First Aid & CPR Training Sunshine Coast
Complete HLTAID011 + HLTAID009 + HLTAID010 from $110 | 4-Hour Combined Course | Same-Day Triple Certification | Paramedic Trainers
Get complete first aid and CPR certification in one efficient 4-hour course. HLTAID011 automatically includes HLTAID009 (CPR) and HLTAID010 (Basic Emergency Life Support) at no extra cost - three nationally recognized certificates for just $110.
✨ Why Choose Combined Training?
You receive THREE certificates in one course: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid + HLTAID009 Provide CPR + HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support. Maximum qualifications, minimum time, best value.
What's Included in HLTAID011?
💓 HLTAID009 - Provide CPR
Full CPR certification included:
- Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
- Correct compression depth and rate
- Hand positioning and body mechanics
- AED (defibrillator) operation
- AED pad placement for different ages
- Recovery position for breathing casualties
- Two-rescuer CPR coordination
- Choking management (all ages)
Valid for 12 months (annual renewal required)
🆘 HLTAID010 - Basic Emergency Life Support
Emergency response fundamentals:
- DRSABCD action plan
- Scene safety assessment
- Consciousness checks
- Calling emergency services (000)
- Airway management
- Breathing assessment
- Basic life support protocols
- Handover to paramedics
Foundation for all first aid skills
🩹 HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid (Complete Package)
Comprehensive first aid covering all emergencies:
- Wound Management: Severe bleeding control, cleaning, dressing
- Burns Treatment: All classifications, cooling, covering
- Fractures & Injuries: Immobilization, splinting, RICE protocol
- Medical Emergencies: Heart attack, stroke, diabetes, seizures
- Respiratory: Asthma, anaphylaxis, breathing difficulties
- Environmental: Heat stroke, hypothermia, snake bites
- Shock Management: Recognition and treatment
- Poisoning & Overdose: Emergency response
- Head & Spinal Injuries: Safe handling protocols
- Soft Tissue Injuries: Sprains, strains, dislocations
- Workplace Protocols: Incident reporting, documentation
- Legal Requirements: Duty of care, consent, confidentiality
Valid for 3 years (CPR component requires annual renewal)
"I needed both first aid and CPR for my new job at Sunshine Plaza. Instead of doing two separate courses, HLTAID011 gave me everything in one 4-hour session at IRFA. Got three certificates emailed to me that afternoon. So convenient and great value. The trainer was a paramedic and really knew his stuff."
Combined Course vs Separate Courses
See why taking HLTAID011 is smarter than booking CPR and first aid separately
| Comparison | HLTAID011 Combined Course | Separate CPR + First Aid |
|---|---|---|
| Certificates Received | ✅ 3 certificates (HLTAID011 + 009 + 010) | 2 certificates (taken separately) |
| Total Training Time | 4 hours (single session) | 6+ hours (2 separate sessions) |
| Total Cost | $110 (all-inclusive) | $165+ ($55 + $110 separately) |
| CPR Training | ✅ Full HLTAID009 included | Separate booking required |
| Basic Life Support | ✅ HLTAID010 included | Not always included |
| Booking Convenience | One booking, one date, one venue | Two separate bookings & dates |
| Time Off Work | Half a day (4 hours) | Two separate half-days |
| Certificate Expiry Management | All expire together (easier tracking) | Different expiry dates to manage |
| Workplace Compliance | ✅ Meets all WHS requirements | Must ensure both are current |
| Value for Money | Save $55+ in time & cost | Higher total investment |
💡 Smart Choice for Sunshine Coast Workers
Most employers require BOTH first aid and CPR certification. By taking HLTAID011, you automatically receive both qualifications plus Basic Life Support certification. You save $55+, save 2+ hours of training time, and only need one booking. It's the most efficient way to get fully certified on the Sunshine Coast.
Who Needs Combined First Aid & CPR Training?
Required by Safe Work Australia for designated workplace first aiders. HLTAID011 meets all WHS legislation requirements including CPR.
Essential for builders, electricians, plumbers, and site supervisors. Many Sunshine Coast projects mandate current HLTAID011 + CPR certification.
Required for aged care, disability support, allied health, and medical reception staff. Covers both emergency response and CPR skills.
Managers at Sunshine Plaza, hotels, restaurants, and tourism operators need both first aid and CPR for customer emergencies.
Personal trainers, gym instructors, and sports coaches require HLTAID011 + CPR for insurance and professional registration.
Primary and high school educators need combined certification. (Childcare workers need HLTAID012 instead - see our childcare first aid page)
Security guards, event staff, and crowd controllers must maintain current first aid and CPR certification in Queensland.
Essential life-saving skills for families, sports volunteers, youth group leaders, and anyone wanting to be prepared for emergencies.
⚠️ Important: Childcare Workers
If you work in childcare, early learning, or outside school hours care, you need HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting to meet ACEQA requirements. HLTAID011 alone does not satisfy childcare regulations.
Course Details & What to Expect
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (includes CPR & Basic Life Support)
All-inclusive pricing • 3 certificates • Same-day certification
📅 Course Schedule
- Duration: 4 hours face-to-face
- Session times: 9am-1pm daily
- Location: Sippy Downs training centre
- Pre-course work: 1-2 hours online (optional)
- Days available: Monday-Sunday
📜 Certification
- HLTAID011: Valid 3 years
- HLTAID009: Valid 12 months
- HLTAID010: Valid 3 years
- Digital certs: Same day (2-4 hours)
- Hard copies: Mailed within 5 days
What's Included in $110
- 4-hour expert training session
- 3 nationally recognized certificates
- Digital certificates (same-day)
- Hard copy certificates + wallet cards
- Student handbook (yours to keep)
- All training materials
- CPR mannequin use
- AED trainer access
- Bandaging supplies
- Free on-site parking
- Tea, coffee, refreshments
- No hidden fees
Assessment Process
Theory Component:
- Multiple choice quiz (online or in-class)
- Scenario-based questions
- Open book assessment
Practical Component:
- CPR demonstration (all ages)
- AED operation
- Recovery position
- Wound bandaging
- Emergency scenario response
- DRSABCD action plan
Pass rate: Over 99% of students pass on first attempt with our expert paramedic trainers.
"Needed first aid and CPR for my electrician's license renewal. IRFA's 9am-1pm session was perfect - trained in the morning, back to work in the afternoon. The course covered everything from basic CPR to workplace injuries. Got all three certificates emailed by 3pm. Can't beat the convenience and value at $110 for everything."
Why Choose IRFA for Combined Training?
Competitors charge $150-$185 for the same triple certification. Save $40-$75 by training with IRFA on the Sunshine Coast.
Digital certificates for all three qualifications (HLTAID011 + 009 + 010) emailed within 2-4 hours. Start work immediately.
Learn from qualified paramedics with real emergency response experience, not just textbook knowledge. Over 18 years training Sunshine Coast residents.
Quick morning sessions (9am-1pm) mean minimum disruption. Complete all three certifications in half a day, not multiple sessions.
Easy access from Caloundra (25min), Maroochydore (15min), Nambour (20min), and Noosa (35min). Free on-site parking.
Nationally recognized qualifications accepted by all Australian employers. Meets Safe Work Australia and WHS requirements.
🌟 60,000+ Sunshine Coast Residents Trained
Since 2006, IRFA has been the trusted choice for first aid and CPR training across Caloundra, Maroochydore, Nambour, Noosa, Buderim, Mooloolaba, Kawana, and all Sunshine Coast suburbs. With a 4.9★ rating from 847+ reviews, we're Queensland's preferred training provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! HLTAID011 Provide First Aid automatically includes full CPR certification (HLTAID009) plus Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010).
When you complete HLTAID011, you receive THREE nationally recognized certificates:
- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid (3 year validity)
- HLTAID009 - Provide CPR (12 month validity)
- HLTAID010 - Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (3 year validity)
You do NOT need to book CPR separately - it's all included in the 4-hour HLTAID011 course for $110. This saves you time and money compared to booking individual courses.
Important: While your HLTAID011 certificate is valid for 3 years, the CPR component (HLTAID009) requires annual renewal. After 12 months, you'll need to complete a 2-hour CPR refresher course to keep your certification current.
HLTAID011 takes 4 hours in total - this includes full first aid training, complete CPR certification, and basic emergency life support.
Course structure at IRFA Sippy Downs:
- Session time: 9am-1pm (4 hours)
- Pre-course online learning: 1-2 hours (optional, can reduce face-to-face time)
- Theory component: Emergency response principles, DRSABCD, medical emergencies
- Practical component: CPR on mannequins (all ages), AED use, bandaging, wound care
- Assessment: Multiple choice quiz + practical demonstrations
This is much faster than separate courses:
- HLTAID009 CPR only = 2 hours
- HLTAID011 First Aid = 4 hours (but already includes CPR!)
- Taking them separately = 6 hours across 2 different sessions
By taking HLTAID011, you save 2+ hours and get an additional certificate (HLTAID010) at no extra cost. Perfect for busy Sunshine Coast workers who need comprehensive certification efficiently.
HLTAID011 (which includes CPR and Basic Life Support) costs $110 at IRFA. This is the best value on the Sunshine Coast for combined certification.
What's included in your $110:
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid certificate (3 years)
- HLTAID009 Provide CPR certificate (12 months)
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support certificate (3 years)
- 4-hour face-to-face training session
- Pre-course online materials
- Student handbook (yours to keep)
- All training equipment (CPR mannequins, AED trainers)
- Same-day digital certificates (2-4 hours)
- Hard copy certificates + wallet cards (mailed)
- Free parking at Sippy Downs
- Refreshments (tea, coffee, water)
Price comparison:
- IRFA: $110 for triple certification
- Most competitors: $150-$185 for the same courses
- Your saving: $40-$75 by choosing IRFA
Group discounts available: Training 5+ people? Save up to $20 per person with group booking. Learn about group training
No hidden fees. $110 is the total price - we don't add "material fees" or "certification fees" like some other providers.
Yes, but on different schedules according to Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and Safe Work Australia recommendations.
Certificate validity periods:
- HLTAID011 (First Aid): Valid for 3 years
- HLTAID009 (CPR): Must be renewed every 12 months
- HLTAID010 (Basic Life Support): Valid for 3 years
Typical renewal schedule for Sunshine Coast workers:
- Year 1: Complete HLTAID011 ($110) - get all 3 certificates
- Year 2: CPR refresher only ($55) - 2 hour course
- Year 3: CPR refresher only ($55) - 2 hour course
- Year 4: Complete HLTAID011 again ($110) - renew everything
Why does CPR expire annually? Resuscitation techniques and guidelines are updated regularly by the Australian Resuscitation Council. Annual renewal ensures your skills stay current with the latest evidence-based protocols.
Renewal reminders: IRFA sends email reminders before your certificates expire so you never miss a renewal deadline. Important for workplace compliance and WHS requirements.
Book CPR renewal: Need just a CPR refresher? Book HLTAID009 CPR Only (2 hours, $55)
Yes! HLTAID011 is nationally recognized across all Australian states and territories. As an RTO (Registered Training Organization) 32154, IRFA certificates are accepted by:
- All Queensland employers on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and statewide
- Government departments (federal, state, and local councils)
- Construction industry (meets site first aid requirements)
- Healthcare sector (aged care, disability support, hospitals)
- Education sector (schools, universities) - childcare needs HLTAID012
- Retail & hospitality (shopping centers, hotels, restaurants)
- Fitness industry (gyms, personal training, sports coaching)
- Security & emergency services
- Corporate & office environments
Compliance with legislation:
- Meets Safe Work Australia first aid requirements
- Complies with Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act
- Satisfies Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines
- Accepted for workplace first aid officer roles
Digital verification: All IRFA certificates include a unique verification number that employers can validate through the national training register (training.gov.au).
International recognition: While issued in Australia, IRFA certificates demonstrate first aid competency and are generally accepted overseas for visa/work permit applications (check specific country requirements).
IRFA's main training centre is located in Sippy Downs, central to all Sunshine Coast suburbs with excellent access via the Sunshine Motorway.
Drive times to Sippy Downs from major Sunshine Coast locations:
- Maroochydore: 15 minutes
- Caloundra: 25 minutes
- Nambour: 20 minutes
- Noosa Heads: 35 minutes
- Buderim: 12 minutes
- Kawana Waters: 10 minutes
- Mooloolaba: 18 minutes
- Coolum Beach: 25 minutes
Facility features:
- Free on-site parking - no paid parking or meters
- Modern training rooms - fully air-conditioned and spacious
- Professional equipment - latest CPR mannequins and AED trainers
- Disabled access - wheelchair accessible throughout
- Public transport - bus services available nearby
- Close to USC - near University of the Sunshine Coast
- Refreshments provided - complimentary tea, coffee, water
Can't travel to Sippy Downs? We offer mobile on-site training throughout the Sunshine Coast for groups of 8+. We bring all equipment to your workplace. Learn about workplace training
HLTAID011 IS the better choice - it includes everything CPR has PLUS comprehensive first aid training, for better value and time efficiency.
Comparison breakdown:
If you take HLTAID009 CPR Only ($55, 2 hours):
- ✅ CPR techniques (adult, child, infant)
- ✅ AED operation
- ✅ Recovery position
- ✅ Choking management
- ❌ NO wound care, bleeding control
- ❌ NO burns treatment
- ❌ NO fracture management
- ❌ NO medical emergency response
- ❌ Does NOT qualify you as workplace first aid officer
If you take HLTAID011 ($110, 4 hours):
- ✅ Everything in HLTAID009 CPR
- ✅ PLUS HLTAID010 Basic Life Support
- ✅ PLUS complete first aid (wounds, burns, fractures)
- ✅ PLUS medical emergencies (heart attack, stroke, diabetes, asthma)
- ✅ PLUS workplace first aid requirements
- ✅ Qualifies you as workplace first aid officer
- ✅ You receive 3 certificates instead of 1
When to choose CPR only:
- Annual CPR renewal (you already have current HLTAID011)
- Workplace only requires CPR (uncommon)
- You completed full first aid recently and just need CPR refresher
When to choose HLTAID011:
- First time getting certified
- Your full first aid expired (over 3 years old)
- Workplace requires designated first aid officer
- You want comprehensive emergency response skills
- You want best value ($110 for 3 certificates vs $55 for 1)
Most Sunshine Coast workers choose HLTAID011 because it provides complete certification for only $55 more and 2 extra hours - much better value than doing CPR now and having to come back later for first aid.
No - Australian regulations require face-to-face practical assessment for first aid and CPR certification. Any provider offering "100% online" first aid or CPR is not issuing legitimate nationally recognized certificates.
IRFA's blended learning approach (best of both):
- Online theory component: Complete 1-2 hours of knowledge learning at home (optional)
- Face-to-face practical component: Attend 4-hour session for hands-on skills assessment (mandatory)
- Result: Shorter time in training room, same nationally recognized certification
Why face-to-face is required:
- Australian Resuscitation Council mandates physical CPR demonstration on mannequins
- Assessors must verify correct compression depth, rate, and hand positioning
- AED pad placement must be physically demonstrated
- Bandaging and wound care requires hands-on assessment
- Emergency scenario response needs real-time evaluation
⚠️ Beware of "online-only" first aid certificates:
- Not accepted by Australian employers
- Don't meet WHS compliance requirements
- Won't appear on national training register
- Could result in workplace penalties or insurance issues
IRFA's 4-hour sessions are already efficient: We've streamlined the course to be as quick as possible while still meeting all national training standards. Morning sessions (9am-1pm) mean minimal disruption to your day.
Book Your Combined First Aid & CPR Course
Get triple certification (HLTAID011 + HLTAID009 + HLTAID010) in one efficient 4-hour session. Same-day digital certificates. Expert paramedic trainers. Best value on the Sunshine Coast at $110. Join 60,000+ certified students.
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