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First Aid and CPR Courses
For both those in workplaces and members of the public who would like a comprehensive first aid course.
Duration: 1 day
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 220.00
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Provide First Aid
Full day no pre-learning
Provide First Aid
Full day no pre-learning
About this course
Course Outline
- Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
- The DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
- Diabetes and seizures
- Asthma
- Allergic reactions and Anaphylaxis
- Wound and bleeding management
- Burns
- Fractures and dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Hypothermia and hyperthermia
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Medical emergencies
- Choking
- Abdominal and chest injuries
- Poisoning management
- Bites and stings
- Stroke
- Safety and risk management
Prerequisites
This course does not require any other certification or training to have been completed previously and is suitable for new students.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
The Safework Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
This is an Assessment Only course. It is for those who are confident in their skills and only want to complete the assessment.
Duration: 5 hours
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 195.00
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Provide First Aid
5 hours with pre-learning
Provide First Aid
5 hours with pre-learning
About this course
Course Outline
- Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
- The DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
- Diabetes and seizures
- Asthma
- Allergic reactions and Anaphylaxis
- Wound and bleeding management
- Burns
- Fractures and dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Hypothermia and hyperthermia
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Medical emergencies
- Choking
- Abdominal and chest injuries
- Poisoning management
- Bites and stings
- Stroke
- Safety and risk management
Prerequisites
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
This course is conducted in a live online classroom. It is designed for anyone wanting to learn how to provide first aid until emergency help arrives.
Duration: 4 hours 45 minutes
Delivery method: 100% Online
Price: $ 325.00
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Provide First Aid
100% Online
Provide First Aid
100% Online
About this course
Course Outline
- Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
- The DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
- Diabetes
- Heart attack
- Asthma
- Anaphylaxis
- Wound and bleeding management
- Burns
- Fractures and dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Head and facial injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Medical emergencies
- Choking
- Abdominal and chest injuries
- Heat and cold induced conditions
- Poisoning management
- Bites and stings
- Stroke
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-assessment is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
In addition to the training kit you will receive in the post, all students will need to have a personal computer or tablet, reliable internet connection and secondary device to participate in this online course.
Please refer to the FAQs below to find out more.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
For those wanting to learn CPR, maintain their competence, or refresh their existing skills.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 85.00
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
CPR
CPR
About this course
Course Outline
- DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious breathing casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
Prerequisites
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
This course is conducted in a live online classroom. It is designed for those wanting to learn CPR, maintain their competence, or refresh their existing skills.
Duration: 2 hours
Delivery method: 100% Online
Price: $ 145.00
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
CPR
100% Online
CPR
100% Online
About this course
Course Outline
- DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious breathing casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
In addition to the training kit you will receive in the post, all students will need to have a personal computer or tablet, reliable internet connection and secondary device to participate in this online course.
Please refer to the FAQs below to find out more.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Mental Health Courses
Gain the skills and knowledge required to recognise situations where people may be in imminent crisis.
Duration: 1 day
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 245.00
Mental Health and Crisis Support
Mental Health and Crisis Support
About this course
Course Outline
- What is mental health?
- What is a mental health crisis?
- Duty of care
- Principles of crisis intervention
- Recognizing and responding to signs of a person who might be at risk
- Providing support to people at risk
- Where to go for assistance?
- Principles of self-care
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
This course does not require any other certification or training to have been completed previously and is suitable for new students.
Certification
- CHCCCS019 Recognize and respond to crisis situations
For managers to develop the skills and knowledge to assist employees with a mental illness or those returning to work after a crisis.
Duration: 1 day
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 195.00
Workplace Mental Health for Managers
Workplace Mental Health for Managers
About this course
Course Outline
- Introduction to mental illness & legal considerations
- Identifying mental health illnesses
- Helping employees with mental illness
- Strategies for good mental health
Prerequisites
This course does not require any other certification or training to have been completed previously and is suitable for new students.
Certification
Learn how to recognise and apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of common mental health problems and crisis situations.
Duration: 2 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 375.00
Mental Health First Aid Standard
Mental Health First Aid Standard
About this course
Course Outline
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults
- Use an evidence-based action plan to initiate a mental health first aid conversation
- Know the barriers to help-seeking and how to overcome these
- Assess for a range of crisis situations and provide initial support
- Understand the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, risk factors and treatments and supports available
- Apply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider
You will learn how to apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of common mental health problems and crisis situations, including:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Psychosis
- Substance use problems
- Suicidal thoughts and behaviors
- Panic attacks
- Non suicidal self-injury
- Traumatic events
Prerequisites
Upon completion of the 2 days face-to-face training, students will complete a short online assessment in order to be issued with a certificate.
Certification
Accreditations are valid for 3 years.
Occupational First Aid Courses
For those in high-risk work environments, high-risk remote locations, or undertaking high-risk work activities such as operating heavy machinery.
Duration: 3.5 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 550.00
Occupational First Aid
Occupational First Aid
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Resuscitation including using a soft bag resuscitator
- Oxygen therapy and application of an AED, including equipment maintenance
- Clinical assessment in detail
- Basic anatomy of all body systems
- Triage
- Risk assessment
- Managing all aspects of a first aid room
- Documentation
- Management of: eye injuries, lifting and moving of a casualty, head, neck and spinal injuries including collars and spine board
- Casualties who are emotionally disturbed and under the influence of drugs and alcohol
- Post incident management
- First aid in the context of the workplace
- Relevant first aid legislation
- Planning a response to a major incident
- Evaluating provision of first aid
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
Participants are required to undertake or present evidence for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid prior to commencing HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
- HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
This course is conducted over a longer period, to allow for more time to learn the skills taught. It is ideal for first time students, or those refreshing their skills who would like more time to practice.
Duration: 4.5 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 675.00
Occupational First Aid
Extended Delivery
Occupational First Aid
Extended Delivery
About this course
Course Outline
- Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
- The DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control
- Diabetes and seizures
- Asthma
- Allergic reactions and Anaphylaxis
- Wound and bleeding management
- Burns
- Fractures and dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Hypothermia and hyperthermia
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Medical emergencies
- Choking
- Abdominal and chest injuries
- Poisoning management
- Bites and stings
- Stroke
- Safety and risk management
Prerequisites
Certification
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources
This is an Assessment Only course. This course is suitable for those in a high-risk work environment, students who regularly renew their skills.
Duration: 2.5 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 470.00
Occupational First Aid
Assessment Only
Occupational First Aid
Assessment Only
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Resuscitation including using a soft bag resuscitator
- Oxygen therapy and application of an AED, including equipment maintenance
- Clinical assessment in detail
- Basic anatomy of all body systems
- Triage
- Risk assessment
- Managing all aspects of a first aid room
- Documentation
- Management of: eye injuries, lifting and moving of a casualty, head, neck and spinal injuries including collars and spine board
- Casualties who are emotionally disturbed and under the influence of drugs and alcohol
- Post incident management
- First aid in the context of the workplace
- Relevant first aid legislation
- Planning a response to a major incident
- Evaluating provision of first aid
Prerequisites
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
- HLTAID016 Manage first aid services and resources
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
Education and Childcare Courses
This course is designed to equip parents and grandparents with the knowledge to manage basic, everyday first aid situations specific to children.
Duration: 4 hours
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 120.00
Caring for Children
Caring for Children
About this course
Course Outline
Resuscitation of an infant or child
Choking
Control of bleeding
Poisoning and acute illness
Management of shock
Wounds
Burns
Bites and stings
Prerequisites
Certification
This course is specifically designed to meet the needs of people working in the childcare and early childhood learning industry.
Duration: 1 day
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 245.00
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
Education and Care
plus Provide First Aid
Education and Care
plus Provide First Aid
About this course
Course Outline
- CPR techniques on infants, children, and adults
- DRSABCD action plan
- Managing the unconscious breathing casualty
- Incident reporting in a childcare setting
- Using AED’s on adults and children
- Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
- Asthma and breathing difficulties
- Managing medical conditions such as epilepsy
- Managing shock, seizures, bites, stings
- Head, neck and spinal injuries
- Chest and abdominal injures
- Facial and eye injuries
- First aid procedures for bleeding, burns and fractures
- Infection control procedures
- Legal responsibilities of a first aider
- Safety and risk management
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Asthma and Anaphylaxis Courses
Learn to recognise and respond to an asthmatic or anaphylactic emergency including the use of inhalers and adrenaline auto-injectors.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 175.00
22578VIC First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
Asthma and Anaphylaxis
Asthma and Anaphylaxis
About this course
Course Outline
- Asthma, anaphylaxis and allergies overview
- Asthma and Anaphylaxis signs, symptoms and triggers
- Asthma and Anaphylaxis medication and devices
- Asthma and Anaphylaxis action plans
- Asthma and Anaphylaxis risk management planning
- Hands-on practice in using Asthma inhalers
- Hands-on practice adrenaline auto-injector administration
- Asthma and Anaphylaxis first aid management
Prerequisites
This course does not require any other certification or training to have been completed previously and is suitable for new students.
Certification
- 22578VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
- 22556VIC Course in the Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
Specialised Workplace Courses
Learn essential safety measures and how to rescue, revive and provide further care to a casualty following an electrical accident.
Duration: 5 hours
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 245.00
Low Voltage Rescue
Including CPR
Low Voltage Rescue
Including CPR
About this course
Course Outline
- Legal issues
- Infection Control
- DRSABCD action plan
- Manage the unconscious breathing casualty
- CPR
- Defib
- Low Voltage Rescue
- Safe performance of live electrical work
- Obligations of the Employer and Employee
- Risks & Hazards
- Electrical Isolation
- Rescue Kit
- Gases
- Burns
Prerequisites
Participants enrolled in this course must visit cpr.stjohn.org.au to access the online program, which is to be completed prior to the scheduled face-to-face workshop.
Certification
- UETDRRF004 Perform rescue from a live LV panel
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Learn the first aid knowledge and skills needed to provide care over a prolonged period of time to an ill or injured casualty.
Duration: 3 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 357.00
Provide Remote First Aid
Provide Remote First Aid
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Infection control
- DRSABCD action plan
- Managing the unconscious breathing casualty
- Resuscitation and Defibrillation
- Choking, chest pain, stroke, shock
- Asthma, allergic reactions and Anaphylaxis
- Burns, wounds and bleeding
- Fractures & dislocations / sprains & strains
- Head, neck & spinal injuries
- Facial and eye injuries
- Hyperthermia and hypothermia
- Rescue preparation and evacuation
- Poisons, bites, and stings
- Diabetes and seizures
- Remote area first aid
- Two-rescuer resuscitation
- Planning, preparation, and communication
- Triage, advanced bleeding
- Managing environment-induced illness'
- Lifting and moving casualty
Prerequisites
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in remote or isolated sites
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
Learn to safely administer pain medication in the event of an accident.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 120.00
Provide Pain Management
Provide Pain Management
About this course
Course Outline
- Revision of provide first aid
- Storage and documentation
- Pain management
- Analgesia
Prerequisites
You must hold a current statement of attainment in HLTAID011 Provide First Aid to participate in this course.
Certification
- PUAEME008 Provide pain management
This certificate is valid for 12 months.
Learn advanced techniques to maintain life using specialised resuscitation equipment. Suitable for first time students or students refreshing their skills.
Duration: 1 day
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 250.00
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
Provide Advanced Resuscitation
Provide Advanced Resuscitation
About this course
Course Outline
- DRSABCD action plan
- Infection control
- Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
- Soft bag resuscitation
- Administration of oxygen
- Oxygen delivery systems
- Oxygen therapy and resuscitation
- Oropharyngeal airway
- Bag valve mask (BVM)
- Legal and other requirements
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Anatomy and physiology
- Assessment of vital signs
- Levels of consciousness
- Suction equipment
- Maintenance of resuscitation equipment
- Advanced bleeding
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
You must hold a current statement of attainment in HLTAID011 Provide First Aid to participate in this course.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.
This is an Assessment Only course. It allows experienced first aid providers to gain accreditation through competent demonstration of essential first aid techniques.
Duration: 5 hours
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 225.00
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
Provide Advanced Resuscitation
(Assessment Only)
Provide Advanced Resuscitation
(Assessment Only)
About this course
Course Outline
- DRSABCD action plan
- Infection control
- Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
- Soft bag resuscitation
- Administration of oxygen
- Oxygen delivery systems
- Oxygen therapy and resuscitation
- Oropharyngeal airway
- Bag valve mask (BVM)
- Legal and other requirements
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Anatomy and physiology
- Assessment of vital signs
- Levels of consciousness
- Suction equipment
- Maintenance of resuscitation equipment
- Advanced bleeding
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
You must hold a current statement of attainment in HLTAID011 Provide First Aid to participate in this course.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
Gain advanced knowledge and skills to respond to a range of first aid situations. Suitable for first time students or students refreshing their skills.
Duration: 2 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 375.00
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
Provide Advanced First Aid
Provide Advanced First Aid
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Major trauma management
- Triage
- Use of spine boards and stretchers
- Managing emotionally disturbed casualties
- Pulse, blood pressure and pupil reactions
- Medications
- Clinical assessments
- Pain management
- Body systems drug and alcohol affected casualties
- DRSABCD action plan
- Infection control
- Automated external defibrillation (AED)
- Soft bag resuscitation
- Post incident stress management
Prerequisites
If online mandatory pre-work is not completed prior to the course date, students will not be permitted to enter the class and will not receive certification.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
Learn advanced first aid skills and resuscitation techniques so you can manage a wide range of first aid situations and scenarios. Suitable for first time students or students refreshing their skills.
Duration: 3 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 500.00
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
Provide Advanced First Aid
with Advanced Resuscitation
Provide Advanced First Aid
with Advanced Resuscitation
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Major trauma management
- Triage
- Use of spine boards and stretchers
- Managing emotionally disturbed casualties
- Pulse, blood pressure and pupil reactions
- Medications
- Clinical assessments
- Pain management
- Body systems
- Drug and alcohol affected casualties
- DRSABCD action plan
- Infection control
- Automated external defibrillation (AED)
- Soft bag resuscitation
- Administration of oxygen
- Oxygen delivery systems
- Oxygen powered resuscitation
- Oropharyngeal airways
- Suction equipment
- Post incident stress management
Prerequisites
Participants are required to undertake or present evidence for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid prior to commencing HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy.
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines
This course for those who are confident in their skills and only want to complete the assessment. Suitable for students who regularly renew their Advance First aid and resuscitation skills.
Duration: 2 days
Delivery method: Face-to-face
Price: $ 470.00
HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy
Provide Advanced First Aid
with Advanced Resuscitation (Assessment Only)
Provide Advanced First Aid
with Advanced Resuscitation (Assessment Only)
About this course
Course Outline
- Provide first aid content
- Major trauma management
- Triage
- Use of spine boards and stretchers
- Managing emotionally disturbed casualties
- Pulse, blood pressure and pupil reactions
- Medications
- Clinical assessments
- Pain management
- Body systems
- Drug and alcohol affected casualties
- DRSABCD action plan
- Infection control
- Automated external defibrillation (AED)
- Soft bag resuscitation
- Administration of oxygen
- Oxygen delivery systems
- Oxygen powered resuscitation
- Oropharyngeal airways
- Suction equipment
- Post incident stress management
Prerequisites
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
The SafeWork Australia model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and the Australian Resuscitation Council recommend that first aid skills are renewed every three years, and resuscitation skills (HLTAID009/HLTAID0015) are renewed every 12 months. Please also refer to specific industry standards and guidelines.