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SLS MEMBERS ONLY – State SRC to BM intensive (inc HLTAID011 Provide First Aid)

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Introduction:

The State intensive Surf Rescue Certificate to Bronze Medallion Course is a course that provides participants with skills and knowledge related to surf awareness, aquatic rescue operations, radio operations, resuscitation, emergency care, spinal management, communication, teamwork and Surf Life Saving patrol operations.
 
In addition, members will obtain the new HLTAID011 Provide First Aid qualification.

Proficiencies: 
  • Provide First Aid certificate expires after 3 years
  • CPR expires after 1 year
  • Bronze Medallion Proficiency is required annually

Requirements:

Candidates must meet ALL of the following conditions: 

  • Has completed a minimum of 10 patrolling hours as a qualified Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) award holder (SurfGuard reflective)
  • Is currently proficient in SRC (SurfGuard reflective)
  • Has completed their SRC less than 3 years prior to commencing this training
  • Will be 15 years on the date of final assessment.
  • Complete a 400-metre swim in 9 minutes or less
  • Attend all the training detailed in the timeline.
  • Have access to all personal equipment detailed in the resources.

Learning Outcomes:

  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)

Learning Methods:

Assessment:

Participants will be assessed individually and in group activities. Assessment is through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants need to display competency in all assessable elements to successfully complete the unit package PUA20119 accreditation.

Assessment is through demonstration‚ presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include oral and written questioning‚ practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.
 
Support for Diverse Learning, Disabilities and Reasonable Adjustments – Surf Life Saving SA is committed to providing inclusive and supportive learning environments for all participants. We recognise that individuals may have diverse learning styles, language backgrounds, literacy or numeracy needs, or other support requirements. We encourage students who may require reasonable adjustments to contact us prior to registering for a course so we can discuss and implement appropriate support strategies to ensure access to the training.

Program Benefits:

Content:

  • Safety and well being
  • Surf awareness and skills
  • The human body
  • Resuscitation
  • Defibrillation and basic oxygen
  • First aid
  • Radio operations
  • Communications
  • Rescue techniques
  • Carries and supports
  • Patrols