HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (First Aid Course) at Newcastle is a nationally accredited course that teaches vital skills to handle a variety of emergency situations.
Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to perform CPR, treat wounds, manage burns and fractures, respond to allergic reactions, and address other urgent medical needs. Ideal for employees, carers, and community members, this training empowers you to give prompt, effective assistance until emergency services take over.
Enrol in our HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course in Newcastle today and develop the confidence to act when it matters most.
Course Details – Learning Outcomes
1. Emergency Response & Assessment
- Recognising and assessing emergencies quickly
- Staying calm and managing panic in high-stress situations
- Following DRSABCD (Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation)
2. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Performing CPR on adults, children, and infants
- Using Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) effectively
- Understanding the differences between one-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR
3. Managing Unconscious Casualties
- Placing someone in the recovery position
- Monitoring vital signs (breathing, pulse)
- Handling shock and fainting
4. Treating Injuries & Medical Conditions
- Wound care (cuts, burns, bleeding control)
- Fracture and sprain management (applying slings and bandages)
- Managing head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Choking relief techniques for different age groups
- Poisoning and envenomation treatment (snake bites, insect stings, etc.)
- Severe allergic reactions (using an EpiPen for anaphylaxis)
5. Handling Medical Emergencies
- Heart attack and stroke response
- Diabetes and seizures first aid
- Asthma and anaphylaxis management
- Dealing with heat exhaustion, hypothermia, and dehydration
6. Communication & Legal Considerations
- Effectively communicating with emergency services
- Understanding legal and workplace obligations in first aid situations
- Completing incident reports and following workplace safety procedures
HLTAID011 First Aid Course Duration
This CPR and First Aid certification course in Newcastle is delivered over 1–2 days and includes all learning components, simulated practical exercises, and assessment activities.
Career Opportunities
This certification is valuable for workplaces and essential for those working in childcare, sports coaching, or roles involving public safety.
Entry Requirements
This First Aid course in Newcastle requires a sound understanding of written and verbal English, as well as basic maths skills (known as Language, Literacy and Numeracy – ‘LLN’). All students enrolling in the course must complete an LLN assessment.
To enrol in First Aid training, you must:
- Have completed at least Year 10 or equivalent
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Hold a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Have a current and valid email address and phone number
- Provide a valid Photo ID
- Provide proof of residency (Birth Certificate, Passport, Medicare Card, or Citizenship Certificate)
- Provide an emergency contact
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Training Delivery and Assessment
Our CPR and First Aid certification course is offered in a blended learning format, combining in-person classroom training with self-directed study that you can complete at your own pace.
A computer and a stable internet connection are required to access the online learning materials and activities.
Other requirements
Computer skills
As the CPR and First Aid training in Newcastle requires using a computer to access learning materials, as well as to download and upload documents, we recommend that learners have basic computer skills to successfully meet all course requirements.
Physical requirements
First aid and training involves responding to emergency situations, which may include:
- Performing lifting and manual handling to assist clients
- Maintaining a high level of personal hygiene
- Monitoring a client’s condition until help arrives
- Demonstrating patience, sincerity, and adherence to policies and procedures
Training Location
All training will be delivered at our Newcastle campus from Monday – Sunday – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Address: 3/194 Maitland Road, Islington 2296
Certification
On successful completion of this qualification, you will be awarded a Nationally Recognised AQF Certificate (Statement of Attainment) for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
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