Institute of Health and Nursing Australia
Provide basic emergency life support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)After successful competition of the unit student will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
Delivery mode
Institute of Health and Nursing Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- 597-599 Upper Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg Heights, VIC
- Level 2, 12 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA
- Level 5 & 6, 131 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC
- Level 7, 33 Argyle Street, Parramatta, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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We are the Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA), a healthcare training provider born out of the desire to create jobs and improve people’s lives. Since 2007 we’ve been dedicated to giving the best learning experience to over 17,500 students for a satisfying career in nursing, health, and community services.
