Would you prefer another study location? Click here
Study Mode
On Campus, Online, Short Course
Length
Option 1: three-and-a-half hours face-to-face. Option 2: approximately one hour online prior learning, plus two hours face-to-face.
Commencement
Follow the book now button for upcoming dates
Timetable
Option 1: three-and-a-half hours face-to-face including theory presentation, knowledge question assessment and CPR practical assessment.Option 2: approximately one hour of online pre-reading and knowledge questions to be completed prior to attending a two-hour face-to-face practical session.
How to book
To book an option 1 course, see course dates. To book an option 2 course go to next steps to register your interest.
Learn essential CPR, an important life skill to have.
The skills you will gain in this course are important for you if you may be required to provide CPR in workplace settings, but they are also incredibly useful in the community.
You will learn how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines.
Course Outcomes and Career Opportunities
On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for this course.
Entrance requirements & pre-requisites
You must be able to demonstrate the physical capabilities required to follow the DRSABCD (danger, response, send for help, airway, breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation) principles, in line with ARC guidelines including:
performing at least two minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (five cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor
performing at least two minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (five cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin.
Option Two courses: Prior to attending the practical session, you must complete the required online pre-reading and knowledge questions. You have two attempts to achieve a result of satisfactory.
For this course, you will need to:
provide photo ID to the trainer on the day of the course
bring a pen and paper
wear casual clothing.
Units offered
Core Units
Swipe for full table
Unit Code
Unit Name
HLTAID009
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Assessment
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course (including resource and/or materials costs associated with your course).
Swipe for full table
Course Fees
$85.00
No concession or government funding applies
Resource and/or materials costs
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
Swipe for full table
Additional course fees
Indicative Course Fee
Course consumable/materials (approximate)
$0.00
How do I pay for the short course?
Booking your short course is easy and starts online. Once you've completed your online booking, you can choose from the following convenient payment options:
Online: pay securely via our online payment portal.
Over the phone: we will call you to take EFTPOS payment over the phone using your credit or debit card.
In person: visit your nearest campus to pay by card.
Authority to Invoice: if you nominate a third party (such as your employer) to cover your course cost, we will email you an Authority to Invoice form.
How to book for a short course
Option 1 courses
Book – Book online and complete our enrolment details at swtafe.edu.au
Verify – You will be asked to verify your identity online as part of the booking process.
Pay – Pay online, in person, over the phone, or request an invoice for third-party payment.
Assessment – Some courses require a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. We’ll let you know if it’s needed.
Attend – Once confirmed, we’ll email all the course details and any pre-reading required.
If need any assistance with completing your booking, contact our team via the live chat below, call 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.
Option 2 courses
Register your interest - You will be emailed enrolment information.
Verify – You will be asked to verify your identity online as part our enrolment process.
Pay – Pay online, in person, over the phone, or request an invoice for third-party payment.
Assessment - Some courses require a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. We'll let you know if it's needed. Once confirmed, you will be given access to our learning platform for you to complete the pre-reading and knowledge questions prior to attending the practical session.
Attend - Once your knowledge questions have been deemed satisfactory, we'll confirm a date of your practical course details.
Not sure which course is right for you? South West TAFE will help you find your way.
Our Careers Coaches at the Skills and Jobs Centre is here to support you. Whether you’re exploring career options, transitioning from school to the workforce or looking to study after school we’re here to help you.
Student Support
As a SWTAFE student, you can access a variety of support services that will enhance your study experience and help you complete your studies successfully. For more information about any of these services, visit our student page.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
