Quick answer: Group discounts start from 5 participants. A group of 5 saves $10 per person vs public rates. A group of 20 saves $20 per person on HLTAID011. Onsite delivery (groups of 6+) adds the saving of zero travel time for your team. Call 1300 766 298 for a same-day group quote or view upcoming sessions →
Group First Aid Pricing at IRFA North Brisbane — 2026
IRFA’s group pricing is tiered by participant count. The table below shows per-person rates for the three most commonly booked courses. All rates include nationally accredited Statements of Attainment, same-day digital certificates, assessment materials, and trainer costs for venue-based sessions.
| Group Size | HLTAID011 First Aid | HLTAID009 CPR | HLTAID012 Childcare | Saving vs Public Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–4 (public) | $95 pp | $55 pp | $95 pp | — |
| 5–9 | $85 pp | $50 pp | $85 pp | Save $10 pp |
| 10–19 | $80 pp | $45 pp | $80 pp | Save $15 pp |
| 20+ | From $75 pp | From $40 pp | From $75 pp | Save $20 pp |
How Much Can a North Brisbane Business Actually Save?
Let’s run the real numbers for typical North Brisbane business scenarios:
Scenario 1: Small childcare centre — 8 staff needing HLTAID012
- Public rate: 8 × $95 = $760
- Group rate (5–9 tier): 8 × $85 = $680
- Saving: $80 — plus staff travel to a public session vs one coordinated group booking
Scenario 2: Construction contractor — 15 workers needing HLTAID011
- Public rate: 15 × $95 = $1,425
- Group rate (10–19 tier): 15 × $80 = $1,200
- Saving: $225 — before you factor in the productivity cost of 15 workers individually scheduling and travelling to public sessions. See full construction requirements: Construction Site First Aid Requirements Queensland 2026.
Scenario 3: NDIS provider — 25 support workers needing annual CPR renewal
- Public rate: 25 × $55 = $1,375
- Group rate (20+ tier): 25 × $40 = $1,000
- Saving: $375 per year — recurring. Over 3 years that’s $1,125 saved on CPR renewals alone. See NDIS first aid obligations: NDIS First Aid Training Queensland 2026.
What You Need to Book a Group Session
Booking group training with IRFA is straightforward — far simpler than managing individual bookings across multiple staff. You need:
- Your approximate group size (final numbers can adjust up to 3 days before)
- Your preferred course(s) — see the full comparison: HLTAID011 vs HLTAID009 vs HLTAID012 and Which Course Do You Need in North Brisbane?
- Your preferred venue (or confirmation that you want onsite delivery)
- Your preferred date(s)
We’ll hold provisional dates while you confirm participant numbers and provide a written quote within one business day. Group invoices can be raised to the business, not individual participants — simplifying your accounts process.
Onsite Delivery: Where Group Savings Go Further
For groups of 12+, onsite delivery often produces the greatest total saving — not just from the per-person rate, but from eliminating travel time. A team of 15 workers who don’t need to travel to a venue saves approximately 30 minutes each in commuting — that’s 7.5 hours of combined paid work time that stays productive. For most employers, this makes onsite delivery cost-neutral compared to venue-based sessions at group rates.
Full onsite guide: Onsite First Aid Training Queensland — When It Makes Sense, What It Costs & How to Book. Full corporate guide: Corporate First Aid Training North Brisbane.
Annual Compliance Cycles: The Smartest Way to Use Group Pricing
The most cost-effective approach for North Brisbane businesses is to set up a fixed annual training cycle with IRFA — same time each year, group rate locked in. This approach:
- Eliminates the administrative overhead of tracking individual expiry dates (CPR lapses after 12 months, First Aid after 3 years — see: First Aid Certificate Expiry Queensland)
- Guarantees your entire team renews together — no compliance gaps from staggered individual bookings
- Locks in your group rate for renewals, avoiding price increases
- Qualifies for the maximum tier discount if your team size reaches the relevant threshold
Many employers pair the annual CPR cycle with a biennial or triennial full first aid refresher — booking HLTAID009 every year and HLTAID011 every third year in the same session structure.
Which North Brisbane Venue Is Right for Your Group?
- North Lakes — Best for Brendale, Narangba, Mango Hill, Griffin, Kallangur. Large modern training room, free parking, close to Westfield.
- Caboolture — Best for Caboolture, Morayfield, Deception Bay, Beachmere, and rural Moreton Bay businesses. Caboolture Hub, walking distance from train station.
- Redcliffe Peninsula — Best for Redcliffe, Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, Rothwell, Sandgate. Redcliffe RSL, peninsula’s only direct RTO venue.
- Virginia/Northgate — Best for Virginia, Northgate, Nundah, Chermside, inner north Brisbane, and airport-corridor businesses. 5 min from Northgate Station.
FAQs
Can we mix courses in one group booking?
Yes — some staff may need HLTAID011 (first time or 3-year renewal) while others only need HLTAID009 (annual CPR). We can structure a booking that covers both in sequence on the same day, maximising your group rate across the combined headcount.
What if our numbers change after we book?
Group bookings can be adjusted up to 3 business days before the session. If numbers drop below a tier threshold, we’ll advise on the adjusted rate. We understand roster changes happen — we work with you, not against you.
Do you offer further discounts for repeat annual bookings?
Yes. Businesses that commit to an annual training cycle with IRFA can discuss preferred-client arrangements. Call 1300 766 298 to speak with our corporate training coordinator.
How do we know which qualifications our team legally needs?
Start with Workplace First Aid Requirements Queensland 2026 for your legal obligations, and How Many First Aiders Does Your Queensland Workplace Need? for ratio calculations. Or call us — our training coordinators will work through your industry and staff numbers and recommend the right course mix for your compliance obligations.
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