HLTAID011 Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Course Overview
Gain the confidence to act in an emergency. This practical course covers key first aid skills, including CPR, wound care, and how to respond to a range of medical situations. Suitable for workplaces, community settings, or anyone looking to be emergency-ready.

Duration: 1-day course (with pre-course online learning)

Delivery: Face to face

Cost: Standard enrolment fee of $180 per person



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This training is subsidised by the NSW Government (subject to the students’ eligibility and funding availability).
Audience
This course is designed for individuals who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. It is particularly relevant for:
- Employees in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, hospitality, and logistics, where workplace injuries are more prevalent.
- Designated workplace first aiders, as required by Safe Work Australia guidelines for businesses with more than 25 employees.
- Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace health and safety compliance.
- Volunteers and community workers who may encounter emergency situations.
- General public members seeking to improve their emergency response capabilities.
The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid unit equips participants with the skills and knowledge to respond to a casualty using first aid techniques aligned with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other national clinical guidelines. This includes managing incidents involving unconsciousness, bleeding, fractures, burns, and other medical emergencies.
The HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit focuses specifically on life-saving CPR techniques and is suitable for anyone who may need to respond to cardiac emergencies. It is also delivered as a stand-alone course for those seeking CPR certification only. This training covers guidelines set by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and is essential for organisations aiming to meet legislative obligations and foster a culture of safety and preparedness. Participants will gain practical, hands-on experience and confidence to act decisively in emergency situations.
Job Outcomes
Jobs can include: first aid officers
Course Information
This course is designed for individuals who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. It is particularly relevant for:
- Employees in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, hospitality, and logistics, where workplace injuries are more prevalent.
- Designated workplace first aiders, as required by Safe Work Australia guidelines for businesses with more than 25 employees.
- Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace health and safety compliance.
- Volunteers and community workers who may encounter emergency situations.
- General public members seeking to improve their emergency response capabilities.
The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid unit equips participants with the skills and knowledge to respond to a casualty using first aid techniques aligned with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other national clinical guidelines. This includes managing incidents involving unconsciousness, bleeding, fractures, burns, and other medical emergencies.
The HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit focuses specifically on life-saving CPR techniques and is suitable for anyone who may need to respond to cardiac emergencies. It is also delivered as a stand-alone course for those seeking CPR certification only. This training covers guidelines set by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and is essential for organisations aiming to meet legislative obligations and foster a culture of safety and preparedness. Participants will gain practical, hands-on experience and confidence to act decisively in emergency situations.
Students are required to:
- Be 15 years of age or over at the time of course commencement
- Provide proof of identity, Photo ID
- Have completed Australian Year 10 or equivalent
All students are required to complete a brief Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) self-assessment (and, if needed, an LLND Assessment Test) as part of the enrolment process. This helps ensure the course is a good fit and that you have the skills needed to successfully participate. Where appropriate, support options may be discussed based on your results.
To check your suitability against the expected levels of Foundation Skills needed to participate in the Training product successfully please access the information using the link below:
Learners need access to suitable technology to complete the course. This includes a laptop, desktop computer, or another device with a reliable internet connection and browsing capabilities and word processing programs like Word and spreadsheet applications such as Excel, as well as an installed PDF Reader.
This qualification will be delivered through face-to-face workshops and online pre-work.
National
1 day course with pre-course online learning.
Key topics include but are not limited to:
- how to perform CPR
- how to use a defibrillator (AED)
- treating costs, burns and broken bones
- basic steps to full in an emergency
Access the full list by downloading the information pack
This course has a standard enrolment fee of $180 per person.
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