HLTAID011
Provide First Aid
Wollongong, Thirroul, Helensburgh, Shellharbour, Port Kembla & Corrimal
Participants who complete this training will acquire the essential skills and practical knowledge needed to deliver an effective first aid response, strictly adhering to the standards established by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other leading national clinical organisations.
This core unit is designed for anyone across the Wollongong region who might need to administer first aid across diverse scenarios—including coastal community environments, local surf lifesaving clubs, school settings, and corporate, trade, or industrial workplaces throughout the Illawarra.
Units of Competency
HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
Cost: $150
Course Details
Course delivery
This training can be conducted on-site directly at your Illawarra workplace or hosted at a designated facility arranged by the training provider within the Wollongong area.
Course duration
Training timelines can fluctuate based on group dynamics and experience levels; the timeframes detailed below represent the minimum required face-to-face classroom hours:
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Refresher Stream: Minimum of 6 hours in-person instruction
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Blended Learning: Minimum of 6 hours in-person instruction
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Full Face-to-Face: Minimum of 7 hours and 30 minutes in-person instruction
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Online Theory with Practical Assessment: Minimum of 1 hour in-person assessment
Entry requirements
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Physical Capabilities: Participants must possess the physical fitness required to successfully complete hands-on tasks. This includes performing 2 minutes of continuous, uninterrupted CPR on an adult manikin positioned on the floor, alongside practicing effective rescue breathing techniques.
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Digital Access (Online Study): Learners opting for digital components must have a reliable computer, smartphone, tablet, or web-enabled device with internet connectivity to complete all pre-course material.
Assessment requirements
To successfully qualify, candidates enrolled in this course are required to demonstrate competency across both theoretical written papers and hands-on practical scenarios.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
In compliance with Australian peak clinical bodies, industry standards recommend refreshing this qualification every 36 months (3 years).
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.
Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
Assessment Activities
Performance tasks and practical scenarios:
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Perform CPR on an adult (incl. the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position)
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Complete a first aid incident report form based on the simulated first aid scenario
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Perform CPR on an infant
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Manage a casualty with anaphylaxis
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Manage a casualty with asthma
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Manage a choking casualty
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Manage a casualty with non-life-threatening bleeding and shock, requiring minor wound cleaning
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Manage a casualty with a nosebleed
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Manage a casualty with a fracture and dislocation
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Manage a casualty with a sprain and strain
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Manage a casualty with envenomation (snake/ funnel-web spider bite)
Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.
Whether required for your employment compliance, your household's safety, or your own peace of mind, our HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course in Wollongong arms you with the practical confidence, technical skill, and nationally accredited certification needed to manage diverse emergency situations.
Facilitated by veteran paramedics and highly engaging local trainers, this thorough programme delivers vital training in CPR, haemorrhage control, bone fractures, acute allergic reactions, burns, and sudden illness—ensuring you are ready to act when every second counts.
Rather than just a routine compliance exercise, this is about mastering the capability to protect lives during a medical crisis.
We provide highly flexible, hands-on training options throughout Wollongong and the broader Illawarra region—servicing communities from Helensburgh and Thirroul down to Shellharbour, and Kiama. Choose to attend a public course or organise an on-site session directly at your workplace at a time that suits your team.
What You'll Learn in HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid:
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How to assess and respond to a range of emergencies from heart attacks to allergic reactions, you’ll gain a broad toolkit of first aid responses.
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Confidently perform CPR and use an AED
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Master the life-saving skills taught in HLTAID009 – Provide CPR, as part of this full course.
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Control bleeding, treat burns, fractures, and more hands-on training gives you the skills to act quickly and effectively.
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Manage medical emergencies and shock.
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Learn to recognise and respond to asthma, anaphylaxis, stroke, diabetes, and more.
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Apply first aid principles for both adults and children
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Suitable for parents, carers, and professionals working with all age groups.
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Stay compliant with current ARC and Safe Work Australia guidelines
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Ensure your response meets national workplace and safety standards.
Why Take a First Aid Course in Wollongong?
Builds real confidence, not just compliance
Our paramedic-led training uses real-world examples, practical scenarios, and engaging delivery.
Nationally recognised
You’ll receive a Statement of Attainment valid for 3 years (CPR must be renewed annually).
Convenient and local
No travel needed—we can deliver on-site training across the Illawarra, including Wollongong, Corrimal, Thirroul, Helensburgh, Kiama, Shellharbour and beyond.
Online with Face to Face Assessment
Study at your own pace and then complete an in-person skills test
Group bookings, flexible times, and workplace discounts available
It is ideal for businesses, families, and community groups.
Be Prepared.
Be Confident.
Be the Difference.
Whether you’re the first on the scene or who makes the call—your training matters.
Book your HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid course in Wollongong today with First Aid Training Specialists Wollongong.
Locally based. Nationally recognised. Unforgettably practical.
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