First Aid Course & CPR
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100% Gold Coast First Aid Courses
We run Daily courses at Varsity or Coomera, or we can come to your workplace and train your team.
The Provide First Aid HLTAID003 Course is the workplace qualification for Australia, we deliver our training in a FUN and relaxed environment, jamed packed with scenarios so you can practice your skills.
This qualification includes Provide First Aid HLTAID003 and Provide CPR HLTAID001.
First Aid students will receive the following on successful completion of this course:
Wallet Card Certificate, First Aid Kit, Text Book and a DRSABCD Wall Chart
Our First Aid training courses on the Gold Coast include:
- Free street parking
- 2 locations for public, Varsity and Coomera
- Free First Aid kit
- Wallet card certificate
- First Aid text book
- DRSABCD wall chart
Previously known as Senior First Aid, Provide First Aid HLTAID003 is the workplace Level 2 Australian standard for the workplace First Aider.
Provide First Aid is a 1 day face to face training course.
Pre-reading of the ABC First Aid guide is required if you are completing this course for the first time.
First Aid Course Description
Objective of First Aid Course:
To provide participants with the knowledge to administer First Aid care and treatment in the workplace or in personal situations. Provide First Aid covers adults, children & babies in a wide range of emergency situations.
Course Content | What we Cover:
- Determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council
- Provide First Aid response, life support, management of casualty(s) and other First Aiders until the arrival of medics or other assistance.
Law and Regulation:
- Duty of care
- Consent & recording
- Negligence
Working knowledge of:
- DRSABCD
- Two (2) minutes of uninterrupted CPR
- Procedures for dealing with major and minor injury and illness
- Priorities of management in First Aid when dealing with life threatening conditions
- Basic occupational health and safety requirements in the provision of First Aid
- Infection control principles and procedures
- Chain of survival
- Understanding and use of an Automated External Defibrillator ( AED)
First Aid management of:
- Abdominal injuries
- Allergic reactions
- Altered or loss of consciousness
- Bleeding
- Burns
- Cardiac arrest; heart conditions
- Casualty with signs of no life
- Chest pain
- Choking/airway obstruction
- Injuries: cold and crush injuries; eye and ear injuries; head, neck and spinal injuries; minor skin injuries; needle stick injuries; soft tissue injuries
- All bites and stings
- Environmental impact such as hypothermia, hyperthermia, dehydration, heat stroke
- Fractures
- Medical conditions, including, epilepsy, diabetes and asthma
- Near drowning
- Poisoning and toxic substances (including chemical contamination)
- Shock
- Stroke, substance misuse – common drugs and alcohol, including illicit drugs
- Awareness of stress management techniques and available support
Course Entry Requirements
Participants must be 14 years or older. Participants under the age of 18 are required to provide a consent form completed by their legal guardian which can be accessed by clicking here. There are no qualification pre-requisites for this course however it is recommended that participants have sufficient literacy, language and numeracy skills to successfully complete the course. Examples of these are: basic writing skills, ability to understand English and verbal communication, ability to count to 30, calculate basic ratios, use a timer and tell the time. If a participant feels they need individual support in any of these areas please contact our Administration Manager on 07 55205068 or by clicking here
Physical Requirement
There is a physical component to this first aid course. Participants will be required to participate in role play activities, practical assessments and be able to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on a manikin placed on the floor.
If you feel there could be some difficulties with mobility or performing basic tasks please contact us prior to training to discuss any concerns on 07 55205068 or online by clicking here.
Course Duration:
Up to 3 hours of pre course reading and 7 hours face to face
Standard Course Fee:
$110 per participant (Course fees include all training materials)
Student/Concession Fee:
$100 Must be able to present a valid student card/concession card or seniors card on the day. Inability to present valid ID on the day will result in the balance of the standard fee being payable.
Student Resources: FAAE provides a range of student resources available to all participants which is accessible by clicking here. FAAE highly recommends if a participant has no previous First Aid experience that they complete pre-reading of the ABC of First Aid guide prior to attending the face to face training.
Training Assessment
First Aid Accident & Emergency offers a hands on approach to training with progressive assessments throughout the course. Assessments undertaken include: written/oral assessments, practical and role play demonstrations and completion of an incident report form. If a student is deemed not yet competent, additional training and support is available at no further cost.
Award and Certification
On successful completion of the required assessments the participant will receive a Statement of Attainment in the form of a wallet card for the nationally recognised units:
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Certification Renewal
Provide First Aid is required to be renewed every 3 years and Provide CPR is recommended to be renewed every 12 months as per the Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Q: Why is First Aid Important?
A: First Aid knowledge is extremely valuable for both you the individual and your community as it enables you to assist persons who become injured in the event of an accident or emergency situation until help arrives. First Aid skills can be applied in the home, the workplace or in public locations, thus the more First Aid certified people there are in a community the safer it becomes.
For more information on the importance of First Aid training click here.
Q: How much does your First Aid course cost?
A: Our Provide First Aid HLTAID003 training course (which includes the unit HLTAID001 Provide CPR and a First Aid kit) costs $110.00 per person and $100.00 for a concessional ticket. There is no GST or additional costs.
Q: How long does an Australian First Aid certificate last?
A: Provide First Aid requires renewal every 3 years from date of issue.
- CPR is valid for twelve (12) months from date of issue. The Australian Resuscitation Council recommends CPR to be renewed every 12 months
- Provide and emergency First Aid response in an education and care setting is valid for three (3) years from the date of issue
- As of the 1st of January 2014, Low Voltage rescue including CPR is valid for twelve (12) months as stated in the Electrical Safety Act 2002
- Advance resuscitation is valid for twelve (12) months from date of issue. The Australian Resuscitation Council recommends Advance resuscitation to be renewed every 12 months
Free Resource Downloads
Charts, posters, guides and other great tools for emergency preparedness.
Choking Child/Adult First Aid Poster
DRSABCD procedure for life support.
DRSABCD Life Support Wall Chart
DRSABCD procedure for life support.
Snake Bite First Aid Poster
A visual and textual poster outlining step-by-step the correct First Aid procedure for a snake bite.
Bites and Stings First Aid Chart
First Aid guide for bites and stings.
Choking Infant First Aid Poster
A poster step-by-step guide to First Aid for a choking infant.
Scalds and Burns First Aid Poster
First Aid guide for bites and stings.
Stroke First Aid Poster
A step-by-step guide to correct Stroke First Aid procedure.
First Aid Video Resources
Helpful First Aid video tutorials that could help you save a life in the event of an emergency.
DRSABCD Movie
First Aid Accident & Emergency have put together an in-depth look at DRSABCD – BLS – basic life support, this video will show you everything you need to know about checking for danger, how to get a response, sending for help, checking airway and breathing including what happens to a patient when they arrest from a heart attack, breaths and compressions and compressions only, using a defibrillator and more.
Concussion First Aid
This video will show you what concussion is and how it happens, the signs of concussions and what to look for. Learn how to look after someone that has received a head knock and when to call for help by doing our extensive training course.
Golf Course First Aid & Defibrillator Training
Here is Phil Soegaard , award winning Lake lands superintendent, Phil and his staff have been trained by the team at First Aid Accident & Emergency for over 5 years, the Golf Course have also purchased 2 CR PLUS Defibrillators and have 1 on a gold buggy and 1 in the golf club.
Given there have been over 20 heart attacks on Australian Gold Courses in the past 2 years, its recommended your gold course staff have training and equipment to handle any situation. Phil recommends the service and follow up from this first aid specialist organisation.
Customer Reviews
This course was exceptional in content and instructional ability
“As an ex Warrant Officer 1st Class from he NZ Army this course was exceptional in content and instructional ability A well organised and run course.”
– Darren Todd | Gold Coast | Rating: 5/5
First Aid Training at the Brisbane Showgrounds
“We trained all the team at the Brisbane Show Grounds in CPR and First Aid, they loved the LIVE training and the EKKA Bar room venue.”
– Brisbane Showgrounds | Rating: 5/5
First Aid Training on the Gold Coast with Nerang RSL
“Staff are saying this is the best First Aid training course that they have ever taken, gaining more knowledge and real experience that if ever unfortunately needed would be applied to help save somebody’s life.”
– Nerang RSL & Memorial Club First Aid Course | Rating: 5/5
Pacific Pines First Aid Training
FAAE went out to Pacific Pines State High School to train their Cert 3 in Fitness students for CPR and First Aid, this is what they said:
“We learnt so much actually working on a person with CPR, thanks Scott and the team at First Aid Accident & Emergency”
– Pacific Pines State High School | Rating: 5/5
It is the best First Aid session I have been to in the past four years
“I attended First Aid training today with Scott. It is the best First Aid session I have been to in the past four years. Scott’s interactive style and evident passion for this work was so refreshing and enjoyable – and it worked. I now have renewed confidence in my ability to respond appropriately. Thank you so much Scott”
– Susan | Gold Coast | Rating: 5/5
I will definitely be recommending this course!
“I would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to you both for the fantastic service you provided with the courses that both my Mum and I attended. From the phone call inquiry that I made, through to the day of the First Aid and CPR, your company was brilliant.
I will definitely be recommending this course!”
– Claire Stonehouse | Gold Coast | Rating: 5/5
Little Souls Taking Big Steps
“I just wanted to say that I have never had such an amazing trainer who made the day feel so relaxed, engaging, upbeat and enjoyable, we all got involved and had fun while learning. I feel I came away with more confidence than I have ever had about first aid and I’ve held my certificate since 2003. We will definitely be booking with Ben again in the future.
Thanks again.”
– Little Souls Taking Big Steps | Rating: 5/5
Drama, props and laughs
“Your friendly and personal but professional way of relating to people.
For someone who is a visual learner, your way of teaching (with drama, props and laughs) is much more effective than other courses I’ve done.”
– Linda Lewis | Gold Coast | Rating: 5/5
Scott was AMAZING
“He was such a good trainer and the course was really informative and presented in such a way that we all learnt SOOOOOO much!!!!!”
– Jo | Gold Coast 4WD Wreckers | Rating: 5/5
SandSky Developments Helensvale First Aid Training
“The Trainer was funny, knowledgeable and most of all taught us what t do in this stressful situation”
– SandSky Developments | Helensvale | Rating: 5/5
The calibre of trainers is fantastic.
“The calibre of trainers is fantastic. Our team had a great experience…. we learned a lot and had a great time doing it.”
– Jill Kohler | Gold Coast | Rating: 5/5
First Aid at Camp Eden Heath Retreat
“5 years we all still love the Live Scenarios!”
– Pacific Pines State High School | Rating: 5/5
On behalf of Maquet, we would like to express a very big thank you
“On behalf of Maquet, we would like to express a very big thank you to First Aid Accident & Emergency and Scott for your excellent professional service and training.
All the staff at Maquet thoroughly enjoyed the training and all commented on how engaging and real to life Scott’s expertise are to train First Aid and CPR and what a top trainer Scott is. It’s always nice to receive positive feedback so, I thought I would share with you all at First Aid Accident & Emergency.
Well done and will highly recommend in the future.”
– Shelley | Maquet | Rating: 5/5
Thank you for giving the chance to give our feedback on the training.
“Scott was terrific and all participants went out of their way to mention how enjoyable and informative the course was.”
– Lisa Fenley | NEP Host Broadcast | Rating: 5/5
Thanks again for providing the First Aid & CPR training session.
The reviews I have had from the attendees were so phenomenal that I felt the need to pass these on.( I also hope the feedback was reflected in the feedback forms that you provided?)
They expressed:
- “best course I have ever done”
- “great training, great trainer”
- “5 stars”
- “loved the real life examples”
- “we went everywhere in the building…it was so fun!”
- “it was so fantastic …is he coming back””
So, many thanks for providing such an amazing trainer for the staff. It has really invigorated their love for training opportunities…making my job much easier!!!
We look forward to welcoming you back next week.
– Sharlene Austin | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
I enjoyed the practical way of teaching and all the scenario examples.
Very fun and entertaining way to learn First Aid as well as having additional information and details on the ‘why’ behind the instructions was great.
– Jess | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
The course was very believable and knowledgeable. Having so much practice makes it easy to learn and I feel I have learned a lot.
– Melissa | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Amazing! Enthusiastic and engaging.
I have learned more today than any other First Aid course combined. I enjoyed how interactive it was. Being shown real life situations with such a convincing actor made it really seem real.
– Cat | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Energetic and knowledgeable.
The course made [First Aid] fun and interactive.
– Bernadete | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Practical application of First Aid techniques.
Best First Aid training I have ever had (3rd training).
– Rodrigo | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Excellent, very practical and relevant.
Scott was great. He was very relevant to scenarios we encounter here at HOTA. Great session!
– Jake Savage | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Very practical and was tailored for our venue.
– Richard | HOTA | Rating: 5/5
Upcoming First Aid Courses
All CoursesVarsity LakesCoomera
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 31 October 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 2 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 2 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 5 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 5 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 6 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 7 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 7 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 4 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 9 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 10 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 4 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 12 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 12 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 13 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 14 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 14 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 16 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 17 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 17 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 18 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 19 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 19 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 20 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 21 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 21 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 23 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 24 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 24 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 25 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 26 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 26 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 27 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 28 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 28 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 30 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 |
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 2 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 5 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 6 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 7 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 4 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 9 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 12 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 13 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 14 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 16 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 17 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 18 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 19 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 20 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 21 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 23 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 24 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 25 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 26 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 27 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 9 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 28 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 30 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Varsity Lakes, Qld | 7 | $110.00 |
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 31 October 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 3 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 2 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 5 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 7 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 5 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 10 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 4 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 12 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 14 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 17 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 19 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 21 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 24 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 8 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 26 November 2020 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 6 | $110.00 | |
| Provide First Aid Course (inc CPR) | 28 November 2020 Saturday | 09:30 am - 04:30 pm | Coomera Training Centre | 7 | $110.00 |
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