Immediate Response First Aid (IRFA) is an ASQA-accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32154) delivering paramedic-led first aid training across Queensland since 2006. Same-day certificates, lowest prices, real emergency expertise.
Immediate Response First Aid (IRFA) is an ASQA-regulated Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32154) based at 96 Bellflower Road, Sippy Downs QLD. Since 2006, we have trained over 60,000 Australians across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, and Queensland-wide — with one purpose: give every person the skills to save a life.
Unlike generic training providers, every IRFA course is designed and delivered by qualified paramedics with active emergency experience. Our director, Peter McGreal, is a working paramedic whose curriculum reflects what actually happens in a real emergency — not what looks good on a compliance checklist.
We are registered and audited by ASQA, aligned with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines, and fully compliant with Safe Work Australia requirements and ACECQA childcare regulations.
Founded in Sippy Downs — over 18 years of trusted Queensland training
Australians trained across all courses and locations statewide
Australia's most affordable nationally accredited CPR training
First-attempt pass rate across all IRFA courses
"When more of us know first aid, more of us survive. That's not a tagline — that's why we show up at 7AM every morning."Peter McGreal — Director & Chief Instructor, IRFA RTO 32154
All courses delivered face-to-face by paramedic instructors. Same-day digital certificates. No hidden fees. Accepted by all Australian employers, regulators and ESI organisations.
Life-saving skills for all ages
Hands-on CPR for adults, children & infants plus AED operation. Queensland's only 7AM sessions — done before work. Annual renewal required.
Complete workplace first aid certification
The most comprehensive first aid course for workplaces. DRSABCD, CPR, wound management, burns, fractures and emergency response. 3 certificates same day.
Childcare workers & educators
ACECQA-approved childcare first aid — paediatric CPR, anaphylaxis, asthma, EpiPen training. Mandatory for childcare, OSHC and education workers. 4 certificates same day.
WHS compliance for electrical workers
Mandatory for electricians, ESI workers and electrical contractors. Full-day theory + live LV panel rescue scenarios. Required by Energy Queensland, Powerlink and QBCC contractors.
Streamlined refresher course
Already certified? Renew your first aid certificate in just 3 hours with our streamlined refresher covering updated 2025 ARC guidelines. Same-day recertification.
We come to your workplace
IRFA brings all equipment to your workplace — office, depot, construction site, substation or school. Volume discounts for groups of 5+ staff. Anywhere in QLD.
Not a reseller — we are the RTO. Book directly with IRFA for better service, better prices and paramedic-quality training you can trust.
Direct from the RTO means no reseller margin. CPR from $55, First Aid from $110 — no hidden fees. If you find cheaper, we'll beat it.
Over 18 years and 60,000+ graduates. Trusted by hundreds of Australian businesses, schools and government bodies for WHS compliance.
Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment by email the same day — registered on My Skills and training.gov.au. Valid all states.
Australia's only accredited 7AM first aid sessions — perfect for shift workers, nurses, healthcare staff and early risers. Book a 7AM session.
Every session is led by a qualified paramedic or emergency medical professional with real-world experience — compliant with ARC guidelines.
We come to you. Tailored workplace first aid training for groups of 5+ across Queensland and nationally. All equipment supplied.
IRFA's point of difference is simple: every instructor is a qualified paramedic or emergency health professional with active field experience. Our director, Peter McGreal, is a working paramedic who personally designed our curriculum around what actually saves lives.
When a student asks "what does it actually feel like in a real cardiac arrest?" — our instructors have been there. Dozens of times. That lived experience changes the quality of training in ways no generic facilitator course ever can. Our 99% first-attempt pass rate reflects that.
All instructors maintain active paramedic or emergency health roles — training never loses touch with reality
Aligned with ARC guidelines and Safe Work Australia — updated whenever evidence changes
50+ CPR mannequins and AED trainers means more hands-on time per student — not a lecture hall
Qualified trainers can partner with IRFA or join our Partner Network
Peter McGreal — Director & Chief Instructor
Qualified paramedic · 18+ years emergency & training experience · IRFA founder
96 Bellflower Road, Sippy Downs QLD 4556 · 2 minutes from USC · 100+ free parking spaces
IRFA training is accepted by every major regulator, employer, ESI organisation and licensing authority across Australia.
Registered and audited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority. All qualifications nationally valid under the AQF. Verify at training.gov.au.
WHS Act compliant for all states. Safe Work Australia workplace first aid obligations met by HLTAID009 and HLTAID011.
CPR techniques follow current ARC & ANZCOR guidelines. Updated annually to reflect the latest resuscitation science.
HLTAID012 meets ACECQA approved first aid qualification requirements for all Australian education and care settings.
UETDRMP018 meets Electrical Safety Act 2002 (QLD) obligations for all licensed electricians and ESI workers.
White Card accepted by QBCC. UETDRMP018 accepted by Energy Queensland and Powerlink contractors.
IRFA delivers accredited first aid training across Queensland and nationally. Select a location to view available sessions and dates.
IRFA training is accepted by every major Australian employer, licensing authority and regulatory body.
Book directly with IRFA — same-day certificates, paramedic trainers, Australia's lowest prices. No resellers, no middlemen.
Mon–Sat 7AM–6PM AEST · RTO 32154 · ASQA Accredited · 96 Bellflower Rd, Sippy Downs QLD 4556