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The aim of this course is to develop the technical and non-technical skills and knowledge relevant to paediatric advanced life support. |
Overview
The aim of this course is to develop the technical and non-technical skills and knowledge relevant to paediatric advanced life support. The content reflects the current Australian New Zealand Council of Resuscitation (ANZCOR) Guidelines and Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN) Licencing Agreement.
Target audience
A course for Health Professionals who care for critically ill paediatric patients and have advanced life support skills within their scope of practice.
Costs
$300
Pre-requisite
- Competent in Basic Life Support and/ or Immediate Life Support skills.
- Greater than 1 year post graduate experience with an understanding of paediatric responses to clinical deterioration, cardiopulmonary arrest and resuscitation processes.
- DoH Nursing & Midwifery Staff Unit must have Unit Manager’s Approval.
Learning outcomes
Within scope of practice, the participant will be able to:
- Apply age appropriate principles of early recognition & escalation protocols to manage a deteriorating paediatric patient.
- Demonstrate effective age appropriate CPR techniques following the ANZCOR BLS algorithm.
- Demonstrate effective age appropriate technical skills required for Advanced Life Support within the current ANZCOR guideline and algorithm.
- Identify the priorities of care.
- Demonstrate effective team management and communications skills.
Syllabus
Day One
- Overview ANZCOR guidelines
- BLS & ALS Algorithm
- Recognition & Management of the Deteriorating Patient overview
- Skill Stations
- Pharmacology
- Simulation Scenarios
Day Two
- Simulation Scenarios
- MCQ
- Practical Assessment
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
ACCCN ALS courses are accredited for 8 CPD hours per day.
For Medical Officers, ACCCN ALS courses are endorsed with the following medical colleges:
- ACEM
- ACRRM
- ANZCA
- CICM
- RACGP
- RACP
Completion requirements
To be marked as completing the training, you are required to attend the training in full (i.e. 100% attendance).
- Pre-course ACCCN MCQ (you do not need to pass this test).
- Attendance at full day training.
- Passing grade on MCQ tests.
- Passing grade on practical assessment.
- Completion of evaluation on the day.
Recertification criteria
- To qualify for the recertification course, you will need to undertake the one day recertification course within 12 months of completing this certification course.
Course instructions
- Study all course materials prior to attending (ACCCN Paediatrics ALS Manual and pre-course test).
- Attend both days in full, ensuring to be on time to course on both days.
- Once the training has been delivered, your attendance will be acquitted by the Course Coordinator, and the system will notify you of your grade.
- You will receive your certificate from ACCCN directly via email.
Provider
Clinical Education Team (CARHS) in conjunction with Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN).
ACCCN login & e-Learning quiz
Approximately, four weeks out from the two-day course the Course Coordinator will have a list of confirmed participants (this is confirmed after the enrolment cut-off date). All confirmed participants will be registered by ACCCN and receive and email which explains how to set up their ACCCN login.
This login will then enable you to access and complete the pre quiz on an improved platform and upon completion of the course; you will receive an automated email with a link to your electronic certificate which will also be accessible through your login.
Please note - you do not have to pass the online quiz to attend the two-day course, it is simply to see how you are going with the manual content.
You can attempt/re-attempt this multiple times and you do not have to finish in one go. The content will be discussed and there will also be a multiple choice quiz (MCQ) testing ALS knowledge as part of the course.
Training location
1st Floor, RED Centre Building
Alice Springs Hospital Campus
Gap Rd, Alice Springs
Download the map to venue below:
Certificate
You will receive your certificate from ACCCN directly via email.
How to enrol
Please note that enrolling into this course will not secure a spot on an upcoming training session. To book in for a session, first enrol here then select an available session under the 'Book a workshop' tab.
Self-enrol
Use the 'Enrol me' button located at the bottom of this page. If you cannot see the 'Enrol me' button at the bottom of this page, please CLICK HERE and re-check for the 'Enrol me' button at the bottom of this page. Clicking on the 'Enrol me' button will enrol you in the course and take you to the course homepage. Then you will be able to sign-up to a training session.
NTG Staff – login with your NTG LAN details. These are the same details you use to log onto your work computer.
Non-NTG Staff – login with your MyLearning account details or apply for a MyLearning account using the Application form for non-departmental staff.
On the Day
A reminder to wear appropriate clinical clothing and closed-in shoes for CPR activities.
This is a non-catered course, so please plan accordingly. You are welcome to use the fridge and microwave on-site.
How to book your session
- To access bookings for face to face, click on the "Book a workshop" section of the course.
- Find a date and a time that suits you and select on the "Sign-up" button on the far right of the screen.
- Check that your manager’s name is correct. If not, click on the CHOOSE MANAGER button find the correct manager.
- Select REQUEST APPROVAL.
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You will only receive a calendar invite once the manager or administrator approves your application. Be sure to contact your Manager or the Course Owner to follow up your application if you have not received a calendar invitation.
How to secure your place in the course
Your enrolment request will be reviewed and dependent upon the following:
- Meet all pre-requisites.
- Evidence of payment provided.
Contacts
For information regarding the course, contact:
Clinical Education Team (CARHS)
p | 8958 2555
e | ClinicalEducationTeam.CAHS@nt.gov.au