Healthcare & Community Services WA

First Aid Training for
Healthcare &
Aged Care in WA

Advanced resuscitation, oxygen therapy, and first aid training delivered on-site for healthcare, aged care, disability, and community services across Perth and Broome WA. ARC guidelines compliant.

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Aged care Disability support GP practices Allied health Community services Mental health services Home care

Why It Matters

Healthcare Workers Need More Than Standard First Aid

Standard HLTAID011 is designed for general workplaces. Healthcare, aged care, and disability support environments present different challenges — higher-risk clients, oxygen equipment, complex medications, and situations where rapid advanced response is essential.

WCFAT's trainers include former paramedics and nurses who have worked in exactly these environments. They don't just teach from a manual — they train your staff with real clinical context and scenario-based practice that reflects your workplace's actual risks.

We deliver on-site at your facility across Perth and Broome, using Laerdal QCPR manikins with real-time feedback displayed on projectors and iPads. Minimum 10 participants per session.

HLTAID015 — Annual renewal required

If your organisation has oxygen equipment or your staff are required to administer oxygen, HLTAID015 Advanced Resuscitation and Oxygen Therapy is mandatory — and must be renewed annually. This is the most commonly overlooked compliance gap in WA aged care and healthcare settings.

ARC guidelines compliant

All WCFAT training is fully aligned with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines — the clinical standard required by healthcare regulators, aged care accreditation bodies, and NDIS providers in WA.

Recommended Courses

First Aid Courses for Healthcare & Aged Care WA

HLTAID011
Provide First Aid
All healthcare, aged care, disability, and community service workers. The baseline requirement.

The nationally recognised workplace first aid standard. Covers CPR, AED, bleeding, burns, anaphylaxis, shock, and casualty management. Required for all WA healthcare and aged care workers.

⏱ 1 day🔄 3-year renewal🔄 CPR annual
HLTAID015
Advanced Resuscitation & Oxygen Therapy
Required for any staff operating oxygen equipment. Also recommended for all aged care and disability support workers.

Advanced airway management, bag-valve mask, oropharyngeal airways, suction, and safe oxygen administration at correct flow rates. Fully ARC compliant. Annual renewal mandatory.

⏱ 1 day🔄 Annual renewal
HLTAID011 + HLTAID015
First Aid with Oxygen Therapy
Ideal for aged care, disability support, and community health workers needing both qualifications.

Both HLTAID011 and HLTAID015 combined in a single 1-day program. The most efficient pathway for healthcare and aged care workers who need oxygen therapy capability alongside standard first aid.

⏱ 1 day🔄 Annual (CPR & 015)
HLTAID014
Provide Advanced First Aid
Senior healthcare staff, team leaders, and those managing emergency responses in healthcare settings.

Advanced patient assessment, complex trauma management, major bleeding control, and detailed clinical handover to paramedics. Ideal for practice managers, senior care staff, and health & safety officers.

⏱ 1–2 days🔄 3-year renewal

Common Questions

Healthcare First Aid FAQ

Does WCFAT training satisfy aged care accreditation requirements?
Yes. All WCFAT training is nationally recognised and ARC compliant, meeting the requirements of aged care accreditation standards, NDIS provider obligations, and WA healthcare regulatory requirements.
How often does HLTAID015 need to be renewed?
Annually. HLTAID015 is one of only two first aid units with a mandatory annual renewal requirement (along with HLTAID009 CPR). This reflects the critical nature of oxygen therapy and advanced resuscitation skills and the importance of maintaining currency. Don't let your staff's HLTAID015 lapse — it can affect your organisation's compliance status.
Can WCFAT deliver training at our aged care facility or GP practice?
Yes — we deliver all training on-site at your facility. Minimum 10 participants per session. We bring all equipment including Laerdal QCPR manikins, oxygen training equipment, and scenario materials. No disruption to your clients — training happens in your environment on your schedule.
Is WCFAT available in Broome for regional healthcare providers?
Yes — WCFAT is based in Broome and delivers training throughout the Kimberley for healthcare providers, community services, and disability support organisations. We are one of the only nationally accredited first aid providers based in the Kimberley.
Train Your Healthcare Team On-Site

HLTAID011, HLTAID015, advanced resuscitation — delivered at your facility across Perth and Broome WA. ARC compliant. Minimum 10 participants.

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