First Aid Course Perth: Practical First Aid and CPR Training
First aid course Perth: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid at SNS College (RTO 53034) gives you the skills to respond to an emergency until help arrives. The course combines online learning with an approximately 3-hour practical session in Perth CBD, Monday to Friday, morning or afternoon. The course fee is $90.
Only $90 · Morning & Afternoon Sessions, Monday to Friday
HLTAID011 · Nationally recognised · RTO code 53034
About HLTAID011 Provide First Aid in Perth
Emergencies can happen anywhere, often without warning. HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid is nationally recognised training. It gives learners the skills and confidence to recognise emergencies, assess situations, provide an initial first aid response and support a casualty until emergency services take over.
Why Complete a First Aid Course?
Most people never expect an emergency, yet people across Australia respond to injuries, illness and accidents every day.
Learning first aid is not only about meeting workplace requirements. It also builds practical life skills that may help you support family, friends, colleagues, customers or members of the public.
People commonly complete first aid training because they:
- Need a current first aid qualification for work
- Work in industries where first aid skills are highly valued
- Want to increase their emergency preparedness
- Support children, elderly family members or vulnerable people
- Participate in sporting and community activities
- Want practical skills that may assist in an emergency
First Aid Training for Perth Workplaces
Some organisations throughout Perth and Western Australia ask employees to hold current first aid qualifications. Industries where first aid skills are commonly taken include:
- Security
- Construction
- Hospitality
- Education
- Childcare
- Community Services
- Disability Support
- Aged Care
- Fitness and Recreation
- Mining and Resources
- Retail
- Transport and Logistics
Maintaining current first aid skills may contribute to safer workplaces and improved emergency preparedness.
First Aid Course for Workplace Compliance WA
A person conducting a business or undertaking in Western Australia must ensure workers can reach suitable first aid equipment, facilities and trained people.
Source: WorkSafe WA, First aid duties and responsibilities in the workplace
The employer works out first aid needs from three factors. These are the nature of the work, the size and location of the workplace, and the number of people on site, including contractors and volunteers.
Source: WorkSafe WA, Determining first aid requirements for your workplace
The WorkSafe WA code of practice recommends these numbers of first aiders:
- Low-risk workplaces: one first aider for every 50 workers
- High-risk workplaces: one first aider for every 25 workers
- Remote high-risk workplaces: one first aider for every 10 workers
The code says first aiders should hold, as a minimum, a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the unit Provide First Aid. Your employer decides which unit it accepts.
Source: WorkSafe WA, First aid in the workplace: Code of practice, section 3.5
Why Choose SNS College?
We build first aid training around your schedule.
Blended Learning Approach
Complete online learning and knowledge assessment before attending practical training — more time to focus on hands-on skill development.
Course Fee
The course fee is $90 for nationally recognised first aid training for individuals and workplaces.
Experienced Trainers
Training is delivered by experienced trainers who understand both industry expectations and learner needs.
Supportive Learning Environment
We're committed to a supportive experience where learners feel comfortable asking questions and building confidence.
Convenient Training Schedule
Classes are available Monday to Friday, with two practical training sessions available each day.
Nationally Recognised Training
HLTAID011 is nationally recognised training, and you receive a Statement of Attainment when you are assessed as competent.
What You Will Learn
The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course covers a wide range of first aid topics designed to prepare learners for emergency situations. The unit sets out four elements: respond to an emergency situation, apply appropriate first aid procedures, communicate details of the incident, and review the incident.
Source: training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Release 1)
Assessing Emergency Situations
Learn how to assess an emergency scene, identify hazards and ensure personal safety before providing assistance.
DRSABCD Action Plan
Understand and apply the nationally recognised DRSABCD emergency response process.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
Develop the skills required to perform CPR on adults, children and infants in line with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
Learn how to safely operate an AED during cardiac emergencies.
Medical Emergencies
Recognise and respond to asthma, anaphylaxis, seizures, diabetic emergencies and cardiac events.
Injuries and Trauma
Learn first aid responses for bleeding, burns, fractures, sprains, soft tissue injuries and shock.
Casualty Monitoring
Monitor and support casualties until emergency services arrive.
Communication During Emergencies
Develop effective communication skills when contacting emergency services and providing handovers.
Incident Reporting
Understand workplace reporting and documentation requirements following an incident.
Real-World Practical Training
At SNS College, we believe first aid skills are best developed through practical application. Throughout the course, learners participate in practical activities designed to simulate real emergency situations.
Our Goal: To help learners leave the course feeling genuinely prepared to apply their skills when needed — not just pass an assessment.
Practical learning may include:
- CPR practice
- AED operation
- Casualty positioning
- Emergency response scenarios
- Communication exercises
- Injury management activities
Who Should Complete This Course?
The HLTAID011 course is suitable for a broad range of individuals. You may benefit from this training if you are:
- Entering a New Industry
- Updating Workplace Qualifications
- Seeking Professional Development
- Supporting Family Members
- Working in Community Settings
- Participating in Sport and Recreation
- Improving Emergency Preparedness
No previous first aid experience is required.
Studying security? HLTAID011 is also one of the 14 units in the CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations.
Requirements, Assessment & Student Support
Entry Requirements
- Basic English language skills
- Ability to complete online learning activities
- Physically capable of performing CPR on the floor
- Participate in practical training and assessment
If you require additional support, please contact our team before enrolment.
Assessment Requirements
- Online knowledge assessment
- Practical demonstrations
- CPR assessment
- Scenario-based activities
- Observation by a qualified assessor
- Verbal questioning
All assessments are conducted in accordance with training package requirements.
Student Support
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy support
- Additional trainer assistance
- Reasonable adjustment processes
- Flexible support arrangements where appropriate
- Referral to external services when required
What the unit asks you to demonstrate
HLTAID011 assessment requires you to perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single-rescuer CPR on an adult manikin placed on the floor. The unit also names an infant manikin on a firm surface. You follow the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock. The unit also requires a response to at least one simulated first aid incident set in a workplace or community setting. You then report the incident accurately, both verbally and in writing.
Source: training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Assessment Requirements (Release 1)
Assessors must meet the Standards for Registered Training Organisations and hold this unit or equivalent skills and knowledge. The unit file lists no prerequisite units.
Source: training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Release 1)
When to Renew First Aid and CPR in WA
WorkSafe WA recommends that first aiders renew general first aid every 3 years and complete CPR refresher training every year. The code of practice states the same two intervals.
Source: WorkSafe WA, Training a first aider
The Australian Resuscitation Council (ANZCOR) goes further on CPR. Its Guideline 10.1 states that CPR skills deteriorate within weeks to months after a single course.
Source: Australian Resuscitation Council (ANZCOR), Guideline 10.1 Basic Life Support (BLS) Training
HLTAID011 Release 1 supersedes HLTAID003 Provide first aid and is not equivalent to it.
Helpful Guides Before You Enrol
Frequently Asked Questions: First Aid Course Perth
Answers to common enquiries about the course.
How much does a first aid course cost in Perth?
The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course at SNS College costs $90 for nationally recognised first aid training in Perth CBD. The course combines online learning and a knowledge assessment with an approximately 3-hour practical session, held Monday to Friday in the morning or afternoon.
Is CPR included in the course?
Yes. CPR training and assessment are included in HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, and the unit covers CPR techniques for adults, children and infants. If you need first aid and CPR for work, ask your employer whether HLTAID011 meets their requirement. WorkSafe WA recommends a CPR refresher every year.
Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is a nationally recognised unit, and SNS College of Western Australia is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 53034). When you are assessed as competent, you receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment, which is your first aid certificate.
Do I need to complete online learning first?
Yes. You complete the online learning and knowledge assessment before you attend your practical training session. Finishing the theory online first leaves the practical session for hands-on skills such as CPR, AED use and emergency response scenarios, which a qualified assessor observes.
How long does the practical session take?
The practical training session takes approximately 3 hours. Morning sessions run from 9:00am to 12:00pm and afternoon sessions from 12:30pm to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, at Level 1, 224–226 Stirling Street, Perth. Complete your online learning and knowledge assessment before you arrive.
Is this first aid course suitable for workplace compliance in WA?
Yes, it can be. WorkSafe WA's code of practice says first aiders should hold, as a minimum, a nationally recognised statement of attainment for Provide First Aid. HLTAID011 leads to that statement of attainment. Your employer decides which unit it accepts, so confirm with them before you book.
How often do I need to renew first aid and CPR in Western Australia?
First aid and CPR renewal in WA follows two intervals. WorkSafe WA recommends renewing general first aid every 3 years and completing CPR refresher training every year. Your employer may set its own dates, so confirm with them. The Australian Resuscitation Council notes that CPR skills fade within weeks to months.
Can I complete the course if I have never done first aid before?
Yes. No previous first aid experience is needed to enrol in HLTAID011 Provide First Aid. You need basic English language skills, the ability to complete online learning and the physical ability to perform CPR on the floor. Contact our team before enrolment if you need extra support.
Where is the first aid course held?
The first aid course is held at SNS College of Western Australia, Level 1, 224–226 Stirling Street, Perth WA 6000. Practical sessions run Monday to Friday, in the morning or afternoon. You complete the online learning beforehand, so you attend in person for the practical session.
How do I get my first aid certificate in Perth?
Getting your first aid certificate in Perth takes two steps at SNS College. Complete the required online learning, then attend an approximately 3-hour practical session for HLTAID011 in Perth CBD. Once you are assessed as competent, you receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment, which is your first aid certificate.
Sources
Official sources, accessed on 28 October 2026.
- WorkSafe WA, First aid in the workplace: Code of practice
- training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (Release 1)
- WorkSafe WA, First aid duties and responsibilities in the workplace
- training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Assessment Requirements (Release 1)
- WorkSafe WA, Determining first aid requirements for your workplace
- Australian Resuscitation Council (ANZCOR), Guideline 10.1 Basic Life Support (BLS) Training
- WorkSafe WA, Training a first aider
- training.gov.au, HLTAID011 Release 1
Ready to Learn First Aid?
Whether you need first aid for work, professional development or personal preparedness, SNS College can help you build practical skills and confidence.
Course Fee $90
Monday to Friday Classes
Morning & Afternoon Sessions
Online Learning + Practical Training
Nationally Recognised
Experienced Trainers
SNS College of Western Australia · RTO 53034
Level 1, 224–226 Stirling Street, Perth WA 6000
08 6185 8275 · info@snscollege.wa.edu.au
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