Not Sure What First Aid Course You Need?

We hear it all the time — 

“What course do I need for work?”

“Which First Aid course should I do if I want to be prepared for emergencies at home?” 

“I work in child care, ,which certificate do I need?”

“Do I need CPR or First Aid?”

“What is the difference between remote and advanced First Aid?”

If you are confused by all the options, you’re not alone.

Whether it’s for your job, your family, or just peace of mind, knowing which first aid course is the right fit can feel confusing at first — but we’re here to make it simple.

Start With Why You Need It

Ask yourself:

Is this for your workplace? (Childcare, construction, hospitality, aged care, etc.)
Are you a parent, carer, or someone who wants to be prepared at home?
Do you need CPR only, or full First Aid certification?
Has your current certificate expired or is it due for renewal?

Quick Guide to the Right Course

Course

Who It’s For

Includes

HLTAID009 – Provide CPR

Annual CPR refresher or workplace requirement

HLTAID009 Provide CPR including; DRSABCD, Recovery Position, AED use

HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

General workplace requirement, schools, fitness, hospitality, nursing. Most workplace requirements are met with this Certificate

HLTAID009/HLTAID010/HLTAID011 Provide First Aid; response to bleeding, burns, shock, insect bites and stings, Asthma, Allergies and Anaphylaxis and more – tailored to the specific workplace

HLTAID012 – First Aid in Education & Care

Childcare, OSHC, some school staff, family daycare, home educators

HLTAID009/HLTAID010/HLTAID011 + Additional first aid topics specific to childcare environments

HLTAID013 – Remote First Aid

Regional workers, off-grid activities, agriculture, FIFO

HLTAID009/HLTAID010/HLTAID011 + remote-specific scenarios – What to do when help is hours away and you need to maintain a casualty until help arrives.

HLTAID014 – Advanced First Aid

High-risk roles, first aid officers, team leaders

HLTAID009/HLTAID010/HLTAID011 + advanced scene management

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