CALS Course

We are a vibrant and experienced faculty of senior nurses and doctors and we look forward to learning on the journey with you.

Gold Coast CALS is a one-day simulation course on the management of the deteriorating cardiothoracic surgery patient. We have a generous balance of lectures, practical sessions and graded simulations that suit all skill sets.   CALS is designed for any nursing or medical staff that work in the peri-operative, ICU, cardiothoracic or ward call settings.

The course fee includes :

• Pre course E-learning package
• ANZ CALS handbook
• A great interactive day of learning
• Post course certificate
• Most importantly delicious catering throughout the day

Some specific skills covered include:

• Systematic assessment and management of the deteriorating patient
• The CALS protocol
• Emergency re-sternotomy, internal cardiac massage and defibrillation
• Emergency pacing and pacemaker trouble shooting (trans-cutaneous and temporary pacemaker)
• Teamwork essentials

Price: GCUH Nursing Staff Free* GCUH Medical Staff $200 p/p*  Non GCUH Staff $700 p/p*

*rates offered at organisers discretion, 85% refund policy applies if notified 30 days prior

Tickets 

Location: Gold Coast University Hospital, PED Building (Building E) Simulation Centre on level one, 1 Hospital Blvd, Southport QLD 4215, Australia.

Date/Time: 12^th/13^th May, 25/26^th august 2025

Course Coordinator Chris Hebel   e) Chris.Hebel@health.qld.gov.au  m) 0414 540 103