General First Aid Course Questions
Q: Are Canberra First Aid courses nationally recognised?
A: Yes. All courses are delivered under the auspices of Allens Training Pty Ltd (RTO 90909), ensuring national accreditation across Australia.
Q: What courses do you offer?
A: Our main courses include:
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HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (childcare-specific)
We also offer HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid, Low Voltage Rescue and many more as well as tailored and group training.
Q: How long do the courses take?
A: Please see each course specific page to get the answer to this question.
Q: How much do courses cost?
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HLTAID011 Provide First Aid – $110 (special price ongoing, reduced from $160)
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HLTAID009 Provide CPR – $65
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HLTAID012 Education & Care Setting – $130 (special price, reduced from $150/above)
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HLTAID014 Advanced First Aid – $200
Q: How soon will I get my certificate?
A: You’ll typically receive your certificate the same day—shortly after completing both the online and face-to-face components.
Booking & Attendance
Q: How do I book a first aid course?
A: You can book online anytime via the “Dates and Book” or main course pages and choose your preferred course and location.
Q: Can I reschedule if I can’t attend?
A: Yes, with advance notice per our terms. A late cancellation (less than 48 hours before) may incur a fee or loss of fee, depending on class size and rescheduling policy.
Q: Is there free parking at training venues?
A: Absolutely! All public venues—including Fyshwick Markets—offer free parking.
Workplace & Group Training
Q: Can Canberra First Aid deliver training at our workplace?
A: Yes! We offer flexible onsite training for businesses at no extra cost. We come to your venue at times that suit your staff, including nights and weekends.
Q: Do you offer group discounts?
A: Yes—we provide competitive group rates, especially for corporate clients and large bookings.
Childcare & Education-Specific Questions
Q: Which course is required for childcare workers and educators?
A: The HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting meets ACECQA requirements and includes first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis training.
Q: Does HLTAID012 include asthma and anaphylaxis training?
A: Yes—it covers management of both conditions, including the use of EpiPens and relievers, tailored for educational settings.
Other FAQs
Q: Why choose Canberra First Aid?
A: We’ve trained over 21,000 students and delivered nearly 500 courses in the past year alone. Our trainers are highly experienced and deliver engaging, practical training that sticks . We’re proud to have over 2000 Google reviews with a full 5-star average rating—and our promise: if you can find a provider in Canberra with better feedback, we’ll train you for free.