First Aider

A First Aider provides basic care to a casualty in an emergency situation. You’ll provide assistance such as treating a wound, attending to a bite or sting or providing CPR. You might provide first aid as part of your role at work, as a volunteer in the community or in your personal life in an emergency. First Aiders undertake training in the provision of basic emergency care.

First Aiders should be able to remain calm in a challenging situation. You’ll need to be flexible and able to respond to a range of situations. First Aiders should communicate well and be able to interact with people from a range of backgrounds. You must be able to follow correct procedures and understand instructions well.

Future demand Low
Average yearly income $0
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a first aider?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

Blended, On Campus
2 - 4 days
$0 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLTAID009

Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

On Campus
4 days
$75
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider
HLTAID014

Provide Advanced First Aid

On Campus
1 day
$195
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLTAID006

Advanced First Aid

Blended
1 - 2 days
$0 - $295
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Health Care Worker
SISSS00126

Wilderness First Aid

Blended, Distance, On Campus
2 - 5 days
$0 - $1,190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLTAID010

Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLTAID013

Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 5 days
$0 - $890
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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