The Comprehensive First Aid Course is ideal for workplaces with moderate to high-risk environments. It equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to provide effective emergency first aid.
Our course emphasizes hands-on, practical training in an engaging and interactive learning environment.
This course meets:
✅ Basic Trained Responder requirements within the NZRC Responder Training Framework
✅ ANZCOR guidelines for Basic Life Support (BLS)
The course covers the same content as unit standards 6400, 6401 & 6402
Our course combines in-person training with self-paced online learning:
✅ 7 hours in a classroom setting
✅ 5 hours of self-paced online pre-course learning
💳 $189.95 incl GST - includes:
📘 First Aid Manual
🛡️ Pocket Face Shield
🪪 DRSABCD Card
The training includes a mix of theoretical learning and practical scenarios, covering:
✅ Scene assessment & management
✅ Primary assessment
✅ Adult, child & infant CPR (QCPR app provides real-time feedback on technique)
✅ Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
✅ Choking first aid techniques
✅ Bleeding and shock management
✅ Injuries (Fractures, Dislocations, Sprains & Strains)
✅ Medical emergencies (Heart Attack, Stroke, Diabetes, Seizures, Asthma)
✅ Anaphylaxis and how to use an EpiPen use
✅ Burns (Thermal, Chemical & Electical)
✅ Poisoning emergencies
✅ Spinal and head injuries
✅ Environmental hazards (Hypothermia, Hypothermia, Bites & Stings)
✅ The course is delivered in English, and a basic understanding of English is required.
✅ Participants must be physically able to kneel on the floor to perform CPR.
✅ Participants must be atleast 16 years old, unless they have parental consent.
What is an Comprehensive First Aid Course?
The Comprehensive First Aid Course provides in-depth first aid skills for responding to serious medical emergencies, including CPR, AED use, trauma management, and workplace accident response.Who should take this course?
This course is ideal for individuals who need to be prepared in an medical emergency or work in moderate to high-risk workplaces, such as construction, forestry, agriculture, manufacturing, and adventure tourism.How long does Comprehensive First Aid certification last?
Certification is valid for 2 years, after which a refresher course is required.Do I get a certificate after completing this course?
Yes! You’ll receive a first aid e-certificate upon successful completion of the course.Can you register NZQA credits?
No, this certificate does not include NZQA credits. For credit-bearing options, please visit the NZQA website to find a list of accredited providers. However, the course content covers the same course material as US 6400, 6401, and 6402.Service Area
Palmerston North, Fielding, Whanganui, Dannevirke, Levin, Kapiti, Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Masterton, Napier, Hastings & Taupo