Quick answer: CPR certification (HLTAID009) must be renewed every 12 months in Australia. This applies to all Queensland workers who hold a current first aid certificate. Your full first aid certificate (HLTAID011) is valid for 3 years, but CPR within it must be updated annually. IRFA delivers CPR renewal at four North Brisbane venues — Redcliffe Peninsula, North Lakes, Virginia/Northgate, and Caboolture — from $45 with same-day certificates.
Why CPR Must Be Renewed Every 12 Months
The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) mandates annual CPR renewal because resuscitation guidelines are periodically updated — and more importantly, because hands-on CPR skills degrade significantly without regular practice. Studies show that compression quality and technique confidence decline within months of initial training. Annual renewal keeps your muscle memory sharp and your knowledge current.
For Queensland employers, this creates a practical compliance obligation: if you employ workers who hold HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid), you are responsible for ensuring their CPR component is renewed each year — not just at the 3-year mark when the full certificate expires.
Who Needs Annual CPR Renewal in North Brisbane?
- Nominated first aid officers in any Queensland workplace
- Childcare workers and early childhood educators (ACECQA requirement)
- Construction site first aiders
- Allied health support staff
- School and OSHC staff
- Aged care workers
- Fitness instructors and personal trainers
- Security personnel
- Anyone whose employer or licensing body specifies annual CPR
CPR Renewal vs Full First Aid Renewal — What’s the Difference?
| Course | Code | Duration | Valid For | Price at IRFA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPR Renewal | HLTAID009 | 2 hours | 12 months | $45 |
| Provide First Aid (Full) | HLTAID011 | 4 hours | 3 years* | $95 |
| Childcare First Aid | HLTAID012 | 4 hours | 3 years* | $95 |
*CPR within HLTAID011 and HLTAID012 must still be renewed annually via HLTAID009.
If your HLTAID011 is approaching its 3-year expiry, you’ll need the full refresher — not just the CPR renewal. See our guide: HLTAID011 vs HLTAID009 vs HLTAID012 — Which Course Do You Need?
Where to Renew CPR in North Brisbane — IRFA’s 4 Venues
IRFA (RTO 32154) runs CPR renewal sessions across four venues in the Moreton Bay region. All venues offer same-day certificates and sessions from 7 AM — designed for workers who need to certify before or between shifts.
1. Redcliffe Peninsula — Redcliffe RSL, Irene Street
Serving Redcliffe, Scarborough, Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, Margate, Woody Point, and surrounding Moreton Bay bayside suburbs. This is IRFA’s only peninsula venue, led by paramedic instructors who incorporate marine and coastal emergency scenarios relevant to the local community.
2. North Lakes — North Lakes Community Centre, 10 The Corso
Serving North Lakes, Mango Hill, Narangba, Griffin, Kallangur, and the broader northern growth corridor. 7 AM sessions available — CPR done before 9 AM, before the Westfield opens. Ideal for retail, logistics, and healthcare workers in the North Lakes precinct.
3. Virginia / Northgate — Northgate Hall, 34 Ridge Street
Serving Virginia, Northgate, Nundah, Geebung, Boondall, and inner-north Brisbane. Five minutes from Northgate train station — the most accessible venue for airport workers, logistics staff, and inner-north Brisbane residents who need flexible session times.
4. Caboolture — Caboolture Hub, 4 Hasking Street
Serving Caboolture, Morayfield, Burpengary, Bellmere, Narangba, and surrounding rural Moreton Bay communities. Walking distance from Caboolture train station with free multi-storey parking. The hub for the northern Moreton Bay growth corridor.
What Does CPR Renewal Cover?
IRFA’s HLTAID009 CPR renewal course covers the full ARC-compliant resuscitation sequence in a 2-hour hands-on session:
- Recognition of cardiac arrest and unconsciousness
- Calling Triple Zero (000) and activating the emergency chain
- Adult, child, and infant CPR — correct compression depth and rate
- Rescue breathing technique and ratio
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator) operation — from power-on to shock delivery
- Two-person CPR rotation for rescuer fatigue
- Recovery position for unconscious breathing patients
- Current ARC guideline updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew CPR online?
No. HLTAID009 requires a face-to-face practical assessment. Online or blended CPR courses do not meet the ARC or Safe Work Australia standard for workplace compliance. All IRFA CPR renewal sessions are fully in-person.
What happens if my CPR lapses by a few months?
A lapsed CPR certificate places your employer in a compliance gap under the WHS Act 2011 (Qld). Your first aid certificate (HLTAID011) is technically still valid, but the CPR component within it is out of date. Most employers and regulators treat this as a non-compliant first aid officer. Renew as soon as possible — IRFA has sessions most days across all four venues.
Do I need to bring anything to my CPR renewal?
Bring your current first aid certificate (or certificate number), a photo ID, and wear comfortable clothing suitable for kneeling and performing compressions on a floor mannequin. No pre-reading or homework is required.
How quickly do I get my certificate?
Your Statement of Attainment is emailed on the same day you complete the course — typically within a few hours of finishing. There is no wait period for IRFA certificates.
Book Your CPR Renewal in North Brisbane
IRFA is RTO 32154 — a direct registered training organisation, not a reseller or booking platform. Every course is delivered by our own paramedic-qualified trainers. Same-day certificates. Sessions from 7 AM. Four venues across the Moreton Bay region.
CPR Renewal (HLTAID009) — $45 | 2 hours | Same-day certificate
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