A first aid course, often called first aid training, teaches basic life support and emergency response skills, including CPR. It is required for many workplaces, childcare and sport coaching roles, and is a common prerequisite for other tickets such as working at heights.

In Wollongong, 5 providers offer first aid courses with prices ranging from $125 to $305. Typical course length is either a full day or a half-day session of around 3.5 hours, depending on the provider and course content.

The standard first aid certificate (HLTAID011) is valid for 3 years before renewal is required, while CPR components may need updating annually depending on workplace requirements. Providers include options based in Unanderra, Dapto, Keiraville, Wollongong and Warrawong, covering most areas of the Illawarra region.

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First aid or CPR: which certificate do you need?

HLTAID009 vs HLTAID011, what each covers, how often each is refreshed, and why CPR is yearly but first aid is every three years.

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