Advanced First Aid: The Essentials
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Code | HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid |
| Duration | Online with face-to-face assessment: minimum 6 hours face-to-face contact Face-to-face: minimum 16 hours (2 days) |
| Validity | HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid — 36 Months HLTAID011 Provide First Aid — 36 Months HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support — 36 Months HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation — 12 Months |
| Entry Requirements |
Physical Demands: Participants must have the physical capacity to perform all practical demonstrations, including 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and rescue breathing techniques on manikins. Online Study (If Applicable): Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device with internet access to complete online pre-course studies. |
| Your Responsibilities | Include: Bring a mobile phone/laptop/tablet Complete enrolment (including your USI) Arrive at least 10 minutes before the course |
| On Behalf of | Nationally Recognised Training (RTO Partner: Allens Training Pty Ltd 90909) |
Challenging situations, such as multiple casualty incidents, having to move or extricate casualties, or treating potentially fatal illnesses and injuries are high risk. It is imperative that training occurs to be able to know what to do when confronted with a real-life incident.
This course provides practical simulated real-life situations to learn and gain the confidence to coordinate and manage a response and provide advanced first aid in line with legal, community and workplace considerations, Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and other Australian national peak clinical bodies until emergency services arrive.
Instruction on basic first aid and CPR will be provided, as well as treatments specific to advanced conditions, such as hypothermia or hyperthermia, head, neck and spinal injuries, using tourniquets and haemostatic dressings for life-threatening bleeding, and managing a casualty in shock.
The course covers recording casualty condition, completing workplace incident documentation and debriefing for recognising areas for improvement, psychological impacts, and seeking help as required.
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
HLTAID014
Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID009
HLTAID010
Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011
Advanced First Aid Course Delivery
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
Information about the Delivery Options is summarised in the Course Duration below.
Redpath Education helps you master HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid. This course builds on your basic skills to handle complex emergencies. We make it easy for you to gain these expert skills in a supportive setting.
We offer flexible training in:
Alice Springs and the Barkly Region
Central Desert and MacDonnell Regions
NPY Lands and Ngaanyatjarra
Our team travels to your site to meet your needs. We ensure you feel confident and ready to lead in any first aid situation.
+ Course Durations
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Online with face-to-face assessment (with pre-course online study + in-class electronic assessment) face to face contact time of at least 6 Hours
If you are familiar with using computers and online training and assessment. Select this “Online with face to face assessment” course
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 16 Hours (2 days)
If you are unfamiliar with using computers and online training and assessment. Select this “face to face” course.
The theory + First Aid Incident Report is delivered face to face (multiple choice delivered verbally, with the learner marking answer in writing), during the course. Hence if learners would have difficulty completing a pre-course on-line assessment, or who’s learning style is more kinaesthetic or practical focused, this modality better suits these learners, and is the preferred modality when we deliver training on community.
More information can be found here.
+ Advanced First Aid Course Requirements
Participants must have the physical capacity to perform all practical demonstrations including 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and performing rescue breathing techniques on manikins.
Online study options: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online/ pre-course studies.
+ Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
+ Certificate Renewal Requirements
This certificate has industry recommended renewal periods
HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid - 36 Months
HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - 12 Months
HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support - 36 Months
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid - 36 Months
+ Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
+ Assessment Activities
Performance tasks and practical scenarios:
Perform CPR on an adult (incl. the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position)
Complete a first aid incident report form based on the adult CPR simulated first aid scenario
Perform CPR on an infant
Manage a casualty with anaphylaxis
Manage a casualty with asthma
Manage a choking casualty
Manage a casualty with non-life-threatening bleeding and shock, requiring minor wound cleaning
Manage a casualty with a nosebleed
Manage a casualty with a fracture and dislocation
Manage a casualty with a sprain and strain
Manage a casualty with envenomation (snake/ funnel-web spider bite)
Simulated First Aid Scenario - Manage a casualty with a life-threatening bleed
Complete a first aid incident report form based on the life-threatening bleed first aid scenario
Coordinate a multiple casualty incident
Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is advanced first aid?
Advanced first aid is a higher level of first aid training that goes beyond standard first aid skills. It equips participants to manage complex and potentially life-threatening emergencies, including multiple casualty incidents, life-threatening bleeding, head and spinal injuries, hypothermia, hyperthermia, and casualty extrication — all while coordinating a response until emergency services arrive.
Who is the advanced first aid course suitable for?
The advanced first aid course is suited to workplace first aid officers, team leaders, safety personnel, and anyone who may need to lead a first aid response in a high-risk environment. It is particularly relevant for those working in remote, industrial, or community settings across Central Australia, the NT, SA, and WA.
What units are included in the advanced first aid course?
The advanced first aid course includes four nationally recognised units: HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid, HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, and HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
How long does the advanced first aid course take?
The advanced first aid course is available in two delivery formats. The online with face-to-face assessment option requires a minimum of 6 hours of face-to-face contact. The fully face-to-face option runs for a minimum of 16 hours across 2 days.
Which delivery option is right for me?
If you are comfortable with computers and online learning, the online with face-to-face assessment option is a convenient choice for the advanced first aid course. If you prefer hands-on, practical learning or are not confident with technology, the fully face-to-face option is recommended and is the preferred delivery method when training is conducted on community.
How long is an advanced first aid certificate valid for?
Your advanced first aid certificate (HLTAID014, HLTAID011, and HLTAID010) is valid for 36 months. The CPR component (HLTAID009) must be renewed annually every 12 months, in line with industry recommendations.
What are the physical requirements for the advanced first aid course?
Participants in the advanced first aid course must be able to perform all practical demonstrations, including 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor and rescue breathing techniques on manikins. The course also includes simulated scenarios such as managing a life-threatening bleed and coordinating a multiple casualty incident.
What is the difference between first aid and advanced first aid?
Standard first aid (HLTAID011) covers the essential skills needed to respond to common emergencies. Advanced first aid (HLTAID014) builds on this foundation and adds the knowledge and skills to manage more complex situations, including life-threatening bleeding with tourniquets and haemostatic dressings, multiple casualty coordination, and advanced casualty assessment and documentation.
Where can I do an advanced first aid course near me?
Redpath Education delivers advanced first aid training in Alice Springs and across the Barkly, Central Desert, and MacDonnell Regions, as well as on the NPY Lands and Ngaanyatjarra. On-site and workplace delivery can be arranged for organisations and groups throughout the region.
Who issues the advanced first aid certificate?
The advanced first aid certificate is issued through Allens Training Pty Ltd (RTO 90909), a nationally recognised training organisation. Redpath Education delivers this training on their behalf as part of Australia's nationally recognised training framework.
How do I enrol in the advanced first aid course?
Click the Book Now button at the top of this page to enrol in the advanced first aid course. You will need to complete your enrolment details including your USI (Unique Student Identifier) prior to attending.