Elevate your capacity to respond effectively in emergencies by enrolling in our HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course at Skills Training College.
This nationally recognised training not only instils confidence in your ability to handle diverse first aid scenarios but also amplifies your employability in a range of industries.
Embark on the journey to become a capable first aid responder – enrol in our HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course today and join the league of skilled and confident individuals ready to make a difference.
Looking to get certified in first aid? The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Course is your go-to option. It’s the current, nationally recognised certificate and holds its validity for three years. Just remember, you’ll need to renew the CPR unit every year to stay up-to-date.
Before you start, you’ll need a unique student identifier (USI), which you can easily get using your driver’s license or Medicare number. The CPR training in this course follows the Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines, ensuring you’re learning the latest methods.
The course covers these essential units:
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (BELS)
This course isn’t just for personal knowledge; it’s an accredited comprehensive first aid course suitable for workplace requirements. It covers everything you need to know for providing first aid in a professional setting. If your job requires formal first aid certification, this is the course you should consider.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
HLTAID011 Provide first aid is a comprehensive training course that empowers you with essential skills to handle a diverse range of emergency situations with confidence.
During this first aid course, you will learn a range of emergency first aid response skills, including wound cleaning and dressing, correct usage of an Epi-Pen, the importance of the recovery position, providing basic emergency life support, and accurately describing an emergency situation over the phone to assist emergency responders.
The course will also teach you how to safely manage:
Vomiting
Choking
Asthma
Bleeding
Anaphylaxis
Shock
Broken bones
Dislocations, fractures, sprains, and strains
Our comprehensive first aid course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle emergency first aid situations like a pro!
Provide information to enable preparation of an incident report
Communicate effectively and assertively in an incident
Read and follow Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines
Physical requirements
Students must be able to kneel and perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on an adult manikin placed on the floor. They also must be able to perform the same on an infant manikin placed on a firm surface.
Prerequisites:
There are no formal prerequisites for the units included in this course. However, Skills Training College’s training and assessment delivery strategy requires that before the course, learners complete all pre-course learning.
COURSE DELIVERY
Our comprehensive 3 hour in-class first aid training and assessment are conducted entirely face-to-face. During this session, you’ll complete all theoretical and practical aspects of the course under the watchful eye of our experienced and accredited first aid trainer.
Before you come to the training, it’s essential to go through the first aid learner guide. The time it takes to finish both the guide and the training can vary, depending on your prior knowledge, experience, and skills.
COURSE FEES & PAYMENT OPTIONS
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is offered at Skills Training College for $85.00!
Using our convenient, secure online booking platform you can pay for your course today using any Mastercard or Visa credit or debit card.
Adelaide - Grenfell Street Level 2, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide 5000 Australia
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid & CPR
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm
85.00
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HLTAID011 Provide First Aid covers a range of skills including basic emergency life support, CPR techniques, handling common injuries like fractures, snakebites, and burns, and managing emergency situations using DRSABCD protocol. It also includes training in using a defibrillator (AED) and applying pressure immobilisation for snakebites, among other first aid skills.
In Australia, while first aid certificates don’t have a set expiry date, it’s generally advised to renew them every three years, following the recommendations of Safe Work Australia and the Australian Resuscitation Council. For certain courses, like Provide First Aid (HLTAID011), renewal every three years is essential to maintain validity.
The frequency of renewal can differ based on your job and the particular course you’ve completed. For instance, the Australian Resuscitation Council strongly recommends refreshing your CPR skills yearly.
It’s crucial to consult with your industry body or employer to meet their specific renewal requirements. If you’re acquiring a first aid certificate for personal use, not as a workplace requirement, there aren’t any formal rules for renewal, but it’s still advisable to update your certification regularly.
The cost of a first aid certificate in Australia can vary depending on the course and location. Skills Training College provides the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course for a one off cost of $85.00, with the certificate issued on the same day.
In Australia, acquiring a first aid certificate requires completing a training course offered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like Skills Training College. The most frequently taken course for this purpose is the Provide First Aid course (HLTAID011), which encompasses a variety of first aid response situations.
You’ll need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to enrol, which can be obtained using a driver’s license or Medicare number. Complete the mandatory reading of the first aid learner guide and attend the training course, which includes both theoretical and practical assessments.
The length of a first aid training course can vary. For instance, the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course typically involves 5.5 hours of face-to-face training and assessment. However, the total time commitment may differ in relation to the pre-course reading, based on the learner’s prior knowledge and skills.
Yes, the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course includes CPR training. It is hands on training that covers performing CPR on both adult and infant mannequins and is a crucial part of the curriculum.
DRSABCD is an acronym used in emergency first aid response, to represent a step-by-step method to approach emergency situations: Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR, and Defibrillation.
Yes, international students are welcome to enrol in the Provide First Aid course (HLTAID011) at Skills Training College. The courses are available to both domestic and international students, ensuring a diverse learning environment. However, international students should ensure they meet the necessary requirements, such as having a Unique Student Identifier (USI), before enrolling.
To enrol in the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course, you need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI), which can be obtained with a driver’s license or Medicare number. Additionally, it’s important to complete the mandatory reading of the first aid learner guide prior to attending the training. There are no specific educational prerequisites, making the course accessible to a wide range of participants.
Yes, the first aid qualification courses offered by Skills Training College, including the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course, are accredited. They are designed to meet the national standards for first aid training in Australia, ensuring that participants receive recognised and valid certifications upon successful completion. This accreditation is particularly important for those needing formal first aid certification for workplace compliance or professional requirements.
Yes, an Advanced First Aid course can be done to learn more complex first aid techniques. Currently Skills Training College does not offer an advanced first aid course but our sister company, FirstAidPro, does.
No, this course does not cover mental health first aid techniques. To learn these skills you will need to attend a specific Mental Health First Aid course.
No this is not an entirely online course. This course is delivered as a blended delivery course meaning you will complete some online training before attending a practical, face-to-face session with an experienced first aid trainer.
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