The recognised training program to undertake spirometry assessments
The performance of spirometry is undertaken in a wide range of areas to measure thoracic health and includes health assessments for workplace monitoring and pre-employment medicals. This spirometry training program offered by KINNECT Training equips you with he skills and knowledge to perform spirometry assessments confidently and effectively contribute to the interpretation of results. Successful completion of this program also allows you to gain a recognised qualification and meet the requirements to undertake assessments for the Queensland Coal Mining Industry as required by Queensland Health.
Flexible Industry Leading Training
- Blended program – online theory and comprehensive face to face practical program
- Start immediately on approved payment
- Australia wide delivery – in class and on site
- Face to face component (6 hours) at your place or ours
The KINNECT Training Guarantee
KINNECT Training wants you to be confident and capable in your role in workplace drug and alcohol testing. If in the following 12 months of completing your course you would like to confirm your knowledge and skills you are welcome to come to any scheduled public face to face course for this Course in Spirometry – it’s on us! (subject to course seat availability).
Enrolment
Class enrolment can be made directly through this website by following the links below. With this method immediate access is provided to the online theory learning components and we will be in contact to confirm your practical session attendance.
Company and large group pricing is available. Please contact us through the links below or call 1300 591 548 for more information. We are able to provide training around Australia and on-site in your business or clinic.
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Duration
Blended Delivery Program
Get started now and study when it suits you!
This course is available in a blended format by completing online course theory through our learning management software. Once ready, either book a time for a face to face practical session or we can arrange to come to you (minimum numbers apply). This method of delivery allows you to get the valuable theoretical background at your own pace and get to apply your knowledge in a practical way.
- Online Theory – 4 hours
- Face to face practical session – 6 hours
Note – It is recommended that you purchase the book Pocket guide to spirometry / David P Johns and Rob Pierce. It is available as an ebook from Google Books (available immediately) or a hard copy version is available through various book sellers. All other course materials and equipment are provided by KINNECT Training.
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Award / Qualification
Course in Spirometry
Successful completion of this course will result in the issue of a Statement of Completion for attending a Spirometry Training Workshop that meets Standards for the Delivery of Spirometry for Coal Mine Workers as outlined by the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand.
Nationally Recognised Accreditation Pathway
Also available to KINNECT Training students is a pathway to have your qualification nationally recognised through the unit HLTHPS004 – Measure spirometry. Successful completion of the required assessments results in the awarding of the above unit of competency and could form part of the completion of a relevant qualification.
KINNECT Training works in conjunction with Trainwest (RTO#51807) to assess this course and the Statement of Attainment will be issued by Trainwest.
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What you will Learn
What you will Learn
The following describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a client for spirometry, complete the spirometry test and to provide a report as an aid to the diagnosis and management of ventilatory impairment.
This unit applies to any health worker who takes spirometry measurements. Spirometry measurement is commonly conducted in hospitals, respiratory physicians rooms, general practitioner (GP) rooms, pharmacies and pathology collection centres.
The skills in this unit is applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice which includes Standards for the Delivery of Spirometry for Coal Mine Workers as outlined by the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand in 2017.
At the completion of this program it is expected that the students can demonstrate their knowledge and apply the practical skills in the following areas as necessary to meet the standards of the Nationally Recognised unit of competency and the required standard for performing spirometry for the assessment and monitoring of coal mine workers’ lung function noted by the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand.
1. Prepare spirometer and materials for use 1.1 Check cleanliness and functionality of spirometer and other materials
1.2 Validate or calibrate spirometer in accordance with manufacturer specifications
2. Prepare client for procedure 2.1 Greet client courteously and identify self
2.2 Identify client following organisation and regulatory procedures
2.3 Obtain, read, and accurately record client information, in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
2.4 Identify and responds to contraindications for performing spirometry within scope of own job role
2.5 Obtain clarifications from requesting health professional when necessary
2.6 Take accurate client measurements, consider other inputs and calculate reference values from established value sets
2.7 Seat client correctly for procedure
3. Perform spirometry 3.1 Initialise equipment to commence recording and record additional information
3.2 Coach client through procedure with the provision of continuous instruction, encouragement and reassurance
3.3 Observe client throughout the procedure for ability to continue
3.4 Identify recording as technically correct
3.5 Provide client with feedback on performance
3.6 Repeat spirometry as necessary to comply with current standards for repeatability
3.7 Make technically acceptable measurements according to current standards
3.8 Select indices for report in accordance with current standards
3.9 Identify the need for administration of a bronchodilator in accordance with current standards and medical officer request
3.10 Allow sufficient time for peak effect from bronchodilator and repeat spirometry
3.11 Identify and respond to clinical emergencies in accordance with organisation emergency procedures
4. Complete spirometry measurement 4.1 Assist client as required on completion of procedure
4.2 Review follow up arrangements with client
4.3 Respond appropriately to client s questions
4.4 Dispose of or clean materials in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, and infection control guidelines
4.5 Clean, restock and store equipment according to manufacturer s guidelines
4.6 Complete report to technically acceptable standards, provide a provisional interpretation of results and forward to physician for final interpretation
4.7 Forward report and interpretation to requesting medical officer
4.8 Enter details of client and test completed on to database and/or hospital information system
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Target Audience
The following describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a client for spirometry, complete the spirometry test and to provide a report as an aid to the diagnosis and management of ventilatory impairment.
This unit applies to any health worker who takes spirometry measurements. Spirometry measurement is commonly conducted in hospitals, respiratory physicians rooms, general practitioner (GP) rooms, pharmacies and pathology collection centres.
The skills in this unit is applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice which includes Standards for the Delivery of Spirometry for Coal Mine Workers as outlined by the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand in 2017.
There are no pre-requisites for participation in this program but a sound knowledge of human physiology is recommended. This program is directed at medical and allied health professionals required to perform spirometry assessments and contribute to the interpretation of results. Successful completion of this program allows you to gain a nationally recognised qualification and meet the requirements to undertake assessments for the Queensland Coal Mining Industry as required by Queensland Health.
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Dates & Availability
The below dates and availability only relate to Face to Face bookings
Start Date End Date Location Places Available 8:45am Tue 30/04/2019 3:30pm Tue 30/04/2019 BRISBANE (Woolloongabba) 11 8:45am Sat 25/05/2019 3:30pm Sat 25/05/2019 BRISBANE (Woolloongabba) 5 8:45am Wed 12/06/2019 3:30pm Wed 12/06/2019 BRISBANE (Woolloongabba) 12 8:45am Tue 02/07/2019 3:30pm Tue 02/07/2019 ROCKHAMPTON 12 8:45am Sat 06/07/2019 3:30pm Sat 06/07/2019 BRISBANE (Woolloongabba) 12 8:45am Wed 10/07/2019 3:30pm Wed 10/07/2019 MACKAY 12 -
Pricing
Face to FaceSingle Person Booking$650 ppComprehensive blended program - online theory and face to face practicalStart immediately!
Public and in-house courses
Ongoing trainer support
Delivered Australia wideFace to FaceMultiple Person Booking$595 ppComprehensive blended program - online theory and face to face practicalStart immediately!
Public and in-house courses
Ongoing trainer support
Delivered Australia wideOn-SiteDelivered in-house from$495 ppComprehensive blended program - online theory with face to face practical delivered at your workplaceImmediate online student access
Ongoing trainer support
Delivered Australia wide
Minimum numbers apply
Travel related costs may apply in some circumstances
