Australian Pacific Training Solutions (APTS) runs first aid courses in Geelong at the Leisuretime Sports Precinct, 262–282 Anakie Road, Norlane VIC 3214. Public training includes CPR, general first aid and first aid for education and care settings. Current course dates can be viewed through the Geelong booking calendar.
The first step is choosing the right nationally recognised unit. HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is the CPR-focused option. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid covers broader first aid skills for workplace, community and personal needs. HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is for people who may need to respond to emergencies involving infants, children and adults in education and care settings.
Some first aid training includes online learning, but practical assessment still requires attendance. An online option does not mean the full course can be completed from home. Learners must demonstrate practical skills where required, including CPR on the floor. The time listed for Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment is the minimum face-to-face assessment time only. It does not include total online study time.
APTS delivers and assesses this nationally recognised training on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Allens Training is the Registered Training Organisation. Learners who meet the course requirements receive the relevant Statement of Attainment through the TrainingDesk portal after completion. This keeps the delivery provider, RTO and course outcome clear before you book.
Compare first aid courses in Geelong
Course | Best suited to | Current published price | Minimum scheduled training |
HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | CPR training or a CPR refresher | $65 | Face-to-Face: 2 hours; Blended: 90 minutes; Refresher: 90 minutes; Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment: 45 minutes face to face, plus required online study |
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid | General workplace, community or personal first aid needs | $99 public-course special | Face-to-Face: 7 hours 30 minutes; Blended: 6 hours; Refresher: 6 hours; Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment: 1 hour face to face, plus required online study |
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting | Childcare workers, educators and other education and care roles | $145 | Face-to-Face: 9 hours; Blended: 7 hours; Refresher: 7 hours; Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment: 1 hour face to face, plus required online study |
All listed times are minimum durations. For Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment, the listed time covers the face-to-face assessment only. Required online learning is additional.
APTS currently lists HLTAID011 Provide First Aid at $135, with a $99 public-course special advertised until the end of 2026. Prices and promotions can change, so check the booking calendar before enrolling.
Which first aid course do I need?
CPR training - HLTAID009
Choose HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation if you need CPR training for work, study, placement or a refresher requirement.
The course focuses on CPR and practical emergency response. Learners must demonstrate CPR skills during assessment, including performing CPR on the floor.
If an employer, placement provider or organisation has named a course code, confirm that HLTAID009 is the unit you need before booking.
General first aid - HLTAID011
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid covers the skills and knowledge required to respond to a range of injuries and illnesses.
Practical first aid topics can include:
- CPR and use of an automated external defibrillator;
- basic emergency life support;
- asthma and anaphylaxis;
- choking;
- severe bleeding and shock;
- fractures, sprains and strains;
- other first aid emergencies.
Successful completion includes:
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
If you are booking for work, confirm the exact nationally recognised unit required for your role. Do not assume one general first aid course meets every workplace requirement.
Childcare and education first aid - HLTAID012
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is for people who may need to give first aid to infants, children and adults in education and care settings.
It may suit childcare workers, early childhood educators, OSHC staff and others working in care roles. Geelong's strong health, care and education workforce makes this a relevant option for many local workers and students, but the exact requirement still depends on the role or employer.
Successful completion includes:
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Confirm the unit code you need before booking.
Before you book
A few checks can help you avoid choosing the wrong course or arriving unprepared.
Confirm the unit code
If your employer, placement provider or organisation has specified HLTAID009, HLTAID011 or HLTAID012, book that exact unit.
Managers booking several staff should check the course required for each role rather than assuming one unit applies to everyone.
Have your USI ready
Learners completing nationally recognised training need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) before a Statement of Attainment can be issued.
Have your USI ready before training so your training record can be processed.
Complete required pre-course work
If your course includes online or pre-course work, complete it within the required timeframe before practical training and assessment.
Be ready for practical assessment
First aid training includes practical assessment.
Participants must be physically able to complete the assessment tasks required for their course. CPR assessment includes performing CPR on the floor.
For HLTAID011, participants must be able to perform two minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor.
Bring identification and suitable clothing
Identification is required when attending training.
Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for practical activities.
What will I receive after the course?
APTS delivers and assesses the relevant nationally recognised training on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.
Learners must meet the assessment requirements for their course. Attendance by itself does not guarantee a training outcome.
After successful completion, the Statement of Attainment is delivered through the TrainingDesk portal.
For HLTAID011, the Statement of Attainment includes:
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
For HLTAID012, successful completion includes HLTAID012 as well as HLTAID011, HLTAID010 and HLTAID009.
First Aid Training at Geelong venue
APTS lists its Geelong training venue at:
Leisuretime Sports Precinct
262–282 Anakie Road
Norlane VIC 3214
The venue provides a physical option for first aid training in Geelong VIC. It may suit learners travelling from Norlane, Corio, North Geelong, Geelong West, central Geelong and other nearby areas.
Parking
APTS currently lists 231 standard parking bays and seven accessible parking bays at the Leisuretime Sports Precinct.
Additional parking is listed beside the venue at Bell Post Shopping Centre, with pedestrian access to the precinct.
Public transport
APTS lists bus routes 22 and 23 near the venue. It also identifies North Shore, Corio and Geelong railway stations as possible connection points for local transport.
Check current public transport services before your class, as routes and timetables can change.
Accessibility
The first aid training facility has wheelchair accessibility
View Upcoming Geelong Courses
How first aid training works
The delivery model affects how theory, practical training and assessment are completed.
Face-to-face training
With face-to-face delivery, learners complete the required training and assessment in person.
Minimum durations are:
- HLTAID009 - 2 hours
- HLTAID011 - 7 hours 30 minutes
- HLTAID012 - 9 hours
Blended training
Blended delivery combines more than one type of learning. It still includes the required practical training and assessment.
Minimum durations are:
- HLTAID009 - 90 minutes
- HLTAID011 - 6 hours
- HLTAID012 - 7 hours
Refresher training
Refresher training is for eligible learners updating their training under the relevant course conditions.
Minimum durations are:
- HLTAID009 - 90 minutes
- HLTAID011 - 6 hours
- HLTAID012 - 7 hours
Online Training with Face-to-Face Assessment
Online learning lets participants complete theory away from the venue. Practical assessment still requires attendance.
Minimum face-to-face assessment times are:
- HLTAID009 - 45 minutes
- HLTAID011 - 1 hour
- HLTAID012 - 1 hour
These times do not include total online study time.
What practical skills are assessed?
First aid training prepares learners to respond to emergency situations within the scope of their course.
Depending on the unit, practical scenarios may involve:
- CPR;
- use of an automated external defibrillator;
- severe bleeding and shock;
- asthma and anaphylaxis;
- choking;
- fractures and other injuries;
- incident reporting.
Learners may need to assess a situation, provide first aid within the limits of their training and seek help from emergency services when needed.
The exact assessment depends on the unit. Practical assessment is one reason online learning should not be confused with a fully online first aid course.
First aid training for Geelong workplaces and groups
APTS offers workplace and group training in addition to public courses for individuals.
For a manager or workplace administrator, the first step is to confirm which unit each employee needs. Workplace requirements can vary by role, industry and organisation.
Group training may suit Geelong employers arranging training for:
- first aid officers;
- new staff;
- workers whose training needs updating;
- several employees who require the same unit;
- support staff and care teams;
- trade, construction or industrial teams.
This is particularly relevant in Geelong's health and community services, education, construction, manufacturing, retail and trade sectors.
APTS's Geelong information also lists onsite workplace training and after-hours options.
Public course booking: use the Geelong booking calendar to choose an individual session.
Workplace or group training: use the group-booking pathway to discuss the required courses and scheduling.
Make a Group Booking
How often should first aid and CPR training be refreshed?
APTS's current guidance reflects the Australian Resuscitation Council recommendation to refresh CPR skills every 12 months.
General first aid qualifications such as HLTAID011 and HLTAID012 are commonly refreshed every three years.
Employer, industry or regulatory requirements may differ. Check the requirements that apply to your role before relying on a general renewal timeframe.
