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First Aid Course Melbourne
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- Same-Day First Aid Certificate
- Nationally Accredited & Recognised Certification
- Flexible Online Learning & Assessment
- Training at Your Site by Arrangement
- Courses 7 Days
- Royal Australian College of General Practitioners – endorsed
- Australian College of Nursing – endorsed
- Book Online or by Phone
First Aid Training Melbourne CBD Location
Our CBD location at 131 Queen Street is ideally located if you’re in the city for work or other reasons and looking for a First Aid or CPR course in Melbourne. It’s also handy to Melbourne’s inner-city and surrounding suburbs, including:
- Carlton
- Collingwood
- Docklands
- East Melbourne
- Fitzroy
- North Melbourne
- Parkville
- Port Melbourne
- South Wharf
- South Yarra
- Southbank
- St Kilda Rd
Buses, Trains & Trams
Getting to our CBD location at 131 Queen Street is easy. Aside from getting there on foot, or having someone drive you, you can also arrive by Bus, Train or Tram.
Bus services include: 220, 235, 250, 251, 304, 350, 605.
Nearby stops include:
- Little Bourke St/Queen St
- Lonsdale St/Queen St
- Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St
- Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St
- Queen St/La Trobe St
Relevant City-bound train lines include:
- Craigieburn
- Cranbourne
- Frankston
- Mernda
- Pakenham
- Sandringham
- Sunbury
Tram line 96 stops at:
- 4-Queen St/Bourke St
- 3-Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St
- 4-Queen St/La Trobe St
Choose from these courses:
Provide First Aid – HLTAID003
– also known as Level 2 First Aid or Senior First Aid, and soon to become HLTAID011, this is our most popular course. It is a staple for workplace compliance. Describing the comprehensive scope of this course is like explaining the entire contents of a quality First Aid kit.
Provide CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) -HLTAID001
– CPR is a life-saver for cardiac arrest victims and others who have been deprived of life-giving oxygen. This course is not to be confused with Level 1 First Aid (HLTAID002 Basic Emergency Life Support), which is part of Provide First Aid HLTAID003 and Emergency First Aid HLTAID004.
Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education & Care Setting – HLTAID004
– also known as Child Care First Aid, this course is a career requirement for many people, and a compelling choice for concerned parents.
Provide CPR puts essental life-saving skills well within your reach, in very short time.
Provide First Aid and Child Care First Aid are popular and comprehensive First Aid courses, ideal for career advancement. Combining more advanced First Aid including CPR, these courses involve more e-Learning and a half-day of face-to-face training.



















Business Owners
Business owners have a legal obligation to assess potential hazards in their workplaces and consequently, decide how many of their workers need First Aid certificates.
For further advice regarding this, or any other aspect of occupational First Aid, please don’t hesitate to call us.
Admission Requirements
To attend a First Aid course with Australia Wide First Aid, you must be at least 14 years of age. If you’re under 18, you’ll need to provide signed consent from a parent or guardian.
For cardiopulmonary resuscitation assessment, you will need to be physically capable of carrying out 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on a mannikin while kneeling on the floor.

Our First Aid Course Melbourne Training Centre
Our Melbourne CBD training centre at 131 Queen Street (read more about this building) is where you can get a nationally recognised First Aid certificate in one day — with easily accessed e-Learning and sensible class sizes.
More than a million Australians have gained their First Aid certificates through our courses, enjoying streamlined training that we have been fine-tuning since 1996.
Accredited First Aid Courses Melbourne
Our training centre in Melbourne’s CBD will be ideal if you searched “First Aid course near me in Melbourne”, or “CPR training near me in Melbourne”. We offer morning, afternoon, and weekend courses that will save you both time and money.
Training 7 Days a Week
Our courses are scheduled Monday to Sunday: 9:00am – 5:30pm.
You can quickly see which courses are available, when, and at what price, by using the course selector, under Book Now! in the red banner above.
Workplace First Aid for Business Owners
If you run a business, your staff can benefit from group training done at your premises. The First Aid training can be customised to suit the health and safety concerns specific to your workplace.
This is fully accredited certification and training — easily accessible, not just for individuals, but for companies too.
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Given you can get your certificate the same day as you successfully complete your Melbourne First Aid course, this price guarantee makes it a no-brainer.
Endorsement Matters
Better prices are a deciding factor. So too is unwavering endorsement from peak bodies in Australia’s health industry.
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) endorses our First Aid courses and also includes them in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for nurses.
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) also endorses our courses and recommends our First Aid training for doctors’ Continuing Professional Development.
Accreditation Matters
The accredited certificate you get will be recognised and accepted Australia-wide. This is thanks to our being a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #31961) and maintaining full compliance.
This compliance applies to both our courses and our trainers in accordance with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET).
Our CPR and First Aid training follows the guidelines established by the Australian Resuscitation Council.
We hand-pick trainers who know how to make learning enjoyable and more effective. You only need to scan through our Google reviews to see the kind of appreciation there is for our trainers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does A First Aid Course Take?
Our courses include face-to-face training. Before you do this, you’d need to complete an e-Learning component, which is fully online and can be done at your convenience.
Course Title | Face-to-Face Training |
HLTAID001 – CPR | 2 hours |
HLTAID003 – Provide First Aid | 4 hours |
HLTAID004 – Child Care First Aid | 5 Hours |
How Much Does a First Aid Course Cost?
Our Melbourne courses cost between $69 and $148. Our Best Price Guarantee gives you a 10% advantage over any competing price. The range of prices depends on the course and the location selected. Use the selector in the red banner at the top of this page to quickly check current prices and availability.
Where Are First Aid Courses Held?
Along with our Melbourne CBD training location, we have branches in Victoria at Clayton, Ringwood and Sunshine.
Our training locations across Australia include four state capitals. You can see our branches listed here by state: Find a First Aid course near me.
We can also arrange for training to be conducted for groups at your onsite location. This has a further benefit in that the training can be tailored to suit the specific health and safety concerns at your workplace.
Are School First Aid Courses available?
Our Trainers are available for onsite group First Aid training. The First Aid course requirements for students include written consent from parent/guardian for student under 18 years, and a minimum age of 14 years. Student would also need to be physically capable of kneeling to perform CPR on a mannikin placed on the floor uninterrupted for 2 minutes.
First Aid Course Tips
- Download your First Aid eBook
- Read the relevant passages, as instructed in your Welcome email.
- Refer to your eBook to answer questions in your e-Learning assignment.
- Submit your finished assignment by 11.59pm AEST before the day of your scheduled face-to-face training.
- You’ll need to be physically capable of kneeling on the floor to perform CPR on a mannikin, uninterrupted for at least 2 minutes.
- Your Unique Student Identifier is a necessary part of your qualification. You can obtain your USI at the official government website.
Online First Aid Course + Face-to-Face Practical Training
Our courses allow you the flexibility to do the e-Learning part of your First Aid training, online and at your convenience.
Then it’s simply a matter of completing the face-to-face practical component of your training. The time dedicated to face-to-face training is minimised.
This in-person instruction, conducted at our Melbourne CBD training venue, is similarly available at our other Victorian training branches — as well as others around Australia.
The entire learning process has been streamlined. It’s designed to get you certified straight away.
Your certificate will be recognised Australia-wide — after all, you’ll be certified by a fully accredited training organisation (RTO no. 31961).
Your First Aid Trainer
Roger, as you can see from the photo, is dressed for danger. He will most likely choose more accommodating attire when he greets you at your First Aid class, of course.
When Roger is not busy training for us and sharing the benefits of his vast experience, he is usually out in the field — devising emergency strategies at warehousing sites that are at risk of potential fire, chemical, electrical, and other hazards.
He’s not only skilled and experienced when it comes to emergencies in the workplace, he’s also a certified snake handler.
Whether he’s showing you how to perform CPR on a mannikin, discussing asthma risks and emergencies, or explaining First Aid management of anaphylaxis, your emergency training with Roger is certain to be interesting, educational, enjoyable, and memorable.
Get Started with Your Training
Booking your Melbourne First Aid course online can be done with just a few clicks. Alternatively, just pick up the phone and our friendly staff will make your booking a breeze.
If you’re in business and need First Aid training for your workers, get in touch with us today.
Call 1300 336 613 or message us from our contact page.
Course Information
Critical Student Information & Detailed Course Overview Sheet
Getting Here
PUBLIC TRANSPORT (JOURNEY PLANNER)
Public transport is the easiest and quickest way to reach our Melbourne CBD training venue.
BUS, TRAM and TRAIN are all close by.
NOTE: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to course commencement to allow for everyone to be safely seated. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entry.
Food & Refreshments
Water is readily available throughout the day.
A 30 minute lunch break is scheduled for courses running over 4 hours. You are welcome to bring your own lunch. Alternatively, there are a multitude of places offering food in the area.
Find the Best First Aid Course for You
First Aid refers to a set of first responses to a range of medical emergency situations.
In Australia, these medical responses are catalogued by the National Register of Vocational and Education Training as units of competencies, for which learners can earn Statements of Attainment.
Australia Wide First Aid – Melbourne specialises in courses that cover these units of competencies. For example, we have a standalone unit for CPR Only, which has the course code HLTAID001.
Our most popular course — Provide First Aid — bundles together 3 of these units: HLTAID001, HLTAID002, and HLTAID003.

Provide CPR HLTAID001 / HLTAID009
– a standalone course, as well as a core unit of competency in the popular Provide First Aid HLTAID003 course.
Provide CPR HLTAID001 (soon to be known as HLTAID009) covers the theory and practice needed to provide an immediate response to a breathing or cardiac emergency.
When trained in the use of this lifesaving procedure, you’ll be capable of potentially preventing a casualty from dying or suffering permanent brain damage due to oxygen deprivation.
Certification
Upon successful completion of your enrolment, training and assessment, you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation — emailed to you the same day.
Australian College of Nursing Endorsed Course
Our course is endorsed by the ACN in accordance with CPD (Continuing Professional Development) standards. It is allocated 7 CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia CPD Standard.
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Education Provider
Our Provide CRP course is endorsed under the RACGP QI & CPD programs, which officially recognise our quality training and gives GPs (General Practitioners) an ideal option for their ongoing professional development.
All training provided in our Provide CPR course is in line with Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Safe Work Australia recommends that CPR certification be renewed every 12 months. This is a simple matter of doing a refresher course with a Registered Training Organisation. Australia Wide First Aid is RTO No. 31961.
Critical Student Information & Detailed Course Overview Sheet
Provide First Aid HLTAID003 / HLTAID011
– the minimum requirement for workplace First Aid compliance.
Soon to be officially coded as HLTAID011 and previously known as Apply First Aid, Senior First Aid or Level 2 Workplace First Aid, this course includes:
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
Certification
Upon successful completion of your enrolment, training and assessment, you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment for
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
— all emailed to you the same day you finish your course.
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid certificates should be renewed every 3 years.
HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation should be renewed every 12 months.
This is simply a matter of doing a refresher course with an Australian Registered Training Organisation. Australia Wide First Aid is RTO No. 31961.
Australian College of Nursing Endorsed Course
This course is endorsed by ACN in accordance with CPD (Continuing Professional Development) standards. It is allocated 7 CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – CPD standard.
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Education Provider
Our courses are approved under the RACGP QI & CPD program. Official recognition of the quality of our training means that GPs (General Practitioners) have a preferred Registered Training Organisation to help them meet their ongoing professional development needs.
All training provided is in line with Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Critical Student Information & Detailed Course Overview Sheet


Provide an Emergency Response in an Education and Care Setting – HLTAID004 / HLTAID012
– also known as Child Care First Aid, and soon to be officially coded HLTAID012, this course is a requirement if you intend to work in the childcare or education sectors.
This course also appeals to parents who wish to be prepared in the event their young ones are ever in need of First Aid.
With its additional focus on emergency care for infants and children, this course also includes the Provide CPR and Provide First Aid units.
You’ll acquire the skills and knowledge needed to provide an emergency response to an infant, child and adult. This includes the use of all 3 mannikin types during the CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) part of the course.
Includes:
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency Response in an Education & Care Setting
Certification
Upon successful enrolment, training and assessment, you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment for
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency Response in an Education & Care Setting
Both HLTAID003 Provide First Aid and HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency Response in an Education & Care Setting certificates should be renewed every 3 years.
HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation should be renewed every 12 months.
This is simply a matter of doing a refresher course with an Australian Registered Training Organisation. Australia Wide First Aid is RTO No. 31961.
All training provided is in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Critical Student Information & Detailed Course Overview Sheet