First Aid Courses Online

There are no formal prerequisites for the First Aid Course.

However, students enrolling in this course must meet the following criteria:

• Provide a valid photo ID upon enrolment (Driver's License, Photo Card, or Passport)
• Provide a valid USI Number
• Have basic computer skills; and
• Have access to the resources required (see list below).

Resources Required:

Students enrolling in this course must have access to the following resources:

• Laptop/Computer
• Internet
• Acrobat Reader or similar program

If you do not have access to the resources mentioned above, call our Student Support Team on 1800 97 97 66 before enrolling. 

This course consists of both e-learning and in-class training. Students are required to complete e-learning prior to attending in-class practical training.

E-Learning

The e-learning components requires 5 – 10 hours of online learning and online assessments, that you must complete prior to attending classroom-based training. Upon completion of enrolment, you will receive logins to your “Student Portal”, where you can complete your learning & assessments.

The completion of your online learning and assessments is compulsory. If you do not complete this prior to attending classroom training, you will not be allowed to attend, and refunds may not be granted.

Classroom-based Study

The duration of the classroom-based training is four (4) hours. The classroom-based training will provide you with practical training and you will also be assessed during these sessions through your practical performance.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) certificate for the following nationally recognised units of competency

1. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
2. HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HLTAID011 supersedes HLTAID003 and HLTAID009 supersedes HLTAID001 – Read more on Training Gov here.

Receiving your Certificate

You will generally receive the Statement of Attainment (SOA) the same working day from the date of completion via email. If the class was held on the weekend, the certificate would be received the following business day.

Students can access the Student Handbook, Course Flyer and Fee Refund policy through our website prior to enrolment.

Students can then enrol into the course via our website. Once you have successfully enrolled, the process will be as follows:

1. Students will receive a booking confirmation via email and logins to their “Student Portal”.
2. Students will be required to login to their Student Portal and complete their e-learning and online assessments. Students will be required to complete the e-learning and online assessments, prior to attending the in-class training. The completion of this is mandatory and if students fail to complete this, they will not be allowed to attend in-class training (refunds are not granted). If students require assistance in accessing their account or have any questions about the learning material and assessments, they can call or email our friendly staff.
3. Students will then attend in-class practical training, for 4 hours. We will then assess students for CPR skills and First Aid Procedures skills, through demonstration and questioning to confirm essential knowledge. For assessment purposes, demonstration of skills in CPR procedures requires using a model of the human body (resuscitation manikin), in line with ARC Guidelines.

Once students have successfully completed their in-class training, they will be issued with an SOA, the next business day from the course completion date.

How long is the First Aid Certificate valid?

The First Aid Certificate is valid for 3 years and the CPR Certificate is valid for 1 year. Read more about the expiry dates here.

What does a first aid training course offer?

Upon completing this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for the following units:

1. HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
2. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

You will learn the following during your course:

1. Respond to an emergency
2. Apply appropriate first aid procedures
3. Communicate details of the incident
4. Review the incident

What resources will be provided for this course?

Vigil Training College will provide all learning and assessment materials for the theory via the online learning portal. All required practical-related resources will be provided, including a CPR Mannequin, First Aid Kits, EpiPens, etc.

Why study First Aid?

Studying first aid helps you to act as a dynamic individual during emergencies. You will have the skills and knowledge to act promptly during emergency and perform lifesaving procedure until the paramedics arrive.

What will I learn in a first aid training course?

You will be an active member of the first aid community. You will learn to deal with emergencies. You will provide first aid facilities in different workplaces. You will also learn to perform CRP correctly and report risks and incidents effectively.

What are the job prospects after first aid qualification?

You are needed in every institution wherever there is an emergency. No matter if it is a hospital, school, house, or a restaurant. Individuals in crises need a qualified first aider like you to survive!

What is my future as a first aider?

Almost, a million Australians are admitted to hospitals every year. The need for first aiders is increasing day by day. Enrol now and be a reason for someone’s survival.