$120
22702VIC
Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies
22702VIC - Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies is a nationally recognised short course designed to equip participants with essential skills to manage asthma emergencies in the workplace, schools, childcare settings, and community environments. This accredited training provides the knowledge needed to identify asthma triggers, recognise symptoms, and respond effectively using asthma action plans and reliever medication.
Participants will learn how to assess asthma risks and implement appropriate control measures to prevent incidents. The course includes practical training in the use of asthma first aid techniques and aligns with industry standards for managing health-related emergencies. It covers the units VU24021 and VU24022, ensuring students meet national competency requirements in asthma risk management and emergency response.
Ideal for educators, support workers, sports coaches, first aid officers, and anyone responsible for the care of others, this asthma training course ensures compliance with workplace safety obligations and enhances emergency preparedness. Upon completion, participants receive a statement of attainment, supporting career development and regulatory compliance across various sectors.
This course replaces the previous asthma course 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace.
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Refresher - Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours
Blended - Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours
Face-to-Face - Face to Face contact time of at least 3 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment - Face to Face contact time of at least 20 Mins
The full in-person delivery option (replacing the online blended component) requires a minimum of five participants per session.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 resourcesIndividuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
Practical task demonstrations:
Simulated Scenario – Administer asthma medication (with spacer) using a personal asthma action plan
Performance Task – Administer asthma medication without a spacer
Documentation – The student must complete the following to the appropriate standard:
Asthma Incident Report Form
Asthma Risk Assessment Form
Individual Management Plan
Theory assessment - A written assessment consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions. All questions must be completed.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909This certificate has an industry recommended renewal period of 36 months
