How Long Do First Aid & CPR Certificates Last in NSW & QLD?

If you’re enrolling in or renewing a First Aid Course in QLD or NSW, knowing the validity periods helps you stay compliant and confident

First Aid Certificate Renewal Times (NSW & QLD)

Why is it listed in months and not years?

Because listing in months is more accurate than listing in years.
For example if you did HLTAID011 Provide First Aid on January 1st 2024, you would need to renew it by/on January 1st 2027.
But if you went by counted strictly by years than by doing it anytime in 2027 you would actually have a certificate that could be out of date.

Why are there renewal timeframes?

There are two key reasons. The first is practice = confidence. When an emergency hits every second counts and you need to be confident. That’s why you need to keep your first aid valid for NSW and QLD. People often refresh their CPR skills each year. The second is that times change: Just as our computers aren’t running Windows XP anymore because times have changed, so with our first aid course new improved knowledge comes out that increases the quality of first aid care

Who sets the Renewal Timeframes?

The renewal periods for First Aid and CPR training are guided by several key organisations.

The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) sets the national clinical recommendations, including CPR every 12 months and First Aid every 3 years. These guidelines are adopted by state regulators such as SafeWork NSW and Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, who require workplaces to ensure staff maintain current certification.

For Low Voltage Rescue and CPR (LVR/CPR), the Electrical Safety Office Queensland and equivalent industry regulators mandate annual refreshers for electrical workers. The official unit standards themselves are maintained on training.gov.au, Australia’s national register of training qualifications.

In addition, many employers — particularly in high-risk industries like construction, childcare, and electrical work — may enforce stricter internal renewal cycles to meet their own workplace health and safety policies.

What else should I do to keep up to date with first aid?

We’ve got a FREE FIRST AID GUIDE packed with articles on first aid. They allow you the opportunity to dig deeper than a first aid course and round out your understanding and knowledge.

When you book one of our courses with an online component, here’s the good news: you can go back and watch the videos all year. That means you can stay fresh, ready and up to date with first aid.

Let’s Book

Don’t wait until it’s too late – invest in your safety and the safety of those around you by booking a first aid course with us today!
At Accidental Health and Safety we offer a range of courses to suit your needs.

Our courses are designed and taught by experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing you with the most up-to-date, evidence-based knowledge and skills. By choosing us for your first aid training, you can feel confident that you’re receiving the highest quality education and support.

Plus, booking with us is easy and convenient. Go to our course and select the date that’s right for you. You can choose from a range of dates and times to fit your schedule, and our user-friendly booking system makes the process a breeze.

So what are you waiting for? Take the first step towards becoming a lifesaver today by booking your first aid course. Your future self (and those around you) will thank you!