How do I become a first aider
Get qualified to work as a first aider with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, First Aiders are generally not paid for their work, unless it is part of your role in the workplace. You may be given some funds to cover your expenses but you will donate your time for free. First Aiders often have another job as well as their volunteer first aider role.
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There are currently no accurate figures for the number of people acting as First Aiders in Australia. This role may be part of employees’ roles at work or they may be volunteering their time to provide first aid in the community. First Aiders may be required across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
If you’d like to be able to provide first aid, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Basic Health Care. You’ll learn techniques such as CPR, basic clinical care and critical infection control. You’ll also learn about sensitivities for cultural groups and emergency communication skills.
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- 22575VIC Course in Basic Oxygen Administration for First Aid
- BSBWHS416 Contribute to Workplace Incident Response
- HLT21020 Certificate II in Medical Service First Response
- HLTAID006 Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID009 & HLTAID010 & HLTAID011 & HLTAID012 First Aid Plus
- HLTAID009 & HLTAID010 & HLTAID011 First Aid (Including CPR)
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
- HLTAID016 Manage First Aid Services and Resources
- HLTSS00068 Occupational First Aid Skill Set
- SISSS00126 Wilderness First Aid
- VU22927 Manage Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace
First Aider careers
A First Aider provides basic care to a casualty in an emergency situation. You’ll provide assistance such as treating a wound, attending to a bite or sting or providing CPR. You might provide first aid as part of your role at work, as a volunteer in the community or in your personal life in an emergency. First Aiders undertake training in the provision of basic emergency care.
First Aiders should be able to remain calm in a challenging situation. You’ll need to be flexible and able to respond to a range of situations. First Aiders should communicate well and be able to interact with people from a range of backgrounds. You must be able to follow correct procedures and understand instructions well.
