Provide First Aid

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496). 

National units of competency

• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 
• HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support 
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Assessment for this blended course includes both online theory and face-to-face practical components to ensure participants are fully equipped to provide first aid. The theory assessment is completed online and evaluates participants’ understanding of first aid principles, legal responsibilities, and appropriate responses to a variety of medical conditions and emergencies. 

Upon successful completion of the online component, participants attend a face-to-face practical assessment where they must demonstrate CPR on both an adult and an infant, manage a range of conditions including bleeding, burns, fractures, anaphylaxis, asthma, and shock, and respond to an unknown incident scenario. This involves assessing the scene, providing appropriate first aid treatment, and communicating effectively with emergency services. All assessments align with nationally recognised training requirements.

Pre-Course Study and Assessment

Participants must have successfully completed the pre-course e-learning component prior to attending the scheduled face-to-face training. 

Age requirements

 Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Participants under the age of 18 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian to enrol and participate in this course. Consent will be obtained during the enrolment process, and a signed consent form must be submitted prior to the start of training. Refer to our FAQ for more information. 

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)

Participants are required to have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills and be able to read and write in English. This course requires a basic level of computer literacy to navigate the online learning system and complete required activities.

To complete this course, participants require:

• A desktop or laptop computer, with:
• Internet browser (Chrome recommended)
• Reliable internet connection
• Ability to play sound
• PDF reader

Smartphones and tablets are not supported due to compatibility issues with some applications. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

Recognition of Prior Learning 

Pinnacle Safety and Training does not offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for this course. Due to the duration and cost of this short course, RPL assessment would have limited value to participants. 

Credit Transfer

Pinnacle Safety and Training offers Credit Transfers for this training product. A Credit Transfer is granted where the previously attained unit of competency has been achieved. After enrolment, participants are eligible to submit a Credit Transfer application. It is important to note that while the unit/s of competency are eligible for Credit Transfer, you may be required to resit the training and assessment to meet industry or legislative requirements.

This course requires participants to complete the theoretical learning and assessment prior to attending the face-to-face practical portion of the course. Participants need to ensure that they allow sufficient time in a quiet, focused study environment to engage with the content and complete all required assessment tasks.

Provide First Aid is also sometimes referred to as “Senior First Aid”, “Workplace Level 2”, or “Apply First Aid”. Reaccreditation The Provide First Aid certification remains current for three years, although the Australian Resuscitation Council recommends refreshing CPR skills annually.