The HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course equips learners with the essential skills and knowledge required to respond to cardiac emergencies in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines. Suitable for workplaces, community settings, and individuals responsible for first aid readiness, this unit supports safe, confident, and timely intervention during life‑threatening incidents.
What you will learn:
This nationally recognised unit supports compliance with workplace first aid requirements and strengthens organisational safety capability. On completion, participants will be able to respond decisively to cardiac emergencies, apply evidence‑based CPR techniques, and contribute to safer workplaces and communities through effective first aid practice.
The HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is suitable for individuals who are required to respond as part of a team to emergency incidents. Responding to incidents such as cardiac arrest, crush injuries, electrocution, or exposure to hazardous atmospheres, team members must be prepared to deliver immediate CPR while awaiting specialist rescue or medical support. This course ensures personnel can respond effectively as part of an emergency team and meet workplace health and safety obligations.
This course is ideal for:
Suitable for:
Completing the HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation course provides participants with critical safety and professional competencies valued across multiple industries.
Benefits include:
The HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation unit is widely applicable across both community and workplace environments, as it equips individuals with the essential skills to recognise emergencies, perform CPR, use an AED, and communicate effectively with emergency services. Because these capabilities are fundamental to maintaining safety and responding to life‑threatening situations, it is relevant to a broad range of roles across multiple industries
Roles that this unit may be relevant to:
Industry sectors where this unit may be relevant to:
You’ll learn how to recognise and respond to a life‑threatening emergency with confidence, starting from assessing the scene for dangers through to delivering effective CPR. The unit builds your practical skills in providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation to adults, children, and infants, using an AED safely, and following established first aid and ARC guidelines. You’ll also develop the ability to communicate details of the incident clearly, work within your own scope of training, and complete the necessary documentation after an emergency.
On completing HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation students will be able to:
This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:
It may be delivered individually or as part of a qualification or skill set.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
• Participants will need sufficient English skills to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate during classroom and practical demonstrations and assessments.
• A pre-course LLND assessment ensures you have the reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills needed to successfully complete the course.
• Digital Literacy – you will require digital technology proficiency sufficient to use and navigate various forms of digital and electronic tools, platforms and technology to communicate and demonstrate understanding of course information and skills.
There are no prerequisites for this unit
The following methods will be used to assess competency for HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
The HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation unit is a nationally recognised competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Successful participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for National Training Register – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency in all assessment requirements.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training materials will be provided on the day of your course.
Our Forrestdale Training Facility has a compact kitchen area with an automated tea/coffee machine.
• A fridge and microwave are provided for participants to store and heat their own snacks/meals.
• A vending machine is stocked with quick snacks, healthy options and bottled/canned drinks.
• Alternatively, there are a variety of food outlets and cafes close by. We recommend purchasing before your course starts as businesses may change advertised operating hours without notice.
Courses include practical demonstrations and assessments that all participants are required to be involved in.
All participants are required to wear:
• Long pants
• Long sleeved shirts
• Enclosed footwear (in some instances steel cap safety boots may be required)
• Prescription glasses if worn.
We also encourage you to dress accordingly for weather conditions and suggest the following items:
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Additional clothing to keep dry/warm if raining or windy
On the day of your course, you will be required to provide official photo identification on arrival at our Forrestdale Training Centre or other training locations.
Expired identification will not be accepted.
For the demonstration and assessment of HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a student must be able to:
Exact daily schedules—including start and finish times, break periods, and assessment windows—will be provided upon completion of enrolment, allowing us to tailor information to your specific training group and location.
RMTS trainers and assessors deliver a blend of supervised learning, theoretical assessment activities, and realistic scenario‑based training to ensure learners can confidently apply their skills in real‑world environments. Each training day is structured to balance knowledge development with hands‑on practice, including multiple opportunities to participate in realistic simulations and skill‑building exercises.
This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments. See our locations below:
RMTS can deliver many of our courses at your nominated site or in your workplace.
Why send staff off‑site when RMTS can deliver high‑impact training right at your location?
Contact us to tailor a site-specific program and create a delivery plan built specifically for your operational needs.
Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location
The cost of the HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation course reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided.
| Title | Fee |
| Full Fee1 | $80 |
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