Skills Training College, a respected registered training organisation Australia wide, offers a diverse array of superior vocational education courses in Darwin. Included in our extensive range are courses in first aid and CPR, designed for anyone eager to acquire these crucial life-saving skills.
As a trusted training provider, accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority, we take pride in offering Darwin’s finest CPR and first aid courses. Our seasoned instructors provide you with the chance to learn essential first aid techniques and knowledge, not only pivotal in saving lives but also beneficial for your career advancement. Upon completing a first aid or CPR course with us, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate, showcasing your safety commitment and empathy to prospective employers, and you might also forge new friendships.
With a variety of courses, numerous options, and different levels of instruction, we ensure there’s a course that perfectly fits your learning needs.
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The nationally accredited HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course, is crucial for acquiring the necessary skills to respond to emergencies, accidents, and various critical situations. This first aid course teaches vital emergency response skills including proper wound cleaning and dressing, the correct usage of an Epi-Pen, understanding the crucial recovery position, delivering basic emergency life support, and effectively communicating emergency situations over the phone to assist medical responders. Additionally, the course covers safe management techniques for diverse first aid scenarios such as:
Vomiting
Choking
Asthma
Bleeding
Anaphylaxis
Shock
Broken bones
Dislocations, fractures, sprains, and strains
Our first aid training courses comprise of three (3) hours of in-person, hands-on training. Your session will consist of reading course material, presentations, and practical activities, concluding with assessment activities. Upon your successful completion, you will be awarded with a nationally recognised first aid certificate.
Taking a first aid course is essential for anyone and everyone. It’s importance cannot be overestimated. By taking a first aid course, you will be able to make a difference when it really counts. Emergencies can occur in the workplace, out on the street, or at any place or any time. Knowing first aid puts the power to step in and assist during times of crisis into your hands.
First aid is essential to any workplace. It’s not just for doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other health professional. In fact, there’s no profession to whom first aid certificates are not beneficial in some way.
Understanding first aid and CPR is crucial. Medical emergencies can happen unexpectedly, and without these essential skills, you won’t be able to render effective assistance. In such situations, there’s no time to learn first aid on the spot; you need to have this knowledge beforehand, which is best acquired through an accredited course.
If you have already attained first aid certification, consider taking further studies to ensure your skills are up to date and that you can truly step into any first aid incident. Other specialty course offerings include our advanced first aid course and childcare first aid courses.
The designated title for a CPR training program is HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. This course is designed to instruct students in identifying cardiac emergencies and enacting the appropriate intervention techniques.
CPR, a critical component of first aid, stands as a distinct field of study. A CPR course specifically caters to those familiar with first aid but not CPR, or for those with limited time to undertake a full first aid course but still wish to contribute effectively in emergency situations.
Enrolling in a CPR course, you will master the necessary procedures for performing CPR, including mnemonic tools to retain these procedures long-term. The course also covers the variations in administering CPR to adults versus children. Upon completion of the 90-minute in-person training, participants receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment, validating their newly acquired skills and knowledge.
Skills Training College’s Darwin CPR courses are conducted from our training venue at Double Tree Hilton, Level 5, 116 The Esplanade. Our first aid courses are available for $39 per person.
The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) emphasises the importance of renewing CPR training annually. This regular refreshment is key to keeping these vital skills instinctive. In any emergency requiring CPR, it’s crucial to have these procedures deeply ingrained, so you can act swiftly and confidently without hesitation.
CPR refresher courses are the same as regular CPR courses in every aspect. Courses last for 90 minutes, cost $39 per person, and are conducted from our training room at Level 1/345 Ann Street in Darwin’s CBD.
Skills Training College’s first aid and CPR courses are accessible with minimal entry prerequisites. No prior academic or professional qualifications are required for enrollment. Nevertheless, students must satisfy these basic criteria:
Adequate written and verbal English skills are necessary for understanding course materials and successfully completing training and assessments.
Students must be at least 18 years old, or have valid consent from a parent or guardian.
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number is required for enrollment. If you have previously studied, you may already possess one, which can be retrieved through an online search.
A fundamental level of fitness and physical capability is essential.
Skills Training College stands out as a trusted training organisation, offering exceptional first aid and CPR courses Australia wide.
If you discover a more affordable first aid or CPR course in Darwin, we will match the price.
We offer a wide array of dates and times to accommodate any schedule.
Receive your certification on the same day, showcasing your skills right away.
Our courses are recognised across Australia, allowing you to apply your skills nationwide.
Our courses are accessible to both domestic and international students.
No, a first aid certificate does not expire. However, first aid is constantly changing and evolving, and as such it is strongly recommended that first aid refresher training be taken every three years to ensure that your skills and knowledge remain current.
Skills Training College offers refresher first aid courses in Darwin to ensure your first aid experience never falls behind.
Like a first aid certificate, CPR training does not technically expire but should be updated regularly with refresher training. The Australian Resuscitation Council recommends taking CPR refresher training every twelve months.
If your first aid certification is lost or stolen, simply reach out to us and we can provide you with the steps that you need to take in order to receive a replacement.
While our courses have online theory elements that can be completed at your leisure, both first aid and CPR require practical skills that can only be evaluated through face-to-face training and assessment activities. As such, our first aid training Darwin courses must be completed on-site.
Completing a CPR course is part of a first aid certification. As such, a first aid qualification can be considered further learning from a CPR course. Advanced resuscitation qualifications are another example.
Completing a first aid course opens up several avenues of further learning in the field of first aid. These advanced first aid courses include:
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in a remote or isolated site
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources
Not all of these qualifications are available through Skills Training College.
These courses are assessed through practical training and assessment activities.
First aid courses test your first aid response knowledge and first aid skills. Skills you will be tested on include your ability to provide basic emergency life support. There may also be written evaluation.
CPR assessment consists entirely of being observed on your ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Skills Training College offers a wide range of nationally accredited courses. In addition to our first aid courses in Darwin we offer training in various hospitality, healthcare, security, and construction disciplines to name only a few.
Take a look at the courses tab at the top of our website for a complete list of all the training courses that we currently have on offer. There’s sure to be something that suits your career.
Anyone and everyone should take a first aid or CPR course, not just medical professionals. Knowing these vital, life-saving skills can help you make a real difference on the scene of an emergency.
Outside of medical and healthcare professionals, a first aid or CPR certificate is particularly beneficial to anyone who works with children, whether it’s at home or in one of the country’s education sectors.
Emergencies can occur anywhere, even around the office. As such, we also highly recommend first aid workplace training to ensure you’re ready to assist in a first aid situation, no matter what the emergency is. First Aid and CPR training shows your commitment and passion to your workplace and can help open pathways to continuing professional development.
Yes, participants in Skills Training College’s first aid and CPR courses must be at least 18 years old. However, younger individuals can enroll with the consent of a parent or guardian. This age requirement ensures that students are mature enough to grasp the course content and perform the necessary skills effectively.
Participants should have a basic level of fitness and physical ability to perform first aid and CPR techniques. These skills often require physical exertion, such as performing chest compressions during CPR. It’s important for students to be physically capable of executing these tasks to ensure effective learning and application in real-life scenarios. Keep in mind that STC recently had a paraplegic student successfully complete out CPR course.
Absolutely! Skills Training College welcomes both domestic and international students. Our courses are CRICOS approved, meaning they are open to international participants. Whether you’re a local resident or from abroad, you can enroll in our first aid and CPR courses and gain these critical life-saving skills.