Nationally Recognised Training — RTO 91399

First Aid & CPR Courses Australia-Wide

Get your nationally recognised First Aid, CPR or Child Care First Aid certificate. Fast-track courses with morning, afternoon and evening sessions available every week.

  Fast-track completion
  Nationally recognised
  Morning, afternoon & evening options
  Experienced instructors
  15 locations + Zoom
  Health fund rebate eligible
750,000+ students trained
4.9 star Google Reviews
20+ years of excellence
CPR courses from
$45
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Class Times
CPR 8:30am / 12:30pm / 4pm*
First Aid 8:30am / 12:30pm / 4pm*
Child Care FA 8:30am / 4pm*
*Evening sessions available Sydney CBD only
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750,000+
Students Trained
 
4.9 star
Google Reviews
 
20+ Years
Delivering First Aid
 
15+
Locations Australia-Wide
Choose Your First Aid Course

Three nationally recognised courses to suit your needs. All include hands-on practical training with experienced instructors.

 
CPR Course
HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
1.5 hours
$45 $75
SAVE 40%
  • CPR on adults, children & infants
  • Use of an AED (defibrillator)
  • Morning, afternoon & evening sessions
  • Annual refresher requirement
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Child Care First Aid
HLTAID009 + HLTAID010 + HLTAID011 + HLTAID012
3.5 hours
$115 $192
SAVE 40%
  • HLTAID009 Provide CPR
  • HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting
  • Valid for 3 years
Book Child Care First Aid
Two Ways to Complete Your Course

Both options include face-to-face practical training with an experienced instructor.

 

Classroom Course

Attend one of our 16 training centres across Australia. Hands-on learning in a professional, face-to-face classroom environment with your trainer and classmates. Available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and 11 more locations.

 

Zoom Course

Complete your First Aid or CPR training via Zoom video conference from anywhere in Australia. Live, face-to-face instruction with a real trainer — not a pre-recorded video. Same qualification, same certificate.

What Makes Our First Aid Courses Different

Over 20 years of delivering first aid training that's fast, practical, and nationally recognised.

 

Nationally Recognised

All certificates are issued by CBD College (RTO 91399) under the Australian Qualifications Framework. Accepted by all employers Australia-wide.

 

Fast-Track Completion

CPR in just 1.5 hours. First Aid in 3 hours. Child Care First Aid in 3.5 hours. Get in, get trained, get certified — morning, afternoon or evening sessions.

 

15+ Locations

Training centres in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Newcastle, Wollongong, Parramatta, and more — plus Zoom.

 

Experienced Instructors

Our trainers are industry professionals who make content engaging, practical and easy to follow. Real-world scenarios prepare you for actual emergencies.

 

Health Fund Rebates

Many health funds offer rebates on first aid courses. Contact your health fund for eligibility. Save even more on top of our 40% sale discount.

 

Flexible Scheduling

Morning (8:30am), afternoon (12:30pm) and evening (4pm, Sydney CBD) sessions. Courses run every week of the year. Book online 24/7 with instant confirmation.

Everything You Need to Be Job-Ready

Practical, hands-on training that prepares you for real-world emergencies.

  • 1

    Nationally Recognised Certificate

    Statement of Attainment issued by CBD College (RTO 91399). Accepted by all employers, schools, and child care centres Australia-wide.

  • 2

    Hands-On Practical Skills

    CPR on manikins, bandaging, use of AEDs (defibrillators), managing bleeding, burns, fractures, anaphylaxis, asthma, and more.

  • 3

    Emergency Response Confidence

    Learn the DRSABCD action plan, how to manage a casualty, and how to stay calm and take charge in real emergency situations.

  • 4

    Workplace Compliance

    Meet your WHS obligations. First Aid certificates are required in most workplaces under Australian work health and safety legislation.

Course Details

Practical Duration
1.5 – 3.5 hours
Assessment
Online + practical (in class)
Prerequisites
None required
Morning, Afternoon & Evening Sessions

Choose a time that works for you. Courses run every week at all locations. Evening sessions available Sydney CBD.

CPR — HLTAID009
Morning 8:30am – 10:00am
Afternoon 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Evening* 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Duration 1.5 hours
First Aid — HLTAID011
Morning 8:30am – 11:30am
Afternoon 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Evening* 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Duration 3 hours
Child Care FA — HLTAID012
Morning 8:30am – 12:00pm
Evening* 4:00pm – 7:30pm
Duration 3.5 hours
Includes CPR + First Aid + Child Care

*Evening sessions available at Sydney CBD only.

 
15+ Training Centres Across Australia

Plus Zoom courses available Australia-wide. Choose the location nearest to you.

Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Perth Adelaide Canberra Hobart Newcastle Parramatta Penrith Liverpool Hornsby Wollongong Central Coast Dandenong Online (Zoom)
What Our Students Say

Thousands of 5-star reviews from students across Australia.

"Best CPR training course in Parramatta at a reasonable price. The trainer Sandeep is very professional and very friendly. I would recommend everyone here."

SB
Sulav Basnet
Google Review

"The training was absolutely amazing! Susan is an incredible instructor — so knowledgeable, supportive, and truly the best I've ever had."

ST
Seyma Temel
Google Review

"Excellent course. Craig presented very well and despite having done many CPR courses I still learnt something new. Deb is excellent too — would highly recommend."

PD
Peter Deards
Google Review
4.9 average on Google Reviews
750,000+ first aid students trained
RTO 91399 since 2001
CBD College vs Other First Aid Providers

Not all first aid courses are equal. Here's how we compare.

  CBD College Typical Provider
Certificate Issued Same day, digital & printable 1–5 business days
Qualification Standard HLTAID009/011/012/013 (nationally recognised) Usually nationally recognised
Class Size Small groups — personalised attention Often large classes
Trainer Experience Industry-qualified, experienced trainers Varies
Corporate & Group Training Group discounts available Varies
ARC Guideline Compliance ✓ Fully compliant Varies
Booking Experience Instant online booking, 24/7 Often call or email required
Customer Support Phone, live chat & email Varies
Google Rating 4.9 star (thousands of reviews) Varies
Frequently Asked Questions
CPR (HLTAID009) covers cardiopulmonary resuscitation — 1 unit, 1.5 hours. First Aid includes 3 units: HLTAID009 Provide CPR, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, and HLTAID011 Provide First Aid — 3 hours. Child Care First Aid includes 4 units: HLTAID009, HLTAID010, HLTAID011 plus HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting — 3.5 hours.
CPR (HLTAID009) should be renewed annually. First Aid (HLTAID011) and Child Care First Aid (HLTAID012) are valid for 3 years. However, CPR must still be renewed annually even within your 3-year First Aid certificate period.
No prior knowledge, experience, or qualifications are required for any of our first aid courses. Our experienced instructors cover everything from scratch. The courses are suitable for everyone from complete beginners to those renewing their certificates.
Yes. Many employers pay directly or reimburse course fees as first aid is a workplace requirement. We can invoice your employer on request. For group bookings of 5 or more, contact us for corporate pricing.
Many health funds offer rebates on first aid courses. The amount varies by fund and your level of cover. Please contact your health fund directly to check your rebate eligibility before booking.
Assessment includes both written questions (multiple choice and short answer) and practical demonstrations completed during the class. For example, you'll demonstrate CPR on a manikin and show how to manage a casualty. Everything is completed on the day — no take-home work.
You don't need a USI (Unique Student Identifier) when you book. However, you will need one before your certificate can be issued. It's free and takes a couple of minutes to create at usi.gov.au. You can do it before your class.
Yes. All our first aid courses are nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. CBD College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 91399) regulated by ASQA. Your Statement of Attainment is accepted by all employers, schools, and child care centres across Australia.

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