Building Life-Saving Skills: First Aid and CPR Training with Ambulance Victoria
First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) refer to the immediate, hands-on techniques used to stabilise a person experiencing a medical emergency—ranging from cuts and burns to cardiac arrest—until professional help arrives. Ambulance Victoria, the state's official emergency medical service provider, recently partnered with Max Solutions RTO 0667 to deliver specialised training directly to our learners. This session was a targeted investment in workplace safety for students entering physically demanding, hazard-prone industries.
Why This Training Matters for AHC30716 Certificate III Students
Our students studying the AHC30722 Certificate III are training for careers that regularly involve sharp tools, heavy machinery, and hazardous chemicals. These environments carry inherent risks, and the ability to respond quickly and correctly in the first moments of an emergency can make a critical difference in outcomes.
Through this training, learners developed the practical skills and confidence to independently manage common on-site incidents, including:
Cuts and lacerations
Burns
Allergic reactions
By learning directly from Ambulance Victoria, students gained not just theoretical knowledge but real-world, industry-endorsed techniques for stabilising injuries before paramedics or other medical professionals arrive on scene.
Contextualising Learning Through the SEE Program These learners are part of the Advanced Stream of the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program, a national initiative designed to build foundational and vocational skills for job seekers. Within the Advanced Stream, Vocational Education and Training (VET) is contextualised alongside tailored Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) support, ensuring that technical training is reinforced with the communication and comprehension skills learners need to succeed both in the classroom and on the job.
This integrated approach means that a session like First Aid and CPR training isn't delivered in isolation—it's woven into a broader curriculum that supports learners holistically, addressing both vocational competency and essential life skills.
About the SEE Program
The SEE Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations and delivered by Max Solutions RTO 0667. This partnership ensures learners receive nationally recognised, high-quality training that prepares them for meaningful employment across a range of industries.
Looking Ahead
Sessions like this First Aid and CPR training highlight our commitment to equipping learners with practical, potentially life-saving skills alongside their vocational qualifications. By collaborating with expert organisations like Ambulance Victoria, we continue to ensure our students are job-ready, safety-conscious, and confident in real-world emergency situations.