First Aid (including CPR)
2027-09-04 08:00 - 15:00, 2027-10-15 08:00 - 15:00, 2027-11-06 08:00 - 15:00, 2027-12-04 08:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Newcastle Mines Rescue Station, 533 Lake Road, ARGENTON, NSW, 2284, Australia
Education and Training | Training Categories | IFA – First Aid (including CPR)

Introduction
This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to provide first aid until qualified emergency help arrives at the scene.

Who Should Attend?

Individuals who wish to develop their skills and knowledge to perform first aid in a range of situations both in the workplace, at home or in the community.

What you will learn

How to assess the situation
Practical application of first aid procedures (inc. CPR, life support, etc.)
Management of the incident, including casualties and other first aiders
Communicating details of the incident to Emergency Services

Credential issued

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Course delivery

This course is delivered through classroom-based training, desktop scenarios and practical exercises.

Assessment includes written, oral and practical tests.

Duration

One Day.

Entry requirements

There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
You must be able to kneel on the floor to perform CPR.
This course is based on a Certificate II level qualification. You should have appropriate literacy and numeracy skills to manage course work, activities and assessments.
Mines Rescue recommends you be aware of the policies and procedures of your workplace before starting the course.

Other Information

What we include when training is at a Mines Rescue Station:

Lunch
Tea and coffee facilities
Additional PPE specific to your training

What you need to bring:

Fully enclosed footwear
Unique Student Identifier (USI) number
Student Portal login details

Refresher:

Refresher training in CPR should be carried out annually and first aid qualifications should be renewed every three years.

Upcoming workshops
Please note: credit card payment is required at the time of enrolment. For alternative payment options, please contact the Mines Rescue station directly.
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All LocationsGunnedahNewcastleSouthernHunter ValleyMoolarbenWestern
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Students Under 18

Mines Rescue minimum age for enrolment is 15 years.
If you are under 18 years of age we will require your parent or guardian to sign your Student Enrolment Form. Please contact a Mines Rescue Station directly to enquire or enrol into your course.

Visa Holders

Mines Rescue is not CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered. If you are visiting Australia and hold a visa, please contact Mines Rescue directly prior to enrolling into any of our courses.

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Student handbook and recognition of prior learning
Please read the Student Handbook for Terms and Conditions, including payment and refund policies.
If you believe you may already hold some of the knowledge and/or experience for this course, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please read our RPL/Credit Transfer Handbook or speak with Mines Rescue prior to enrolment.
Mines Rescue is committed to handling any student complaints or appeals in a fair and timely manner. Please refer to our Complaints and Assessment Appeals Policy for more information.
About Mines Rescue
Mines Rescue has nearly 100 years’ experience assisting the mining industry to manage risk and operate safely.
Mines Rescue is a Registered Training Organisation offering training programs that have been developed by mining and emergency response professionals with national qualifications.
Mines Rescue Pty Limited RTO ID 90508.
