
- Please arrive before or at the course time for a prompt start - late arrivals after the course time will be unable to attend on the day and required to rebook at a later date.
For First Aid Refresher Training, the participant must have a current certificate. Refresher training is recommended to take place before the expiration of the first aid certificate. However, there is a three-month grace period after expiry during which learners can complete this training.
Failure to undergo refresher training before the certificate expires or during the grace period will require the participant to retake first aid training and assessment for the unit standard(s) in order to obtain a new certificate.
Physical requirements: Participants need to be able to kneel on the floor to do CPR.
Language requirements: Participants must be able to complete the assessment in English.