HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide first aid

This course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to respond confidently in emergency situations. Participants learn to provide first aid, perform CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) until professional help arrives.

• Duration: 4 to 6 hours (online theory + 4 hours practical session)
• Delivery Method: Blended (Online + Classroom)
• Certification: Statement of Attainment (refresh CPR every 12 months and first aid every 3 years)
• Cost: $120 (fee for service). Fees can vary depending on your eligibility, for example if the course is part of a funded program or traineeship. Contact us to confirm what you'll pay.
• Payment Options: Credit card, direct payment

Who This Course Is For

• Workers required to hold a first aid certificate for their role
• Community volunteers and carers
• Staff in hospitality, construction, events, and other industries

These skills prepare learners to respond effectively to emergencies at work, at home, or in the community.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Participants need to be able to kneel on the floor and perform two minutes of uninterrupted CPR on a manikin.

What You'll Learn

Learners develop practical first aid skills including:

• Assessing and responding to emergency situations
• Performing CPR and placing someone in the recovery position
• Responding to injuries such as bleeding, burns, fractures, choking, and allergic reactions
• Using an AED safely
• Recording and reporting incidents accurately

Delivery Approach

• Online theory: Pre-learning modules completed at your own pace to cover essential first aid knowledge
• Practical session: A hands-on session to practise and demonstrate first aid skills under trainer supervision

Further Studies

• HLTAID012 Provide first aid in an education and care setting
• HLTAID014 Provide advanced first aid

Assessment

• Online knowledge assessment
• Scenario-based practical demonstrations of first aid techniques
• CPR performed on adult and infant manikins