Provide First Aid
The complete first aid certificate — and the one most Australian workplaces ask for. Includes the CPR component, taught face-to-face by Gary at Cairns RSL.
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Provide First Aid sessions
4–6 hr sessions · $150
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About this course
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is the nationally recognised unit that covers everything from CPR and defibrillation through to bleeding, burns, fractures, bites and medical emergencies. It is the certificate most employers, sporting clubs and volunteer organisations list as their minimum requirement.
Gary teaches it the way you will actually need it — real incidents from twenty years on the tools, hands-on practice on adult, child and infant manikins, and no death-by-slideshow. You complete a short online workbook before the day, then spend the session practising rather than reading.
What you will learn
Who this course is for
If any of these describe you or your team, this is the right certificate to hold.
What the day looks like
Four straightforward steps from booking to certificate.
Book your session
Pick a date from the live calendar below, or call us and we will sort it for you.
Complete the pre-work
We email your online workbook straight away. Most people finish it in under an hour.
Attend at Cairns RSL
Hands-on practice with Gary on real equipment — manikins, AED trainers and bandages.
Get certified
Your Statement of Attainment is typically emailed within 2 hours of finishing.
Requirements, assessment and what to bring
Entry requirements
- You must perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor, at manikin height — this is a mandatory assessment requirement.
- Reasonable English language, literacy and numeracy to complete written questions.
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI) — we can help you create one if you do not have it yet.
- Students under 18 are welcome with parent or guardian consent.
How you are assessed
- A short theory component, completed online before the day (or on paper if you prefer — just tell us when booking).
- Practical demonstration of CPR, including 2 minutes uninterrupted on the floor.
- Scenario-based assessment covering bandaging, bleeding control and casualty management.
- Assessment is not timed against you — Gary works with you until you are competent.
What to bring
- Photo ID and your USI
- Comfortable clothes you can kneel in
- Your completed online pre-course work
- A drink bottle — tea and coffee are available on site
HLTAID011 questions
The things people ask us most about this course.
Does this course include CPR?
Yes. The CPR component is built into HLTAID011, so you do not need to book HLTAID009 separately. Keep in mind the CPR skill itself is generally refreshed every 12 months, while the full first aid certificate runs to three years.
What is the difference between the 6-hour and 4-hour option?
The certificate is identical. The 4-hour short course shifts more of the theory into the online pre-work, so the classroom time is spent almost entirely on practical skills. The 6-hour traditional session covers more of that theory together in the room.
How long is my certificate valid?
Industry practice is to renew Provide First Aid every three years, with the CPR component refreshed annually. Your employer or industry body may set a shorter interval, so it is worth checking.
When will I receive my certificate?
Your Statement of Attainment is typically emailed within 2 hours of completing the course, so you can forward it to your employer straight away.
Do I have to do the online pre-course work?
Yes — it is a requirement of the course and takes most people under an hour. We email it as soon as you book. If you would rather sit a paper-based exam on the day, let us know in the comments when you book.
Can you run this course at my workplace?
We can. Group and corporate bookings run at your site anywhere in and around Cairns, at a time that suits your team. Group bookings of more than 20 students receive a 20% discount.
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Trusted across Cairns and Far North Queensland
"Best and most interesting First Aid course I've ever been on — I've done my certificate three or four times and this one finally made it click."
"A lady fell and hit her head near me. I stayed calm and gave first aid until the ambulance arrived — it all came straight from your class."
"Loved the real-life examples — no one else teaches it that way. When I faced a real cardiac arrest, I knew exactly what to expect."
"A man was bitten by a brown snake near my work. I stayed calm and applied the compression bandage exactly as taught — he made a full recovery."
"I've attended courses with Red Cross, QAS and St John over the years — this was the most useful and enjoyable of them all."
"Understanding the why behind each step made all the difference. I retain things far better when I understand the reasoning."
"Highly recommend this course to everybody, especially with Gary. I've done a few now with different trainers and he's by far the best."
"A fun session, yet very educational. I love how Gary keeps things simple so we're not overwhelmed, but still remember all the important stuff."
"Gary made the training fun with his outgoing personality and kept everyone's interest going over the entire two-day period."
"The best first aid training I've received. Understanding the body's systems helped me understand the why's and how's of what we do."
"A most dynamic and engaging teacher — thank you for sharing your wisdom in such an accessible manner. A truly honourable service."
"You are fantastic at your job. So glad I chose your company for my training."
"Honestly the best first aid course I've been to in over 15 years of doing regular updates."
"I've done a lot of first aid courses with different organisations and your 'real life' approach is the best I've seen."
"Gary's natural ability to deliver the content in a very digestible way was outstanding — he raised the bar of what I expect from trainers."
"Best and most interesting First Aid course I've ever been on — I've done my certificate three or four times and this one finally made it click."
"A lady fell and hit her head near me. I stayed calm and gave first aid until the ambulance arrived — it all came straight from your class."
"Loved the real-life examples — no one else teaches it that way. When I faced a real cardiac arrest, I knew exactly what to expect."
"A man was bitten by a brown snake near my work. I stayed calm and applied the compression bandage exactly as taught — he made a full recovery."
"I've attended courses with Red Cross, QAS and St John over the years — this was the most useful and enjoyable of them all."
"Understanding the why behind each step made all the difference. I retain things far better when I understand the reasoning."
"Highly recommend this course to everybody, especially with Gary. I've done a few now with different trainers and he's by far the best."
"A fun session, yet very educational. I love how Gary keeps things simple so we're not overwhelmed, but still remember all the important stuff."
"Gary made the training fun with his outgoing personality and kept everyone's interest going over the entire two-day period."
"The best first aid training I've received. Understanding the body's systems helped me understand the why's and how's of what we do."
"A most dynamic and engaging teacher — thank you for sharing your wisdom in such an accessible manner. A truly honourable service."
"You are fantastic at your job. So glad I chose your company for my training."
"Honestly the best first aid course I've been to in over 15 years of doing regular updates."
"I've done a lot of first aid courses with different organisations and your 'real life' approach is the best I've seen."
"Gary's natural ability to deliver the content in a very digestible way was outstanding — he raised the bar of what I expect from trainers."