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First Aid & CPR Courses Melbourne

First Aid Training Courses Melbourne

Special Pricing - HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Only $99 until the end of 2026

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To get to any of our first aid training facilities in Melbourne, you can use most routes that connect through key roads such as Kings Way, CityLink, the Monash Freeway, EastLink, the Eastern Freeway, Nepean Highway, Mornington Peninsula Freeway, Footscray Road, Dynon Road, Ballarat Road, the Western Freeway corridor and the Tullamarine Freeway. These routes provide access to our training locations across Melbourne’s south-east, east, west, north-west and Mornington Peninsula areas.
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To get to any of our first aid training facilities in Melbourne by train, most journeys from Southern Cross Station connect through major metropolitan lines including the Frankston, Cranbourne, Pakenham, Lilydale, Belgrave, Sunbury and Craigieburn lines. These services provide access to key stations near our training locations across Melbourne’s south-east, east, west, north-west and Mornington Peninsula areas, with some locations requiring a short bus connection, drive or walk from the nearest station.
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To get to any of our first aid training facilities in Melbourne by bus, most journeys from Southern Cross Station connect through a major train station first, then continue by local bus. Key bus routes include 811, 812 and 828 for Braeside, 426, 456 and 418 for Caroline Springs, 844, 811, 828, 862, 893 and 901 for Dandenong, 781, 784, 785 and 788 for Mornington, 669, 670 and 742 for Ringwood, and 477, 478, 479 and 484 for Westmeadows. These routes support access to our training locations across Melbourne’s south-east, east, west, north-west and Mornington Peninsula areas
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Group First Aid Training

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Australian Pacific Training Solutions provide on-site training at your workplace 7 days a week. Online and after-hours training courses available.

Frequently Asked Questions — First Aid Courses in Melbourne

Where can I book a first aid course in Greater Melbourne?

Australian Pacific Training Solutions offers first aid and CPR training across Greater Melbourne, with listed training venues in Braeside, Caroline Springs, Dandenong, Mornington, Ringwood and Westmeadows. APTS also lists Victorian regional venues in Geelong, Ararat, Ballarat, Bendigo and Stawell. These locations help cover students and workplaces across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, northern suburbs, western suburbs, south eastern suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula.

Which APTS location is closest to me?

The best APTS location depends on where you live, work or study:

  • Ringwood may suit people in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
  • Westmeadows may suit people in the northern suburbs.
  • Caroline Springs may suit people in the western suburbs.
  • Dandenong and Braeside may suit people in the southeastern suburbs.
  • Mornington may suit people on the Mornington Peninsula.

APTS lists all current training venues on its locations page, including address details and map directions.

Does APTS offer first aid courses near Melbourne CBD?

APTS does not list a dedicated Melbourne CBD training venue on its locations page. The closest suitable option will depend on your travel route, course date and suburb. CBD-based workers and businesses can also ask about a group booking, where training may be delivered at the workplace for eligible groups. This can suit offices, retail teams, hospitality venues, hotels, student accommodation teams and public-facing staff across the CBD, Docklands, Southbank, Carlton, North Melbourne and nearby inner suburbs.

Can APTS run first aid training at our workplace in Greater Melbourne?

Yes. APTS offers workplace group bookings where trainers can come to your site for groups as small as 10 participants. APTS says classes are available 7 days a week, with nationally recognised certificates and flexible delivery modes available. This is a practical option for teams in Melbourne offices, schools, childcare centres, warehouses, factories, retail stores, gyms, medical clinics, aged care services, hospitality venues and construction-related workplaces.

What first aid course should I book?

For many workplaces and individuals, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is the most common choice because it includes CPR, basic emergency life support and broader first aid skills. APTS lists HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting, school first aid training, remote first aid and advanced first aid options. If you only need a CPR refresher, HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation may be the better fit. If you work in childcare or education care, HLTAID012 is usually more relevant.

Can I book a CPR course in Greater Melbourne?

Yes. APTS lists HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation as one of its popular first aid courses, with enrolment and group booking options shown on the website. CPR training can be useful for workplaces across Greater Melbourne, including offices, sports clubs, factories, schools, childcare centres, retail teams, hospitality venues and community groups.

Can first aid training be done online?

Some first aid training can include online learning, but practical skills may still need to be assessed face to face. For HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, APTS lists delivery options including face-to-face, blended, refresher and online training with face-to-face assessment. This can suit busy Melbourne workers who want to complete theory before attending a shorter practical session.

How long does HLTAID011 Provide First Aid take?

APTS states that HLTAID011 Provide First Aid can vary by delivery mode. The course page lists minimum times of 7 hours and 30 minutes for face-to-face training, 6 hours for blended delivery, 6 hours for refresher training, and 1 hour for online training with face-to-face assessment. Course times can vary, so check the current booking details before enrolling.

How much does a first aid course cost with APTS?

APTS lists HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation at $65, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid at $135, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting at $145, and the Schools First Aid Skill Set at $175 on its group booking course list. The HLTAID011 course page also shows a public course special of $99 per person. Prices may change, so students should check the booking page before enrolling.

Will I receive a nationally recognised certificate?

Yes, when you successfully complete the required training and assessment. APTS states that nationally recognised certificates and qualifications are available through its group booking training. For HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, APTS states that the course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909, and the certificate is issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.

What does HLTAID011 Provide First Aid include?

APTS describes HLTAID011 Provide First Aid as practical training in line with workplace, legal and community considerations, Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and national peak clinical bodies. The course includes CPR, AED use, asthma, anaphylaxis, choking, bleeding, shock, fractures, sprains, strains, envenomation and other first aid situations. These skills are useful across Greater Melbourne workplaces, from office towers and shopping centres to schools, warehouses, sports clubs, hospitality venues and community facilities.

How long is a first aid certificate valid for?

Many workplaces refresh HLTAID011 Provide First Aid every 3 years and HLTAID009 CPR every 12 months. Your employer, industry, licence, placement provider or volunteer organisation may have its own rules, so check what applies before booking.

Do Greater Melbourne workplaces need first aid training?

Many workplaces need trained first aiders as part of a safe workplace plan. The right training level can depend on the type of work, number of workers, site layout, known hazards, work hours and access to emergency services. For example, a warehouse in Dandenong, a childcare centre in Caroline Springs, an office in the CBD, a hospitality venue in Ringwood or a community group in Mornington may all have different first aid needs.

Is first aid training useful for Melbourne CBD teams too?

Yes. While this FAQ is for Greater Melbourne, CBD teams still have strong first aid needs because the area includes offices, hospitality venues, retail floors, transport hubs, student accommodation, high-rise buildings and heavy foot traffic. The local brief notes the CBD’s mix of office workers, students, visitors, hospitality staff, apartment residents and major public spaces. Group workplace training may be a better fit for CBD teams that do not want staff travelling to another suburb.

What first aid course do childcare workers need?

Childcare and education care workers often need HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting. APTS lists this course as practical training for workers in education and care settings to respond to first aid emergencies in line with legal and workplace requirements. This may suit early learning centres, childcare services, kindergarten teams, OSHC workers and education support staff across Greater Melbourne.

Do hospitality and retail teams need first aid training?

Yes. Hospitality and retail teams may deal with cuts, burns, slips, fainting, allergic reactions, choking, asthma, intoxication-related incidents or sudden collapse. This can apply to cafés, restaurants, food courts, shopping centres, market stalls, bars, hotels and customer-facing venues across Greater Melbourne. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is a strong base course for many teams, while HLTAID009 CPR may suit staff who need CPR-only training or a refresher.

Are first aid courses hard?

Most students find first aid training manageable. You do not need a medical background. The training is practical and step by step, with time to practise key skills such as CPR, using an AED, helping an unconscious person and responding to common injuries or medical events.

Is a first aid course worth it?

Yes. First aid training is worth it because it helps you act in the first few minutes of an emergency. For workplaces, it can also support safer day-to-day operations, clearer emergency response and better staff confidence. Across Greater Melbourne, first aid skills are useful in workplaces, homes, schools, sports clubs, community groups, public venues and volunteer settings.

Are first aid courses tax deductible?

A first aid course may be tax deductible if it directly relates to your current employment, but this depends on your personal situation. Keep your receipt and check with a registered tax agent or the Australian Taxation Office before claiming.

Can I learn first aid for free?

Free first aid resources can help you learn basic safety tips, but they usually do not replace nationally recognised training. If you need a certificate for work, study, volunteering, childcare, education, security, fitness, construction or hospitality, choose a recognised course with assessment.

How do I book a first aid course with APTS?

You can choose a public course through APTS or request a workplace group booking. APTS lists course enrolment and group booking options on its course pages, and its group booking page includes a form for organisations that want training delivered for their team.