NZRC CORE Advanced

Course Summary

This is an advanced course designed for healthcare professionals who may be required to lead or be part of 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 or high-risk environments

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 (plus required pre-learning)

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.

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