Short Course in First Aid and CPR

CPR and First Aid Course Melbourne level 2 first aid

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

This course applies to a wide range of settings where first aid emergencies may occur. It is relevant for workplaces, education, around the home or other social or community environments. It covers the skills and knowledge required to provide quality CPR and an effective First Aid response for a range of medical conditions and trauma.

Course Highlights

  • Nationally Recognised Training
  • Online pre-work on our interactive eLearning system.
  • Engaging expert trainers with real-life and industry experience.
  • Hands on, fun learning environment with scenarios and group activities.
Application and Relevance
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a workplace or community setting.
  • Rowville
  • Cranbourne
  • Melbourne CBD
  • Broadmeadows
Blended: There are no prerequisites. Accelerated: Students must already hold HLTAID011 and still be within the 36 month renewal period. All participants will need the ability to meet the physical demands of providing first aid. Participants will also need oral communication skills to make an accurate verbal report to emergency services as well as the written communication skills needed for completion of a First Aid Incident Report.
Progressive assessment throughout the course, including demonstration of practical skills and written and oral questions relating to underpinning knowledge. Note that the provision of CPR must be demonstrated on the floor.
This course provides the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support and management of casualties until the arrival of medical or other assistance.

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

A learner is able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer for courses at Vital Skills Training provided this is in line with the RPL and Credit Transfer Policies. Students cannot credit transfer an entire course.

Course Outline

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Blended

4 hour/s

Face to Face

This is a blended course with self-paced e-Learning and face-to-face training and assessment. Before attending for face-to-face students will need to complete their e-Learning.
eLearning | 4 hours
Face to Face Assessment | 4 Hours

Accelerated

2 hour/s

Face to Face

This is an accelerated course with accelerated online theory and face-to-face assessment. Students must already hold HLTAID011 to enrol in this unit and the unit not yet be expired. Before attending for face-to-face, students will need to complete their online theory assessments.
eLearning | 1 hours
Face to Face Assessment | 2 Hours

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Upcoming Workshops

Name Date Time Location Available Spaces Cost
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 22 September 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 16 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 23 September 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 5 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 28 September 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 2 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 30 September 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 13 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 2 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 15 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 5 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 17 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 7 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 9 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 14 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 10 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 16 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 12 October 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm Valley Park Community Centre – Westmeadows 18 $129.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 13 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 6 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 14 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 17 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 15 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Seabrook Reserve Community Centre – Broadmeadows 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 16 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 21 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 21 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 17 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 21 October 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 23 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 26 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 15 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 27 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 28 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 17 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 30 October 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 4 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 6 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 9 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 17 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 10 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 11 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 13 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 14 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 16 November 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm Valley Park Community Centre – Westmeadows 17 $129.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 18 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 17 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 18 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 18 November 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 19 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Seabrook Reserve Community Centre – Broadmeadows 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 20 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 24 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 25 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 27 November 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $119.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 1 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 2 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 4 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 11 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 12 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 14 December 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm Valley Park Community Centre – Westmeadows 18 $129.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 15 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Ranfurlie Golf Club – Cranbourne 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 16 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 16 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 16 December 2026 09:00 am – 02:00 pm CQUniversity Melbourne Campus 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 17 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Seabrook Reserve Community Centre – Broadmeadows 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 18 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 21 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm Vital Skills Training Dandenong 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Blended 23 December 2026 08:30 am – 01:30 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00

Book Accelerated Now

Upcoming Workshops

Name Date Time Location Available Spaces Cost
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 18 September 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 23 September 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 17 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 30 September 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 2 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 5 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 7 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 9 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 14 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 16 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 21 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 23 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 26 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 28 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 30 October 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 17 $90.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 4 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 6 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 9 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 11 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 13 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 18 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 20 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 27 November 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 2 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 4 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 16 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 18 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 21 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00
Short Course in First Aid and CPR – Accelerated 23 December 2026 01:30 pm – 04:00 pm LivCor Rowville Training Rooms 18 $99.00

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Have Questions About Our CPR Short Course in Melbourne?

Short Course in First Aid and CPR
Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this Short Course in First Aid and CPR cost?

The Short Course in First Aid CPR is competitively priced at $99 only. Using the table above, you can choose a date and make a booking. 

The course involves approximately 2 hours of online pre-work using our interactive eLearning system, followed by 4 hours of face-to-face training and assessment.

A: The type of first aid course you need depends on your profession and specific requirements. Below are common recommendations:

  • Childcare: HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care is required for those working in childcare and early education.
  • Aged Care: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is often required for aged care workers, covering essential skills for medical emergencies.
  • Workplace: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is the standard course for workplace compliance under WHS regulations.
  • Support Worker: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid ensures support workers are prepared for various emergencies.
  • Teaching: HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care is recommended for teachers.
  • Security: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is typically required for security personnel to manage emergencies on-site.
  • Construction: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid meets the first aid requirements for construction workers under WHS guidelines.
  • SIA Licence (Security Industry Authority): Security roles may require HLTAID011 Provide First Aid to meet industry standards.
  • Personal Trainer: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is essential for personal trainers to ensure client safety during training sessions.

If you’re unsure which course suits your needs, contact us for expert guidance tailored to your profession.

First aid courses may be tax-deductible if they are directly related to your employment. We recommend consulting your accountant or tax advisor for specific guidance.

Our Short Course in First Aid and CPR is available at multiple locations in Melbourne. The locations are shown in the above table, or check our locations page or contact us to find the most convenient venue near you.

The course code for this program is HLTAID011, which meets national standards for first aid and CPR training.

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a nationally recognised certificate valid for three years, with the CPR component requiring annual renewal.

You sure can! We’ve made booking your first aid and CPR course a seamless experience. Refer to the table above and select a time that suits you. Click the green button to proceed with your booking online. 

You can enrol to study at any of Vital Skills Training’s locations that offer first aid and CPR courses. With convenient training venues across Melbourne, finding a course near you has never been easier. Visit our locations page to find the perfect spot to complete your training.

This course includes an online learning component, but the face-to-face training and assessment are essential for certification and cannot be completed entirely online.

Why should you enrol in this CPR Course?

Learn Life-Saving with Our First Aid CPR Course

Emergencies can strike anytime, and appropriate training may make all the difference. The First Aid CPR Course at Vital Skills Training equips you with the basic skills and knowledge to respond competently in medical emergencies. Be it at home, in the workplace, or out in the community, this course will provide you with the tools necessary to save lives.

What Sets Our First Aid CPR Course Apart?

We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality, nationally recognised training programs. Here is what sets our course apart:

  • Blended Learning: Take 2 hours of online interactive eLearning at your convenience and then 4 hours of face-to-face, hands-on training with expert instructors.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Be prepared to learn a wide variety of essential first aid skills, including CPR techniques, airway management, and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
  • Flexible Locations: With several Melbourne-based training venues, it’s pretty easy to find a course near you.
  • National Accreditation: Students who complete this course will be issued a certificate that is valid for three years and meets all workplace requirements in Australia.

Who Should Take This First Aid CPR Course?

This course is ideal for everyone wanting to acquire essential first aid and CPR skills, including:

  • Workplace Professionals: Comply with the WHS policy and make your workplace a safer one.
  • Parents and Caregivers: Be prepared to handle emergencies involving children and infants.
  • Community Leaders: Gain the confidence to act in critical situations within your community.
  • Fitness Trainers: Ensure the safety of your clients during training sessions.
  • Construction and Security Workers: Learn skills essential for high-risk industries.

Course Content and Learning Outcomes

In a Vital Skills Training First Aid CPR Course, you’ll learn:

  • Emergency Assessment Skills: The DRS ABCD framework is applied to quickly and safely assess and respond to emergencies.
  • CPR Techniques: Carrying out chest compressions and rescue breaths on adults, children, and infants.
  • Airway Management: To clear airways, recognise the problems in breathing, and position casualties in recovery.
  • Defibrillation with AEDs: Understand the crucial role of AEDs and use them effectively in cardiac emergencies.
  • First Aid Essentials: Learn how to treat injuries, manage bleeding, treat burns, and deal with other common workplace or home incidents.

Why Training Matters

Thousands of Australians suffer from sudden cardiac arrest every year. Survival rates are highly dependent on how immediate the actions taken are. For every minute without CPR, survival decreases by 10%. This course will enable you to take immediate and decisive action that will save a life.

Additional Benefits of Choosing Vital Skills Training

Join our First Aid CPR Course and access the following:

  • Experienced Trainers: Learn from professionals who have real-world experience in emergency response.
  • Refresher Reminders: Stay Compliant with WHS Legislation Thanks to easy annual CPR refresher training options.

Enrol in a First Aid CPR Course Today

Finally, do not wait for the emergency to happen. Be prepared with the skills and knowledge to confidently act in any situation. The Vital Skills Training First Aid CPR Course in Melbourne will show your pathway to becoming a certified first aider. Book your course today and make your workplace, home, and community a much safer place.

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