Knowing First Aid can save lives. Here's where and how to get trained in Australia

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Most people never expect to have to respond to an emergency, until they have to. Statistics show the numbers of people with First Aid training in Australia are significantly lower than the incidence of injuries requiring an urgent response. So, what’s the best way to get trained up?

Learning First Aid is a key proactive step you can take to effectively respond to an emergency.
CPR training, a core element in a typical first aid course, is based on guidelines issued by a peak body in Australia.
Training options available differ in duration, format, status of accreditation and curriculum covered in specialised courses.

Knowing first aid can save lives. Here's where and how to get trained in Australia

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