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HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationCPR

Prove Your CPR Skills with Confidence

Duration
1 Day
Cost
$70
Location
Notting Hill VIC
Delivery Mode
Accredited

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Course Overview

Course Overview

HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is a short, practical course designed to give learners the essential skills and confidence to respond safely and effectively in a CPR emergency. This course builds a strong foundation in recognising and managing cardiac arrest situations, ensuring participants can take immediate lifesaving action when it matters most.

Throughout the program, learners develop key CPR skills, including assessing an emergency scene, delivering safe and effective chest compressions and rescue breaths, using an automated external defibrillator (AED), and following established first aid and safety procedures.

This course is ideal for general members of the public, parents and carers, teachers, and individuals who need to renew their CPR certification. Training is delivered in person, offering a practical, hands-on experience that suits both new learners and those updating their skills.

The qualification can be completed in 1 day, providing a flexible option for learners balancing work, family, or other commitments. As a competency-based program, learners may complete sooner depending on their motivation and successful completion of assessment requirements.

The Programmed Advantage

Programmed’s training is built on decades of experience across a wide range of industries, giving our learners a clear understanding of what employers expect in real emergency situations. Our trainers bring practical, real-world insight to every session, helping participants build not only their technical CPR skills, but also the confidence, calm mindset, and readiness to act when an emergency arises.

Entry Requirements

The HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course is open to anyone aged 16 years or older. No formal qualifications are required, but participants should have basic English skills to follow instructions and complete assessments. Learners must be able to participate in practical, hands-on activities, and in-person attendance is required for all components of the course.

Is this course for me?

  • General members of the public
  • Parents and carers
  • Teachers and school staff
  • People renewing their CPR certificate
  • Childcare and early-learning workers
  • Workplace first aid officers or designated responders
  • Volunteers in community rescue or event support roles

Career Opportunities

Completing HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation can open practical opportunities and boost confidence in everyday and workplace settings:

  • Volunteer first responder — join local volunteer ambulance, surf lifesaving or community rescue groups
  • Childcare and early learning assistant — meet employer and regulatory expectations for safe care.
  • School and sports support roles — provide immediate care at schools, sporting events and after-school programs
  • Community and aged-care volunteer — support vulnerable people in community centres or residential settings.
  • Workplace first aid officer — strengthen your value to employers across construction, retail, hospitality and more.
  • Parent or carer preparedness — feel confident to act quickly and safely in emergencies at home.
  • Event support crew — assist at public events, festivals and local gatherings where basic lifesaving skills are essential
  • Pathway to further health training — use CPR as a steppingstone toward higher-level first aid, community care or clinical courses.

What will I learn?

Learning Outcomes

Unlock your ability to respond confidently and effectively in an emergency with the HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course. Learners build practical skills, calm decision-making, and real-world knowledge to take action when someone needs immediate lifesaving support.

Upon completion, you will be able to:

  • Assess an emergency situation – quickly check for dangers, responsiveness, and breathing to determine the right action to take.
  • Deliver effective CPR – perform chest compressions and rescue breaths using correct timing, depth, and technique.
  • Use an AED safely – operate an automated external defibrillator with confidence by following prompts and safety steps.
  • Provide immediate first response – support a person in cardiac arrest until professional medical help arrives.
  • Communicate clearly under pressure – work calmly with bystanders, emergency services, and others to ensure a safe and coordinated response

Entry Requirements

The HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course is open to anyone aged 16 years or older. No formal qualifications are required, but participants should have basic English skills to follow instructions and complete assessments. Learners must be able to participate in practical, hands-on activities, and in-person attendance is required for all components of the course.

Assessment

The assessments in the HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course are designed to ensure you can confidently demonstrate both practical CPR skills and the underlying knowledge needed to respond in real-life emergencies. All assessments reflect realistic scenarios and workplace tasks, giving you hands-on experience and the confidence to act when it matters most.

Assessment Types:

  • Online Knowledge Quizzes – short, interactive quizzes that cover CPR theory, emergency response procedures, AED usage, and safety principles.
  • Practical Assessments / Role Plays – hands-on activities in a classroom or simulated environment where you practice CPR, rescue breaths, and AED operation, replicating real-world emergency situations.
  • All assessments are competency-based, focusing on demonstrating your skills and knowledge to the required standard. Trainers provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout, helping you build confidence and ensuring you are fully prepared to apply your CPR skills in a workplace or community setting.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll receive a nationally recognised HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation from Programmed Skilled Workforce (RTO 110043), equipping you with practical skills, confidence, and knowledge to respond effectively in a cardiac emergency and provide lifesaving support in the community or workplace.

Duration

The HLTAID009 — Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course is designed to be completed in 1 day, giving you the essential lifesaving skills in a single, practical session.

Because this is a competency-based course, motivated learners can complete all assessments and gain their statement of attainment within the day.

The full-day format provides flexibility for participants balancing work, family, or other commitments, allowing you to gain confidence and practical CPR skills quickly and efficiently

Delivery Locations

This course is available Face to Face

Notting Hill VIC

What's next?

Enrolling in our courses is now easier than ever, thanks to our online enrolment process. Simply click on the button below, and you’ll be taken to our online enrolment form, where you can provide all the necessary information and complete your enrolment in just a few easy steps. Our online enrolment process is convenient, secure, and available 24/7, ensuring that you can enrol at a time that suits you. Don’t let distance or time constraints hold you back from achieving your career goals. Enrol online today and take the next step in your professional journey.

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