Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening medical emergency where immediate action can mean the difference between life and death. Prompt recognition, rapid decision-making, and early intervention are critical to improving survival outcomes.

This course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to recognise and respond to a cardiac emergency. You will learn how to assess an unconscious casualty, call for emergency assistance, and perform effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to support a person who is not breathing normally.

Delivered in accordance with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines, the training includes the safe and effective use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), techniques to maintain continuous chest compressions with minimal interruption, and appropriate management of complications such as regurgitation or vomiting.

The course also prepares you to confidently communicate accurate incident information when handing over to emergency services, and to reflect on emergency situations, including recognising potential psychological impacts on yourself and others. This supports ongoing skill development, resilience, and improved response in future emergencies.

Suitable for both workplace and community settings, this training builds the confidence and capability to respond effectively in a cardiac emergency.

Delivered as a flexible blended program, this course combines convenient online learning with engaging, hands-on face-to-face training. The practical component can be delivered at your workplace, a venue of your choice, or at a professionally arranged Heart Restart training facility, ensuring a seamless and tailored experience for individuals and teams.

• Recognise and respond to cardiac arrest using the DRSABCD action plan

• Perform CPR and manage unconscious, non-breathing casualties

• Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively

• Respond confidently in emergency situations, including airway management

• Work effectively with others and communicate clearly with emergency services

• Reflect on incidents and maintain skills in line with ARC guidelines

Course durations may vary; the times below reflect minimum requirements:

• Face-to-face: from 2 hours

• Blended or refresher: from 90 minutes

• Online with face-to-face assessment: from 20 minutes

Assessment includes both practical and written components, featuring hands-on CPR skills, simulated emergency scenarios, and a short multiple-choice test. Practical assessment covers CPR on an adult (including AED use and recovery position) and an infant.

$100 per participant

To take part in this course, you'll need to be physically able to complete the practical activities, this includes performing 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor without stopping.

To complete the online/pre-course study, students will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection.

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. CPR skills should be refreshed every 12 months in line with the First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice and Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909 by Heart Restart First Aid Training

Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made less than 5 business days prior to the course start date. To be eligible for a refund, you must notify Heart Restart at least 5 business days before your course begins by contacting us on email address: contact@heartrestart.com.au or call us on phone number: 0420307560