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HLTAID013

Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site Course

Course Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in a remote or isolated site over an extended period until medical help arrives or evacuation is possible.

This unit applies to any site where medical assistance is likely to be delayed.

The course encompasses a comprehensive range of first aid treatments, including aeromedical evacuation, prolonged care, self-care, and planning for contingencies. It emphasises the safety of the first aider and the extended support for an ill or injured person in scenarios where aid is likely to be delayed or inaccessible.

Keeping you and your colleagues better prepared to handle first responder situations in any remote and isolated locations.

This qualification is designed to better equip you and your colleagues to effectively manage first responder situations in any remote and isolated locations.

This unit was also previously known as HLTAID005 Provide First Aid in Remote Situations.

Learning Outcomes

  • Prepare equipment for first aid response in remote or isolated site
  • Adhere to the DRSABCD process, consistent with ARC guidelines
  • Assess a medical emergency in a remote setting and implement suitable first aid procedures
  • Coordinate evacuation and first aid activities until assistance arrives

Designed For

This Unit of Competency (UoC) is designed for individuals who need training in remote or isolated first aid as a requirement of their workplace, as well as members of the public interested in first aid training.

  • Bushwalkers,
  • Wilderness guides,
  • Remote mine site workers,
  • Remote and/or isolated workers,
  • Climbers,
  • 4WD enthusiasts,
  • Outdoor/adventure Instructors,
  • General public, who may live and work in remote and/or isolated areas.

Career Outcomes

This qualification will be suited to the following job roles:

  • Workplace first aid officer in remote and/or isolated areas

Refresher training in CPR should be undertaken annually and full first aid qualifications should be renewed every three years.

Pathways

Suggested pathways for further study after completion of this qualification include:

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Prerequisites

Participants should be at least 14 years old to enrol (individuals under 18 must provide a consent form signed by a parent or guardian).

Must live in and have a Western Australian residential address.

Applicants are required to demonstrate good language, literacy, and numeracy skills, as our courses include straightforward English, videos, photographs, and interactive questions to maximise comprehension and skill development pertinent to their job role.

If you believe you will need support due to language, literacy, and numeracy skills, please contact our main office prior to enrolment to discuss your learning needs. A language, literacy, and numeracy (LNN) assessment may be carried out before enrolment to determine if the applicant needs additional LNN support during training.

All trainees must present identification at the course, with photo ID being the minimum requirement (e.g. Driver’s License, Passport, or similar) alongside 100 points of identification.

USI Number Requirements:

As of January 1, 2018, all students doing nationally recognised training need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). For further information and to create a USI, visit the Government USI website here.

Course Structure

The course is a combined delivery structure and comprises a pre-course online component followed by our two (2) day (16 hour) in-class and outdoor practical course. The pre-study consists of multiple choice questions which can be done on paper or online.

Pre-course study takes on average 4-5 hours depending on the individual student and their personal circumstances and other commitments). This online training involves reading modules and then using the knowledge learnt to complete a final exam. Pre-course training must be completed prior to the face-to-face training.

The course delivery combines structured lectures, workshops, case studies, videos, practical tasks, and workplace application. Activities for both individuals and groups, along with various assessment tasks, are integrated throughout the course.

The trainers and assessors responsible for delivering our course are accredited experts in their respective fields. They hold the requisite qualification(s) to deliver this course and meet the relevant professional experience requirements in line with the 2025 Standards Credential Policy.

1 unit of competency must be completed
  • HLTAID013 – Provide first aid in remote or isolated site

Assessment

To obtain a nationally recognised certificate, attendees must successfully complete the pre-course evaluation, practical assessment, and written examinations. Specific details of these assessments will be provided with the course materials.

Physical Requirements:

It is important to note that this CPR element of this course requires a certain  level of physical ability to complete practical assessments. All students are required to perform 2 minutes of CPR on an adult manikin placed on the floor. Those who are unable due to health or fitness reasons will not receive a nationally accredited certificate. However, a non-accredited certificate of attendance for Provide First Aid in remote or isolated sites can be issued.

Language Skills:

All students must be able to demonstrate an accurate verbal report, as would be required for emergency services or a workplace supervisor.

Upon successful completion of this course, a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy will be issued. This certification can be utilised to pursue credit transfer towards an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification.

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is offered Complimentary when attending the Remote area training.

Recognition of Prior Learning – RPL

Should you have completed the HLTAID011 Provide first aid course within the last 12 months you may attend just the Remote area session, although we will require a copy of your current first aid certificate as proof.

Assessment is conducted via a detailed portfolio of evidence, workbook, questions and written scenarios to support your claim for RPL. Further information about the RPL process will be explained prior to enrolment with any of our training assessor. Where you and your Impact assessor can identify if there are any requirements for further training, you may choose to do this through the completion of individual units (at an additional fee).

Course Fees

Fee for service – $250 ($250 non-refundable deposit on enrolment)

RPL – $250 ($250 non-refundable deposit on enrolment) excludes gap training

Gap training per UoC $250 each

Group bookings – please contact us for pricing.

Fees include all assessments and resources required in the classroom (and for pre-course online training). Students should wear appropriate clothing to kneel and bend in to complete the practical.

This course is not supported by VET Funding. We are priced to ensure we can make it accessible for you while also maintaining the high-quality education you expect and deserve. Where these two factors meet… you get our inexpensive and invaluable price!

Cancellation policy

Refunds are not available for students who fail to attend classes or choose to withdraw after booking. Changes to class schedules are allowed, provided they are made more than 48 hours before the class commencing.

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*Blended is a combination of online and face to face elements or video interactions for the F2F elements.

Upcoming Courses

Name Date Time Location Spaces Deposit Amount
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 7 & 8 September 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 14 & 15 September 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 21 & 22 September 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 29 & 30 September 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 5 & 6 October 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 12 & 13 October 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 19 & 20 October 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 26 & 27 October 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 2 & 3 November 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 9 & 10 November 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 16 & 17 November 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 23 & 24 November 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 30 November - 1 December 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 7 & 8 December 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 14 & 15 December 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
HLTAID013 (with 009 010 & 011) 21 & 22 December 2026 08:30 am - 05:30 pm 8 Burton Street, Cannington WA 6107 10 $275.00
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