First Aid Course Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of a first aid course in Australia.
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Ways to save
- Blended delivery (online theory then a short in-person practical) is the cheapest and fastest option; full face-to-face costs more for the same qualification.
- Independent RTOs often undercut St John and Red Cross for the same nationally recognised units, so compare providers.
- Budget a small annual CPR top-up (around $45–$60) between your three-yearly full re-certifications, since the CPR component expires every 12 months.
How we estimate this
First aid course prices track the qualification. A CPR-only course (HLTAID009) is roughly $45–$90, the standard Provide First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) $90–$140 (more at the major providers), childcare first aid (HLTAID012) about $120–$190, and remote or advanced courses (HLTAID013/014) $199–$400. Courses are GST-free.
Pricing reviewed: October 2026.
Pricing reviewed October 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding first aid course costs in Australia
First aid course prices track the qualification. A CPR-only course (HLTAID009) is roughly $45–$90, the standard Provide First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) $90–$140 (more at the major providers), childcare first aid (HLTAID012) about $120–$190, and remote or advanced courses (HLTAID013/014) $199–$400. Courses are GST-free.
Delivery format is the main lever you control. Blended delivery, where you complete the theory online and attend a short in-person practical, is cheaper and quicker than full classroom delivery, while remote and advanced courses sit at the top because of their extended content. Provider choice matters too: independent RTOs frequently price below the well-known charities for the identical unit.
Validity is where the ongoing cost hides. A full Provide First Aid or childcare certificate is valid for three years, but the CPR component must be refreshed every 12 months under Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, so the true cost over three years is the full course plus two annual CPR top-ups.
One important detail for anyone in childcare or education: ACECQA requires the specific HLTAID012 childcare unit, and a generic HLTAID011 certificate does not meet that requirement, so book the right course for your role. These are indicative ranges; confirm the unit code your workplace needs and the provider's renewal policy before enrolling.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a first aid course cost in Australia?
Roughly $45–$90 for CPR only, $90–$140 for the standard Provide First Aid certificate, $120–$190 for childcare first aid and $199–$400 for remote or advanced courses in 2026.
How often do I renew first aid?
The full first aid certificate is valid three years, but the CPR component must be refreshed every 12 months, so plan an annual CPR top-up between full re-certs.
Which first aid course do childcare workers need?
Childcare and education workers need the specific HLTAID012 unit to meet ACECQA requirements; a generic HLTAID011 certificate is not sufficient.
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