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At a glance
Advance your first aid knowledge or update your current certification with this course that will give you the skills to confidently respond in a medical emergency in the workplace or community.
COURSE OUTCOME
SSHLT0013 First Aid and CPR Skill Set
Cost
| Full fee | $150 - $358 |
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Course overview
Advance your first aid knowledge or update your current certification with this course. This course will add value to your existing certification/s, giving you the skills to confidently provide assistance in a medical emergency in the workplace or in the community.
This course offers you the skills to recognise an emergency situation, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in line with current ARC guidelines, provide first aid, operate first aid equipment, and accurately convey incident details to emergency service personnel. Our industry-embedded teachers offer one-on-one guidance to help you succeed in your studies no matter what flexible study option you choose.
Successful completion of this course will give you the confidence to respond in emergency situations while at work or in the community.
Our learning spaces are more than just classrooms. The simulated working environment will prepare you for real-world situations while under the supervision of industry professionals.
TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Short Course and Apprentice Advance Plus programs - this unit is subsidised under one of these programs. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibilty criteria.
Units
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the units listed below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
HLTAID001Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationUnit code: HLTAID001 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. |
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | |
HLTAID003Provide first aidUnit code: HLTAID003 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, include community and workplace settings. |
Provide first aid | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
- North and Far North Queensland
- Greater Brisbane
- Wide Bay Burnett
- Sunshine Coast
- Gold Coast
- Darling Downs and South West
| Campus | START DATES
 When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Townsville (Pimlico) | 31 March 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus 4hr pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Northern Peninsula Area | 01 April 2020 | 2 days | Part time 6 hours per day | Classroom | Full fee: $358 |
| Townsville (Pimlico) | 14 April 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus 4hr pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Townsville (Pimlico) | 16 April 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus 4hr pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 20 April 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 23 April 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 27 April 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Townsville (Pimlico) | 05 May 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus 4hr pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Townsville (Pimlico) | 06 May 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus 4hr pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 18 May 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 25 May 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 27 May 2020 | 2 days | Part time 6 hours per day | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 05 June 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Atherton | 20 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment Saturday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 22 June 2020 | 2 days | Part time 6 hours per day | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Cairns | 25 June 2020 | 1 day | Part time 1 day workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Thursday Island | 31 December 2020 | 2 days | Part time 6 hours per day | Classroom | Full fee: $358 |
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| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Ridge | Anytime | up to 12 hours | Part time 8 hours of online study & assessment followed by 4 hours practical skills and assessment in the classroom | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Loganlea | Anytime | up to 12 hours | Part time 8 hours of online study & assessment followed by 4 hours practical skills and assessment in the classroom | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| South Bank | Anytime | up to 12 hours | Part time 8 hours of online study & assessment followed by 4 hours practical skills and assessment in the classroom | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Caboolture | Anytime | up to 12 hours | Part time 8 hours of online study & assessment followed by 4 hours practical skills and assessment in the classroom | Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 30 March 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 02 April 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 14 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 18 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 01 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 11 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 16 July 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 10 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 13 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 07 September 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 10 September 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 15 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 26 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 09 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 10 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Springfield | 30 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Ipswich | 01 December 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurunderi | 06 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Nurunderi | 03 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Kingaroy | 11 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport | 22 May 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Friday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 05 June 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Friday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 16 June 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 17 July 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Friday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 25 August 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 16 October 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Friday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
| Southport | 24 November 2020 | 1 day | Pre-reading and theory assessment with a practical skills workshop Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $150 |
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| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Toowoomba | 02 April 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Dalby | 20 April 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Roma | 24 April 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 01 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 14 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Roma | 29 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 29 May 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Warwick | 02 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Dalby | 08 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 11 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Roma | 26 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 27 June 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 16 July 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 31 July 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Warwick | 12 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 13 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Dalby | 17 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 29 August 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 10 September 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 25 September 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 15 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Dalby | 19 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 24 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Warwick | 27 October 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 10 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 27 November 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Toowoomba | 01 December 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Dalby | 07 December 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
| Chinchilla | 12 December 2020 | 1 day | 1 workshop plus pre-reading and assessment | Classroom | Full fee: $150 |
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
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This is the total amount you need to pay when you enrol. This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Selection criteria
It is highly recommended that you are aged 15 years by the course commencement date.
Please note: you must be physically capable of completing the specific assessment requirements.
To successfully meet assessment requirements you are required to demonstrate two minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult manikin on the floor, as well as two minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer (CPR) on an infant manikin on a hard surface.
You will receive a triangular and a roller bandage and a first aid text book.
Resources required
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
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If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 