Learn how to recognise and respond to common first aid emergencies, provide CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Suitable for community and workplace settings.
There are no formal entry requirements. You must be at least 14 years old and have a basic understanding of spoken and written English.
You must be able to perform at least two minutes of uninterrupted CPR on an adult manikin on the floor and an infant manikin on a firm surface.
If you need support or reasonable adjustments, please contact the Training and Education Team before enrolling on (08) 9207 6666 or email. (opens in a new tab)
By enrolling, you acknowledge that you have read the SLSWA Learner Handbook (opens in a new tab), including fees, transfers, cancellations, venues and learner support.
Delivery method: Blended delivery. Complete online learning before attending the face-to-face practical session.
Assessment: Complete the required knowledge assessment and demonstrate emergency-response skills, including CPR on adult and infant manikins and AED use.
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following unit of competency:
The Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace recommends that CPR skills are refreshed annually.
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Workplace first aid requirements vary depending on the industry, hazards, and number of workers. Under WHS legislation, workplaces must ensure workers have access to:
Yes. Surf Life Saving WA delivers nationally recognised first aid training through RTO 51104, including:
There is currently no general law requiring workplaces to have an AED. However, AEDs are strongly recommended as part of workplace emergency preparedness and can significantly improve survival outcomes in cardiac arrest emergencies.
Successful participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid. While the qualification itself does not expire, first aid refresher training is commonly completed every 3 years. Many workplaces also require the CPR component (HLTAID009) to be refreshed annually.
Face-to-face courses are generally completed in approximately 6 hours, including theory and practical assessment activities. Blended delivery courses, with online learning completed beforehand, generally take approximately 4.5 hours face-to-face.
Surf Life Saving WA can deliver first aid training at your workplace, school, club or organisation at a suitable time and location. We also offer regular public first aid courses at selected Perth metropolitan training venues.
First aid training helps workers respond confidently in emergencies such as cardiac arrest, choking, breathing difficulties, allergic reactions and injuries while waiting for emergency services. Workplace first aid training can also support safer workplaces, faster emergency response and improved staff confidence.
SLSWA RTO has policies (opens in a new tab) in place that fully support the Standards for RTOs. (opens in a new tab)
Full Unit of Competency (opens in a new tab) details and Assessment Requirements (opens in a new tab) for this course are located on training.gov.au. (opens in a new tab)
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