Pre-enrolment Information Guide Provide First Aid – HLTAID003 Fee for Service

Is there an entry requirement? You do not need to have prior pharmacy knowledge or prerequisite training; however you will need to complete a pre course assessment to enter into the course.

Is there a specific language, literacy and numeracy requirement for entry into this course?

HLTAID003 Provide First Aid This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, management of casualty(s), the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. These skills and knowledge may be applied in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. Learners will be engaged through the following topics as they complete their studies within this unit of competency. • • • • •

Assess the situation Provide first aid procedures Communicate details of the incident Evaluate own performance Awareness of stress management techniques and available support

The HLTAID003 - Provide First Aid unit of competency is part of the Health Training Package – HLT07.

What are the study pathways once I have completed the provide first aid course? Learners who complete the HLTAID003 Provide First Aid can progress to the Advanced First Aid course including the course in Occupational First Aid. NATV222082014

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There is no specific language, literacy or numeracy entry requirement stipulated for this course; however learners are encouraged to discuss any learning difficulties or preferred learning styles with their trainer and/or the training manager so that appropriate support can be arranged if required. It may be necessary for you to undertake an assessment to accurately determine your learning support needs. If it is determined that you require specialised or extensive learning support, a cost may be involved. Any information y o u p r o v i d e w i l l b e p r o t e c t e d under the Privacy policies and procedures of t h e Pharmacy Guild of Australia.

What is competency based training and assessment? Competency based training places an emphasis on the workplace d e mon stration of knowledge and skills. When provided with an adequate range of workplace tasks you have the best opportunity to develop the necessary skills to achieve competency and complete your qualification. Another benefit of competency based training is that it allows you to move through your course as you attain competencies rather than being bound to set time frames. When all the competencies outlined in your training plan have been achieved, and all parties to the training plan agree, you will receive your qualification. Assessment is the process of collecting evidence and making decisions about whether you, can perform to the standards expected in the workplace. The units of competency that you are studying are the benchmarks

or standards for assessment and they form the basis for the nationally recognised statement of attainment you will receive on successfully completing your course with Guild Training. Guild Training uses a range of assessment methods and tools to make a decision about your competency in both on and off-the-job activities. The assessments used by Guild Training will include the following: • Written assessment activities • Practical activities • Pre course learning The full details of your assessment requirements will be discussed at induction with your trainer/assessor. This section of your induction will cover: • Your agreed training plan and assessment requirements • Re-sits if you are deemed not yet competent • Appeals against an assessment decision

What is the mode of study? In-Centre Training Face-to-face training takes place in a training room.. The classes are planned for individual learning activities and learners will receive comprehensive and expert guidance from our Guild trainer/assessors. The availability of this option is subject to learner numbers.

or statements of attainment from other RTO’s will have these qualifications recognised and receive the appropriate credit transfers or recognition opportunities.

Can a gain CPD for attending this course The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is committed to helping Pharmacist achieve their CPD points annually. The Provide First Aid course delivered by the Guild is CPD accredited. CPD Approval Number: G2011080 This activity has been accredited for 20 Group 2 CPD credits and is suitable for inclusion in an individual pharmacists CPD plan Competency Units addressed when completing this course are: • Understand what a Nominated First Aid Worker is • Explain how to assess what is an emergency situation • Explain first aid procedures to others • Understand the communication involved when providing first aid • Demonstrate ability to provide first aid procedures including CPR National Competency Standards Framework for Pharmacists in Australia 2010 Domain 2

How long will the course take me to complete? Your course is broken up into two components, the pre course assessment and the in centre training day. Learners will need to set aside 4 – 6 hours to complete the Pre Course Assessment. Learners will also need to complete the in centre training that is 7.5 hours in total delivered in one day.

Standard 2.1 Domain 4 Standard 4.1 Standard 4.2 Domain 6 Standard 6.1 Standard 6.2 Standard 6.3 Domain 7 Standard 7.1

Communication, collaboration and selfmanagement Communicate effectively Review and supply prescribed medicines Undertake initial prescription assessment Consider the appropriateness of prescribed medicines Deliver primary and preventive health care Assess primary health care needs Deliver primary health care Contribute to public and preventive health Promote and contribute to optimal use of medicines Contribute to therapeutic decision-making

Can I gain credit toward my course?

When can I start my course?

Guild Training is committed to ensuring compliance with the VET Quality Framework by recognising qualifications and statements of attainments issued by other Registered Training Organisations (RTO).

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia offers Provide First Aid courses monthly. Learners are encouraged to check the NSW bulletin for dates or to contact the NSW Branch for further information.

Under the recognition principle Guild Training accepts the credentials issued by another Registered Training Organisation based in any State/Territory of Australia. All current and potential learners who hold qualifications NATV222082014

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How much will the Provide First Aid course cost? The Provide First Aid course is offered on a fee for service basis. The fee structure is outlined below:

Fee Structure Table Category Provide First Aid HLTAID003

Guild Non-Guild Members Members $120

$150

Intern

$120

Am I eligible for a fee exemption on grounds of extreme financial hardship? Where payment of the learner course fee would cause extreme financial hardship, then you may be exempt from these fees. If you believe you can provide evidence of extreme financial hardship, you must apply in writing for consideration of a full or partial waiver of fees. Extreme financial hardship constitutes the following: • The circumstance must be of an extreme nature, therefore, mere inconvenience or discomfort is not sufficient. • The hardship must be financial. • The hardship must be of such an extreme nature that it is outside that which the average person would usually have to manage. Note: You must apply for fee exemption at the time of enrolment and it applies only to individual learners paying their own course fees.

4) If the student completes their studies prior to the completion date, all monies outstanding will be due and payable and will be charged to the above credit card 5) Where a credit card charge is unsuccessful (e.g. insufficient funds). Regrettably training activities will cease until outstanding payments are processed. 6) You agree to advise the PGA, where the credit card details change, notify PGA immediately of these changes 7) Should you wish to cancel the monthly credit card payment option, simply advise PGA in writing attention the Training Manager at Locked bag 2112, St Leonards NSW 1590.

Payment Methods All learners are required to pay course fees upon enrolment. Fees can be paid by any of the following methods: Payment Method Credit Card Cheque Money Order Cash

What if I can’t pay my course fees at the time of enrolment? If you are unable to make payment in full of your course fee upon enrolment, you must advise Guild Training, prior to the time of enrolment. A payment plan option can be made available but must be applied for in writing. Should a payment plan arrangement be approved, you must pay an initial deposit upon enrolment, followed by, the option you have chosen. The payment form outlines the payment options. Terms and Conditions of payment plan: 1) You agree to pay the initial deposit of $50 upfront 2) You agree that the credit card details will be billed for the term of the training as per the training plan or enrolment form. 3) Certificates will be issued to the student following receive of all monies NATV222082014

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Cheques to be made payable to The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch and be posted to: Training Administration The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch Locked Bag 2112, St Leonard’s NSW 1590 If paying by Electronic Funds Transfer, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch details are as follows: Bank: NAB – National Bank of Australia Account Name: The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch BSB: 082-212 Account: 51918 9508 Reference: Please include your surname to identify your payment.

Protection of Fees Guild Training has a policy in place to protect fees paid in advance. This policy is in line with the VET Quality Framework. To achieve this, Guild Training, NSW Branch has a bank guarantee arrangement to secure any fees paid in advance. View this policy in our Training Agreement located at www.guildtraining.com.au.

Additional Charges Replacement Certificates/Statements of Attainment Guild Training will provide replacement certificates to learners who provide proof of identity. Learners who require replacement Certificates/Statements of Attainment will be charged $50.00 for the provision of this service. Once training is completed, learner files are archived off-site. To recall your file, you will incur a $55.00 charge. Where a learner has lost or misplaced their first aid manual and requires a replacement, the learner will be charged $16.50 per replacement manual.

Learner Policies Learner policies and obligations will be provided upon enrolment. If you require information on any policies that apply to learners undertaking studies with the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, prior to enrolment, please refer to www.guildtraining.com.au.

Cancellation and Refunds of Course Fees Learners who cancel or discontinue their course are responsible for notifying Guild Training in writing. Under the full-fee paying policy, course fees will be refunded in the following circumstances for participants who withdraw in writing: • 10 working days or more prior to the course commencement - 80% of the cost of the course. • 5 working days prior to the course commencement 50% of the cost of the course. • During the course - Nil refund. The refund will be paid within two weeks of the day on which the refund was approved by the training manager. The refund must be paid to the same person or body from whom the payment was received. NATV222082014

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No refund of course fees will be made where your enrolment is cancelled for any of the following reasons: • Failure to maintain satisfactory course progress. • Failure to maintain satisfactory attendance. • Failure to pay course fees. • Failure to adhere to Learner Rules. In the unlikely event that Guild Training is unable to deliver the course in full, a refund of all the course money paid to date will be offered. The refund will be paid within two weeks of the day on which the course ceased being provided. Fees will be refunded in full where: • The course does not start on the agreed starting date which is notified in the letter of offer, or • Illness or disability prevents a learner from taking up a course (on submission of medical certificate).

Guild Overview The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is an employer’s organisation registered under the Workplace Relations Act. Its role is to service the needs of independent community pharmacies. It exists for the protection and development of its members and to maintain community pharmacies as the most appropriate providers of health care to the community through optimum therapeutic use of drugs, drug management and related services. Inside this framework, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia recognises that the role of the pharmacy assistant and the dispensary assistant has become increasingly important in supporting these health care services, and is committed to providing up-todate training services. Within the scope of the National Secretariat, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) – Provider number 0452 and is approved to deliver nationally recognised training to pharmacy assistants working in community pharmacy.

Contacts During your training you may need to contact someone from Guild Training. In most cases you will need to contact your Guild Trainer. Their contact details will be provided to you. Below is a list of additional contacts that you may need in your state Branch. The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NSW Branch - Guild Training Contacts Branch Training Contacts

Telephone

02 9467 7130

Email

[email protected]

Branch Enquiries Training Administration

02 9467 7130

[email protected]

Pharmacy and Pharmacist Only Medicine(S2/S3) Enquiries

02 9467 7130

Please visit www.guild.org.au/nsw and click on the online enrolment form to register for this training.

Trainers

02 9467 7130

[email protected] 84 Christie St St Leonards NSW 2065

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