First Aid Training 2026

We will be hosting a Red Cross First Aid course on Saturday 1st August at St James Anglican Church, Carlton. Please note that registration closes on 27 July. 

Registration is required for all courses. To register and arrange payment, please call Red Cross Corporate Services on 1800 RED CROSS (733 276 (press 2 and then 2 again)). Please advise that you are attending training with the Anglican Church and quote promotion code ANGLICANFABR.

Background

The Sydney Diocese organises subsidised First Aid courses held in parishes available to parish staff, volunteers and parishioners to attend. 

The training is provided by Red Cross Training Services (Registered Training Organisation No. 3605) delivering nationally recognised First Aid Training.

The training is delivered within one day, as follows –

  • Provide First Aid HLTAID011 (includes CPR HLTAID009) – from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, providing skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support and management of casualty(s) in a range of situations, including in the home, workplace or within the community, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. The morning session incorporates the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR HLTAID009) course.  
  • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR HLTAID009) – from 9:30am to lunch, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) delivers the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant following cardiac arrest or other emergency.

Note: It is a requirement that the practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.

OPTION 1 – Provide First Aid HLTAID011 [Full day which includes CPR HLTAID009]

Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) is suitable for those seeking to gain their Certificate for the first time or those needing to renew their current Certificate. 

This course provides skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support and management of casualty(s) in a range of situations, including in the home, workplace or within the community, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. The morning session incorporates the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR HLTAID009) course (see Option 2 below).  

Participants will learn –

  • Basic Life Support (DRSABCD)
  • CPR and AED
  • Shock Management
  • Airway Management – Asthma, Choking, Severe Allergic Reaction, Hyperventilation
  • Cardiac Emergencies
  • Seizures and Convulsions
  • Bleeding and Wound Care
  • Burns and Scalds
  • Extremes of Heat and Cold
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries
  • Poisons and Toxic Substances
  • Bites and Stings
  • Abdominal injuries
Assessment on the day
  • Theory: 40 multiple choice questions, pass mark is 75%
  • Practical: Resuscitation skills, Casualty management skills
Course inclusions
  • First Aid Student Pack
  • A4 certificate
  • Card ‘certificate’ (for your wallet or purse)
Cost

$80.00 per person (this is the subsidised rate through the Parish Risk Management Program when you quote promotion code ANGLICANFABR).

OPTION 2 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID009 [Half day]

Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID009) delivers the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant following cardiac arrest or other emergency.

Course inclusions (based on Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines)
  • Legal and other requirements
  • Basic Life Support (DRSABCD)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) steps
  • Demonstration and use of a defibrillator (AED)
  • Debriefing and welfare

Cost

$40.00 per person (this is the subsidised rate through the Parish Risk Management Program when you quote promotion code ANGLICANFABR).