An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd 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). 

• It is recommended that students will be best equipped to successfully undertake the training if they have language, literacy and oral communication skills that align to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)

• 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: Fill in short forms or write notes about a health emergency

  • Oral communication: Speak clearly, listen carefully, and explain what happened in a health situation

  • Numeracy: Use basic numbers to read labels or measure timing in an emergency

  • 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. 

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 clear steps and ask questions if I need help understanding a process.

Reading: I can read and understand simple health instructions, signs, and emergency plans.

Writing: I can fill in short forms or write notes about a health emergency.

Oral Communication: I can speak clearly, listen carefully, and explain what happened in a health situation.

Numeracy: I can use basic numbers to read labels or measure timing in an emergency.

The following units will be included in your certificate:

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

• VU22927 - Manage asthma risks and emergencies in the workplace

• Refresher minimum duration 120 minutes

• Blended minimum duration 120 minutes

• Face-to-face minimum duration 180 minutes

• Online with face-to-face minimum duration 20 minutes

Assessment conducted during face-to-face training includes:

Practical Task Demonstrations

• Administer asthma medication to an infant using a mask and spacer

• Administer asthma medication to a child using a spacer in a simulated scenario

• Administer asthma medication to an adult using appropriate asthma first aid procedures

Simulated Scenarios

• Respond to asthma-related emergencies using a Personal Asthma Action Plan

• Apply asthma first aid protocols in line with current guidelines

Case Studies

• Case Study 1: Risk assessment and emergency management for an individual displaying asthma-like symptoms without prior diagnosis

• Case Study 2: Risk assessment and emergency management for a diagnosed asthma episode

Documentation Requirements

Participants must complete the following to the required standard:

• Asthma Incident Report Form

• Asthma Risk Assessment Form

• Individual Asthma Management Plan

Theory Assessment

• Completion of a written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions

• All questions must be answered correctly to demonstrate understanding

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

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