NZRC CORE Advanced

Course Summary

This is an advanced course designed for healthcare professionals who may be required to lead or participate in a team during a cardiac arrest or life-threatening emergency. Aligned with NZRC guidelines, it includes comprehensive pre-course learning and a full day of practical training, simulation, and assessment focused on advanced resuscitation and team leadership skills.

Ideal Participants

• General Practitioners – Participants can claim 12 CPD credits
• Dentists providing sedation – Completion of this course fulfils your Dental Council requirements.
• Registered Nurses working in acute clinical settings

Course Content

1. Structured team approach to resuscitation
2. Adult, child, and infant Basic Life Support (BLS)
3. Advanced airway management (LMAs, I-Gels, suction, OPAs, bag-mask ventilation)
4. Manual defibrillation and rhythm recognition
5. Use of emergency drugs
6. Cardiac arrest algorithms (shockable and non-shockable)
7. Management of peri-arrest conditions (e.g., anaphylaxis, sepsis, arrhythmias)
8. Leading and participating in resuscitation team scenarios
9. Debriefing and communication skills under pressure
10. Hands-on CPR using high-quality manikins with feedback systems

Duration

8 hours (face-to-face, including breaks)

You will receive a resuscitation manual and access to pre-learning materials three weeks before the course. A written assessment is required as part of the certification process.

Certification

After completing all assessments, the learner will receive their NZRC Advanced CORE certificate and be invited to provide feedback on their experience.

Cost

$506.00 per person (including GST). This fee includes food and refreshments on the day, as well as access to the pre-reading manual.