Question 1

Is our first aid course nationally recognised and accredited?

Accepted Answer

Yes. First Aid Courses Darwin is operated by Sharon McCulloch trading as FirstAidPro Pty Ltd who is a Nationally Recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 40407) who provides nationally accredited first aid training that meets the ASQA guidelines for Training and Assessment in Australia. The course content is based on guidelines from the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and our courses are equivalent to, and is usually exceed comparable courses. Upon successful completion, you are awarded a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment certification which shows the course name and national codes for the unit/s completed.

Question 2

Is Prior Learning from other first aid training providers, regardless of state or territory it was completed in also recognised by FirstAidPro?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Firstaidpro as an RTO is required to offer students the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) toward units of competence or qualification for courses enrolled in. While application for RPL may be done anytime, you are encouraged to do so before start of the training program when you enrol. For more details on Recognition Guidelines and for information on the process of applying for RPL.

Question 3

Are there age restrictions when taking first aid courses?

Accepted Answer

Whilst there are some restrictions we believe everyone should have the skills to save a life. At FirstAidPro, children are accepted from as young as 12 years old if with guardian/parent present at all times and 14 years old if without guardian present. Adults of any age may a enrol as long as they are able to physically meet the course practical task requirement to perform CPR for 2 minutes in a kneeling position on the floor.

Question 4

Does my employer need to train us in first aid?

Accepted Answer

The Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act 1986 sets out the essential aspects of First Aid that employers have to address. Employers have a legal duty to make arrangements to ensure their employees receive immediate attention.

Question 5

When do I receive my first aid certificate?

Accepted Answer

After successful completion of the course, you will usually receive your Nationally Recognised Training first aid certificate on the same day as your first aid course is completed, in some circumstances this may be the next business day if a weekend course is attended. The certificate comes as a PDF emailed to you, provided your payment for your first aid course and your USI details have been verified and paid prior to course commencement. Should you require a full colour paper copy of your certificate posted to you, you can contact our office and for a fee it will be posted via Australia Post.

Question 6

What is a USI and how do I get one?

Accepted Answer

Your Unique Student Identifier (USI) will contain all your nationally recognised training records and results from January 1 2015 onwards. Think of it like your tax file number or CRN, this is a unique number you are allocated for life and is used to track your training and helps you find evidence of all training you completed since January 1 2015. You need to have a USI for you to be able to enroll in any accredited training course in Australia, including FirstAidPro courses. Ensuring you provide your USI information upon enrolment either over the phone or online will also ensure you receive your certificate on time.

Question 7

How long is my first aid certificate valid?

Accepted Answer

If you have completed a first aid course in the last few years with Firstaidpro, or another provider, there is a chance it may have now expired. See the course list below to see how long each certification lasts.

HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
Your Provide First Aid certificate (previously known as Apply First Aid or Senior First Aid) is valid for three (3) years.

Comprehensive First Aid - includes Provide First Aid & CPR
Your Provide First Aid certificate is valid for three (3) years, however, the CPR component needs to be updated annually for you to keep your certification current.

HLTAID001 Provide CPR
Your Provide CPR certificate is valid for one (1) year as per Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.

HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (BELS)
Your BELS certificate is valid for three (3) years.

HLTWHS005 Manual Handling
Your Manual Handling courses includes CPR and BELS. An annual refresher course is required for healthcare workers.

Student Placement Packages
Student packages consist of CPR, BELS and Manual Handling courses. An annual refresher course is required for healthcare workers.

HLTAID004 Childcare First Aid Course
Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting needs to be renewed every three (3) years. Provide CPR should be renewed annually.

If in doubt, check your Certificate
Look for the certificate expiry date which is required to be printed on your certificate.

If you have completed a course with Firstaidpro we can verify your expiry date and if it is still current re-issue your certificate for you for a fee of $12 including postage for more information call us on (1300) 029 132 during normal office hours, or courses@firstaidpro.com.au.

Question 8

Is there any studying or online assessment required prior to attending my first aid course?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the integrity of our assessment process, there is no online assessment or prior theory workbook or testing required. All our training courses are competency based, this means there will be a requirement to complete written and progressive assessments will take place throughout the practical course session.

P: (08) 8382 4677

E: courses@firstaidpro.com.au

A: Level 5, 116 Esplanade, Darwin, NT 0800

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