Local First Aid Courses

28/07/2026

🚨 Would you know what to do if someone suddenly collapsed?

Exciting news in the first aid world: St John has recently introduced a new Pocket AED, a compact defibrillator designed to make lifesaving technology more portable than ever before. Imagine having an AED that's small enough to keep in a backpack, glovebox or sports bag! 🩺❤️

Technology is making it easier to access AEDs, but the most important lifesaving tool is still someone who knows what to do.
In a cardiac arrest:

✔️ Call 000
✔️ Start CPR immediately
✔️ Send someone to get an AED
✔️ Follow the AED's voice prompts

Modern AEDs are designed to guide you every step of the way; they'll only deliver a shock if it's needed. The biggest barrier isn't the equipment; it's having the confidence to act.

At Local First Aid Courses Belconnen, we help everyday people build that confidence through practical, hands-on CPR and First Aid training. Whether you're renewing your certificate or learning for the first time, you'll leave knowing you can make a difference.

💬 Have you ever seen an AED in your workplace, local shopping centre or sporting club? Let us know where you've spotted one!

📍 Belconnen

📅 Weekly CPR and First Aid classes

📲 Book online and be prepared for the moments that matter.

https://localfirstaidcourses.com.au/first-aid-courses/

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05/03/2026

Happy Canberra Day Long Weekend! 🎈🏕️

Planning a BBQ at Lake Burley Griffin, a trip to the coast, or heading to the Canberra Day celebrations at Commonwealth Park this weekend?

Long weekends are for making memories, but they also mean busier roads and crowded events. It’s the perfect time to ask yourself: "Am I prepared if something goes wrong?"

From treating a minor burn at the grill to knowing how to handle an emergency on a hiking trail, first aid skills are the best thing you can pack this weekend.

Don't wait until you need it! We have spots available next week at our Belconnen facility to get you certified and confident:

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid – The essential all-rounder.
HLTAID009 CPR Express – Stay compliant and ready to help.

Stay safe, Canberra! Enjoy the extra day off. ☀️

📍 Located at Oatley Court, Belconnen (above Bint Restaurant).
🔗 www.localfirstaidcourses.com.au

25/02/2026

💡 Getting "Enlightened" in Canberra this weekend?

The Enlighten Festival kicks off this Friday (Feb 27), and we can’t wait to see the National Triangle glow! ✨

While you're out enjoying the projections and night markets, it’s a great time to think about safety. With big crowds and late nights, being first-aid ready is the best "glow-up" you can have!

Whether you need a cert for work or just want peace of mind while out with the family, we have spots available next week at our Belconnen training centre:

✅ HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (The "All-Rounder")
✅ HLTAID009 CPR Refresher (Quick & easy)
✅ Same-Day Certificates (No waiting around!)

📍 Find us at Oatley Court, Belconnen—plenty of free parking!

Book your spot before the weekend rush:
🔗 https://localfirstaidcourses.com.au/first-aid-courses/

19/02/2026

Would you know what to do in an emergency? 🩹❤️

First aid is a life skill, not just a certificate. From managing asthma and anaphylaxis to performing high-quality CPR, our courses give you the confidence to act when it matters most.

Why choose us?

📍 Convenient Belconnen location - no need to travel across town
🚗 Free parking & easy public transport access
🎓 Led by Emma Hely & Rob May with 20+ years of local expertise

Join the thousands of Canberrans we've trained. Check out our reviews on our website: www.localfirstaidcourses.com.au

New "Standard" courses available for beginners!

You can easily book online by visiting our booking calendar. We are now offering weekend courses on Saturday and Sunday every second weekend :)

https://mytraininghub.com.au/local-first-aid-courses?

RTO: ABC training 3399

21/10/2025

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Sixteen-year-old Rory Pittman wouldn’t be alive were it not for a defibrillator that had been won by the Queanbeyan and District Basketball Association as a “lucky door prize” three weeks before he collapsed during a basketball game.

20/08/2025

Allergies and Anaphylaxis are topics we cover in our classes, and, surprisingly, many people are unsure about the difference between a mild and a severe reaction.

This paramedic/ emergency nurse provides a good video explaining the differences in the same way we talk about it in our classes: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B3H3okQti/

04/06/2025

🚑 Why Shorter First Aid Courses Help Create More Confident Emergency Responders

When someone’s life is on the line, we don’t just need people with certificates; we need people who know what to do and feel confident doing it.

That’s why we’re rethinking how first aid is taught. At Local First Aid Courses, we take a different approach to our training. We want people to feel good about learning first aid.

💡 Instead of long, overwhelming courses, we focus on short, practical learning bursts, a teaching method that keeps people engaged and helps them remember what they learn.

Here’s what that looks like:
✅ Quick lessons (e.g. 30 minutes for the CPR practical session)
✅ Hands-on practice straight after learning
✅ Scenario-based learning for real-life application
✅ Regular check-ins to build confidence

This approach, also known as “chunk and chew,” helps learners stay focused, take in information more effectively, and walk away ready to act when it matters most.

People trained this way are more likely to:
✔️ Retain key skills
✔️ Stay calm in emergencies
✔️ Step in to help — not freeze up

We’ve been using this method in our courses, and the results have been incredible. 💬

If you’ve ever considered taking a first aid course (or sending your team for training), now’s the time, and this new approach might be just what your staff needs.

📩 Message us to learn more or tag someone you think should do their first aid training!

Thank you to the guys at the Canberra Gin Distillery for this image. All training delivered on behalf of ABC RTO 3399.

01/06/2025

Innovative businesses invest in CPR training for compliance and because they value safer communities. This empowers more people to respond confidently in emergencies at work and beyond.

We recently had the opportunity to train the staff at Sullivan's Legal Co. If your staff are in the same position and would like to undertake CPR training to ensure they know how to respond in an emergency, get in touch. We can help provide training at your business, or you can book a time for your staff to come see us for CPR training.

Find out more or book in, please get in touch with us at www.localfirstaidcourses.com.au

Training and assessment delivered on behalf of ABC RTO 3399

16/03/2025

Sometimes, CPR has to be provided by emergency teams on the run. Check out this amazing training video where emergency people must be able to provide CPR while being moved to a hospital.

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09/03/2025

We have recently started putting together a video series for our business. The series covers many of the common FAQs we get from students over the phone or email.

We are going to start with our first video, which explains the courses we currently have on offer at Belconnen.

Training provided on behalf of ABC RTO 3399

View the video here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/c9TpVWWFMwM

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