A first aid certificate is one of the most useful qualifications you can add to your resume. For some jobs it is a requirement. For many others it gives you an edge over other applicants. Here are the roles in Perth and Western Australia that most often ask for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
Jobs Where First Aid Is Commonly Required
Security officers
In WA, a current first aid certificate is part of the application for a security officer licence. That is why SNS College includes HLTAID011 in the CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations.
Aged care and disability support workers
Care workers support people who may fall, become unwell or need urgent help. Many aged care and NDIS employers ask for current first aid and CPR alongside the Certificate III in Individual Support.
Childcare and education
Early childhood and school roles often require first aid, and some require specific units that cover children, asthma and anaphylaxis. Always check the exact unit the employer asks for.
Fitness, sport and recreation
Personal trainers, coaches, lifeguards and outdoor guides are usually expected to hold current first aid and CPR.
Construction and trades
Building sites must have trained first aiders available. Holding first aid along with your White Card can make you more employable on site.
Hospitality and retail
Pubs, clubs, cafes and shops often want at least one trained first aider on every shift. First aid pairs well with an RSA for hospitality jobs.
Workplace first aid officers
Almost every workplace needs trained first aiders. Volunteering for the role can be a great addition to your resume.
Why Employers Value First Aid
- It helps them meet workplace health and safety duties
- Staff can respond quickly while waiting for an ambulance
- It shows you are responsible and prepared
- It can reduce the training cost for new starters
What You Learn in HLTAID011
- How to recognise and respond to an emergency
- CPR and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Managing bleeding, burns, fractures and shock
- Responding to asthma, anaphylaxis, choking and other medical emergencies
- Communicating with emergency services and reporting incidents
Get Your First Aid Certificate in Perth
At SNS College, HLTAID011 combines online learning with a practical session of around 3 hours at our Perth CBD campus. Morning and afternoon sessions run Monday to Friday, and the course fee is currently $90.
Already have first aid? Check whether it is still current in our guide on how long a first aid certificate lasts. Ready to book? Enrol in HLTAID011 today.
