Beyond Basic Airway Management

This course provides a structured and practical approach to upper airway management, designed for Intensive Care, Emergency, and Anaesthetics trainees, as well as a valuable refresher for consultants. Common airway challenges such as difficult intubation and tracheostomy complications are covered in depth. Key themes include recognizing high-risk airways and mastering advanced rescue techniques to prevent airway disasters.

Course Highlights:

• Pre-course reading material and MCQs for preparation
• E-learning modules and interactive classroom lectures
• Hands-on skill stations focused on rescue techniques and crisis decision-making

CICM & ANZCA Approved:

• Meets CICM’s Advanced Airway curriculum requirements (2014)
• ANZCA CPD Program approved: claim this CICO course as an emergency response activity (ER-15-CICO-004)

The Course will cover

• Direct and indirect laryngoscopy (video laryngoscopy)
• Laryngeal mask airways
• Bronchoscopy and fibre-optic intubation
• Tracheostomy and cricothyrotomy
• Intubation planning, airway assessment Endotracheal tube exchange
• Acute upper airway obstruction