First Aid Courses in Cairns
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HLTAID011
Duration
Half day - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
A Provide First Aid course can give you the skills and knowledge to assist a casualty in an emergency situation. Whether this training is required as part of your job role or you just want to be more prepared to help in an emergency, this course will prepare you for a range of incidents and situations. It is also the required training for designated first aiders in a workplace. This course includes the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit.
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Duration
Half day - 3 years
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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52895WA
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
If you want to study nursing at university or TAFE but lack confidence in your academic abilities, try the 52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies. This nationally recognised certificate is a direct pathway to higher education nursing qualifications and will develop your academic writing and study skills. You will also gain a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, plus applied maths and chemistry. Enquire now for the full list of entry requi...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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HLTAID009 & HLTAID010 & HLTAID011
First Aid (Including CPR) is a 3-unit course for individuals seeking to gain essential skills and knowledge to provide life-saving first aid. Suitable for the workplace, home, or community settings, this course covers practical techniques to respond to emergencies and support others in critical situations. Learning first aid is a valuable skill that can help protect lives and ensure a safer environment for all.
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HLT31220
Duration
6 months - 7 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
Get the skills you need to become a medical first responder with the HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care. This nationally recognised qualification is suited to first aiders, remote workers, and ADF personnel. The course covers: recognising healthy body systems, advanced first aid and CPR, managing a scene, confirming physical health status, first aid in remote areas, communicating during stressful and complex situations. You’ll also gain the support skills you need to manage stressors in your wo...
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Duration
6 months - 7 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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