First Aid Course
Learn the essential skills and knowledge to respond confidently and effectively in emergency situations. Delivered by experienced trainers, this course equips you to provide immediate first aid in line with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, workplace, legal, and community standards.
We offer training across Victoria, including the Mornington Peninsula, Horsham, Mildura, and Wagga Wagga, making it convenient for you to access high-quality instruction near you.
What You’ll Learn This course teaches:
Recognising and responding to emergencies.
Assessing casualties and providing immediate first aid.
Using resources like CPR techniques, defibrillators, and autoinjectors for anaphylaxis.
Assisting with asthma, choking, fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains, and envenomation.
Managing casualties with non-life-threatening bleeding and shock.
Understanding basic anatomy and physiology for adults, children, and infants.
Completing written and verbal incident reports.
Recognising psychological impacts and seeking help as needed.
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Your certificate will include the following nationally recognized units:
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
HLTAID010 - Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
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Course durations vary depending on delivery method. The minimum times are:
Refresher (Face-to-Face): 6 hours
BlendedDelivery (Face-to-Face): 6 hours
Face-to-Face Full Course: 7 hours 30 minutes
Online with Face-to-Face Assessment: 1 hour
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To participate, students must:
Have the physical capacity to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and rescue breathing techniques on manikins.
For online study, have access to an electronic device with internet connectivity to complete pre-course work.
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This certificate is valid for 36 months. Renewal is recommended every three years to maintain currency.
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Enrolment in this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. For detailed information on rights, responsibilities, complaints, and appeals, please refer to the Student Handbook.
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Performance Tasks & Practical Scenarios:
Perform CPR on an adult (including AED use and recovery position).
Complete a first aid incident report based on a simulated scenario.
Perform CPR on an infant.
Manage casualties with:
Anaphylaxis
Asthma
Choking
Non-life-threatening bleeding and shock (including minor wound cleaning).
Nosebleeds
Fractures and dislocations
Sprains and strains
Envenomation (e.g., snake or spider bite).
Theory Assessment:
A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.
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Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.
Learning I can follow instructions, ask for help, and learn from feedback.
Reading I can read short texts like signs and step-by-step instructions.
Writing I can write short notes or fill out a simple form.
Oral Communication I can listen carefully and speak clearly in a classroom environment.
Numeracy I can count and use simple numbers.
Why Train with Us?
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Convenient Locations
Courses available in Mornington Peninsula, Horsham, Mildura, and Wagga Wagga.
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Expert Trainers
Learn from healthcare professionals with extensive real-world experience.
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Fast Certification
Receive your nationally recognized certificate promptly upon completion.
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Fast Turnaround
Receive your certificate promptly after completion.
