Oxygen Therapy

Overview

This Oxygen Therapy Administration course teaches how to safely and effectively deliver oxygen to casualties with breathing difficulties in emergency or clinical settings.

Learners will understand when oxygen is required, how to administer it correctly, and the safety precautions for handling and storing compressed gases.

The course is ideal for qualified First Aiders, Emergency First Aiders, healthcare professionals, dental practitioners, and others working in environments where oxygen is available for patient care.

Details

What will I learn on this course?

By the end of this training, you will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and benefits of oxygen therapy
• Recognise when oxygen administration is appropriate
• Understand contraindications and safety risks of compressed gases
• Apply safe handling, storage, and health and safety protocols
• Conduct operational checks on oxygen equipment
• Identify oxygen therapy needs based on casualty condition
• Deliver oxygen using appropriate flow rates and delivery devices
• Follow best practice and organisational protocols when administering oxygen

Certification

Successful candidates will receive a Level 3 accredited and nationally recognised qualification, valid for 3 years.