Description
Overview
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn basic first aid; it is also the minimum qualification requirement for a workplace first aider. It will help your workplace meet health and safety standards and is compliant with WorkSafe NZ requirements.
Workers trained in first aid can reduce the impact an accident can have on productivity and the cost of workers taking leave. WorkSafe have developed a Good Practice Guide

for workplace first aid, that outlines expectation and requirements.
Who Should Attend
- Workplace first aid providers
- Members of the public who want to be able to assist in a medical emergency
Course Objectives
- Scene safety
- Patient assessment
- Provide basic life support
NZQA Unit Standards Included
Unit Standard | Title | Credit Value |
6401 | Provide first aid | 1 |
6402 | Provide basic life support | 1 |
Duration
One Day
Attendance Capacity
Minimum of 8 trainees and a Maximum of 15 trainees per programme.
Cost
Course Fees
$210.00 + GST per person
Course costs include all learning materials and completion certificate. Costs also include registration of unit standard credits with NZQA.
Scheduled Course Locations
Please note that courses are available at a number of AMS Group branch locations, these are listed below. If there are no course locations shown below, courses can be arranged to be delivered at your place of work. Contact us to find out more about our on-site training options available for this course or enquire below.