Nationally Recognised First Aid & CPR Training in Truganina
Learn practical, life-saving first aid at SafeHands First Aid Academy, based at Truganina. Our courses are delivered by a Registered Nurse in small, supportive groups, so you finish your session knowing exactly what to do when an emergency happens at work, at home, or in your community.
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First Aid & CPR Courses Available in Truganina
SafeHands First Aid Academy runs the full range of nationally recognised first aid and CPR courses from its Truganina location. Whether you need a quick annual CPR refresher or full workplace first aid, there’s a course to match.
HLTAID009
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Best for Annual CPR refresher, workplace compliance, healthcare and aged care staff.
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Duration Online theory + approx. 45 minutes practical session
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Delivery Online theory + practical face-to-face assessment in Truganina
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Includes Hands-on CPR practice, trainer feedback, AED use, rescue breaths and recovery position training included.
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Small practical sessions Same-day certificate available after successful completion.
HLTAID010
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Best for Learners needing more than CPR, but not the full first aid course.
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Duration Online theory + approx. 90 minutes practical session
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Delivery Online theory + practical face-to-face assessment in Truganina
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Includes CPR, AED use, DRSABCD, choking response, basic wound care and emergency response practice.
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Small practical sessions Same-day certificate available after successful completion.
HLTAID011
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Best for Workplace compliance, students, parents, carers, support workers and anyone needing full first aid training.
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Duration Online theory + approx. 2 hour practical session
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Delivery Online theory + practical face-to-face assessment in Truganina
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Includes CPR, AED use, DRSABCD, bleeding control, burns, fractures, asthma, anaphylaxis and scenario-based first aid practice.
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Small practical sessions Same-day certificate available after successful completion.
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Best for Childcare workers, educators, early learning staff, OSHC staff, school support staff and anyone needing first aid for education and care settings.
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Duration Online theory + approx. 2 hour practical session
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Delivery Blended learning with practical face-to-face assessment in Truganina
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Includes CPR, AED use, asthma, anaphylaxis, choking, seizures, fever, infant and child emergency response, and scenario-based childcare first aid practice.
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Small practical sessions Same-day certificate available after successful completion.
HLTAID014
Aid
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Best for Workplace first aiders, team leaders, security staff, sports clubs, high-risk workplaces and learners responsible for advanced emergency response.
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Duration Online theory + approx. 6 hour practical session
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Delivery Online theory + practical face-to-face assessment in Truganina
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Includes CPR, AED use, advanced casualty management, severe bleeding, fractures, spinal injuries, medical emergencies and scenario-based practice.
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Small practical sessions Same-day certificate available after successful completion.
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Best for Workplace first aiders, health and community workers, sports clubs, security staff, pool/leisure staff, and learners interested in advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy skills
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Duration To be confirmed when course dates are released.
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Planned Delivery Online pre-learning + face-to-face practical assessment in Truganina.
Join the waitlist for the upcoming HLTAID015 course.
Be notified when course dates become available.
Why Do Truganina Locals Choose SafeHands First Aid Academy?
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Truganina locals choose SafeHands First Aid Academy because its first aid courses are nurse-led, hands-on, kept to small class sizes, and delivered locally in Truganina with a same-day certificate and clear, upfront pricing.
Nurse-Led Training
Every course is delivered by a Registered Nurse who brings real healthcare and emergency-response experience into the room — not just a script. You learn correct technique, and why each step matters.
Small, Supportive Classes
Sessions are deliberately kept small so you get time to practise, ask questions, and get feedback on your CPR and first aid technique before you're assessed.
Same-Day Certificate, Local Venue
Complete your theory online, attend a short practical in Truganina, and receive your nationally recognised Statement of Attainment the same day (after meeting all assessment requirements).
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Your First Aid Course in Truganina, Step by Step
The HLTAID011 first aid course in Truganina is delivered in a blended format — you complete the theory online first, then attend one short face-to-face practical session in Truganina, and receive your certificate the same day on successful completion.
Come to the Truganina Community Learning Centre for your hands-on practical — roughly 2 hours for HLTAID011. You’ll practise CPR, AED use, DRSABCD, the recovery position, bandaging and realistic first aid scenarios with your trainer.
Why Does First Aid Training Matter in Victoria?
First aid training matters because immediate bystander CPR and early defibrillation dramatically increase survival — in Victoria, 63% of cardiac arrest patients survived when first shocked by a publicly accessible AED, compared with just 7% when no bystander CPR or AED was used.
CHART (build as a simple 2-bar comparison):
- 63% — survived when first shocked by a public AED
- 7% — survived with no bystander CPR or AED
In 2024–25, Ambulance Victoria paramedics responded to 7,550 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, and Victoria’s internationally comparable witnessed survival rate (the Utstein measure) reached a nation-leading 44.4% — the second-highest in the world. The single biggest factor everyday people control is whether someone nearby can act in the first few minutes. That’s exactly what a first aid course teaches you to do.
Provide First Aid Course in Truganina
Complete your nationally recognised HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course with SafeHands First Aid Academy in Truganina. This is the standard workplace first aid course (sometimes called “Level 2” or “Senior First Aid”), suitable for first-timers and anyone renewing their certificate for work, study, placement or volunteering.
The course builds the skills and confidence to respond to a wide range of emergencies — an unconscious casualty, cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, burns, fractures, sprains, anaphylaxis, asthma, shock, seizures and choking. You’ll learn to assess a scene, follow the DRSABCD action plan, perform effective CPR using advanced manikins that show how compressions support blood flow from the heart to the brain, use an AED, and apply basic bandaging.
What’s included in your certificate
Your HLTAID011 certificate also covers HLTAID009 — Provide CPR and HLTAID010 — Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, so you walk away with three nationally recognised units. First aid certificates are commonly renewed every 3 years, and CPR every 12 months, depending on your workplace or industry requirements.
Which First Aid Course Is Right for You?
Choose HLTAID009 (CPR) for an annual CPR refresher, HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid) for full workplace first aid, and HLTAID012 (Childcare First Aid) if you work in childcare or education.
Course | Best for | Practical | Price | Certificate |
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HLTAID009 Provide CPR | Annual CPR refresher, compliance, healthcare & aged-care staff | ~45 min | $45 | Same-day Statement of Attainment |
HLTAID010 Basic Emergency Life Support | More than CPR, but not full first aid | ~90 min | $77 | Same-day Statement of Attainment |
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (incl. CPR) | Workplace, students, parents, carers, support workers | ~2 hrs | $79 | Same-day Statement of Attainment |
HLTAID012 First Aid in Education & Care | Childcare, early-learning, OSHC & school staff | ~2 hrs | $109 | Same-day Statement of Attainment |
HLTAID014 Advanced First Aid | Workplace first aiders, high-risk settings, sports clubs | ~6 hrs | $189 | Same-day Statement of Attainment |
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What Our Students Say
Hear how our training has helped students gain the skills and confidence to handle real-life emergencies.
Is There a Free First Aid Course in Truganina?
SafeHands First Aid Academy offers a free monthly community CPR awareness session for children aged 10–14 in Truganina. This is a free, age-appropriate awareness session — it is NOT a nationally recognised course, and no certificate or Statement of Attainment is issued.
The session introduces young learners to recognising an emergency, calling Triple Zero (000), why CPR matters, basic CPR awareness using training manikins, and staying calm and seeking adult help. Parent or guardian supervision may be required.
How Much Does a First Aid Course in Truganina Cost?
At SafeHands First Aid Academy, the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course in Truganina costs $79, which includes CPR (HLTAID009) and Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010) on the one certificate — with no hidden fees.
- HLTAID009 Provide CPR — $45
- HLTAID010 Basic Emergency Life Support — $77
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (incl. CPR) — $79
- HLTAID012 First Aid in Education & Care — $109
- HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid — $189
SafeHands keeps its pricing genuinely competitive — our $79 Provide First Aid course sits below the typical Melbourne market rate for the same nationally recognised units. We publish every price clearly so you can compare for yourself before you book.
First Aid Courses Near You — Truganina & Melbourne's West
SafeHands First Aid Academy delivers first aid and CPR training at the Truganina Community Learning Centre, 150 Sunset Views Boulevard, Truganina VIC 3029. The venue is easy to reach — close to Truganina Train Station, with free parking and nearby amenities.
We're conveniently located for learners across Tarneit, Werribee, Truganina, Hoppers Crossing, Wyndham Vale, Point Cook and Melbourne's western suburbs.
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First Aid Course Werribee
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First Aid Course Truganina
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First Aid Course Hoppers Crossing
Nurse-Led Training You Can Trust
At SafeHands First Aid Academy, your first aid course is delivered by a Registered Nurse with real healthcare and emergency-response experience. That clinical background means you're not just memorising steps — you understand how the body responds in an emergency and why correct technique matters, from effective chest compressions to managing bleeding and anaphylaxis. Training uses advanced CPR manikins that give visual feedback, helping you see how good compressions support blood flow from the heart to the brain.
Group First Aid Training in Truganina & Melbourne's West
Need first aid training for a whole team? SafeHands First Aid Academy offers group first aid training for workplaces, childcare centres, aged-care services, NDIS providers, community organisations, sports clubs and local businesses — either at the Truganina venue or on-site at your location across Truganina, Werribee, Truganina, Hoppers Crossing and Melbourne's western suburbs. Group options include CPR, Provide First Aid and Childcare First Aid, all nationally recognised, with same-day certificates available on successful completion.
Download the Student Handbook
Planning to enrol? Download the SafeHands First Aid Academy Student Handbook for everything you need before your course — entry requirements, what to bring, the assessment process, and your rights and responsibilities as a learner.
First Aid Course Resources & Tips for Truganina Learners
New to first aid, or due for a refresher? Our blog covers practical guidance — how often to renew your certificate, what DRSABCD means, when to use an AED, and what to expect on the day of your Tarneit course.
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First Aid Course Truganina — Your Questions Answered
You can book your course online through the SafeHands First Aid Academy website.
Simply choose your course, select an available date and time, complete your booking details and follow the payment steps.
For help choosing the right course, you can contact us by phone, WhatsApp or email before booking.
After booking your course, you will receive booking confirmation and instructions about the next steps.
Depending on the course, you may be required to complete online theory before attending the face-to-face practical session. Please read all booking emails carefully and complete any required online learning before your class date.
You should also check the course location, arrival time, parking information and what to bring on the day.
Yes, most courses include online pre-learning that must be completed before attending the face-to-face practical session.
This helps you understand the theory before class, so the practical session can focus on hands-on skills, scenarios and assessment activities.
Online theory completion time depends on the course, your previous knowledge and how quickly you work through the learning materials.
For further information about the online theory completion time for each course, please visit our course pages, where you will find more detailed course information, including learning requirements, practical session details and expected completion time.
Please bring:
Photo ID
Comfortable clothing suitable for practical activities
Access to your online learning completion if required
Any required workplace or student details for enrolment
Please note, you may be required to kneel on the floor and perform CPR on a manikin as part of the assessment.
Learners should arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled course start time to allow time for registration and administrative requirements.
Safety instructions, practical demonstrations and assessment activities will begin promptly at the scheduled course start time.
If you arrive late, you may not be able to complete the required assessment activities and may need to reschedule, depending on the course requirements.
If you cannot attend your booked course, please contact SafeHands First Aid Academy as soon as possible.
Rescheduling, cancellation or refund options will be managed according to the relevant booking, refund and cancellation policy.
Book Your First Aid Course in Truganina
Ready to gain practical, life-saving skills? Complete your nationally recognised first aid or CPR training locally in Truganina with SafeHands First Aid Academy — nurse-led, hands-on, and with a same-day certificate.