Welcome!
In this article we’ll be helping explain what you need to know about Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) courses. Many people assume that Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) is the only or best option for first aid certification.
QAS offers respectable training, but they’re not your only option for quality, nationally recognised first aid certification in Brisbane.
In fact, when you compare QLD ambulance first aid courses to other courses, you might be surprised by what you discover.
QFAS Options vs Other Choices
Course Availability: Why Wait?
QLD Ambulance Service First Aid Courses: Based on their current schedule, Queensland Ambulance Service offers limited first aid training dates. Their HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course is available sporadically, with many locations showing only a handful of dates throughout 2025.
My First Aid Course: We run multiple classes every week across seven Brisbane locations:
This means you don’t have to plan months in advance or travel across Brisbane to find an available class. Need certification quickly? We’ve got you covered with courses available within days, not weeks or months.
The Instructor Difference
QLD Ambulance First Aid Courses: Queensland Ambulance instructors certainly know their medical procedures. They have a wide range of experience and practical knowledge on emergencies.
My First Aid Course:
Our instructors include professional trainers, experienced nurses, and first aid specialists who excel at both emergency response AND effective teaching.
They understand the difference between training paramedics and teaching practical first aid skills to everyday people.
Our trainers specialize in making complex medical concepts accessible without the overwhelming jargon. We focus on what you actually need to know to save a life, explained in terms anyone can understand.
Advanced Training Options
Looking for something beyond basic first aid? While Queensland ambulance first aid courses offer some advanced options “by request only,” we maintain a regular schedule of advanced certifications you can book anytime, including:
- HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- HLTAID014 – Provide Advanced First Aid
- HLTAID015 – Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
- Remote first aid courses
Course Focus and Approach
Queensland Ambulance First Aid Courses: While we can’t comment on their specific approach, many students value hearing stories about paramedic life, and the detailed approach some trainers have.
Our First Aid Courses: We’re not trying to turn you into a paramedic in one day (that’s what years of school is for). Instead, we focus on building your confidence to act effectively in an emergency with clear, simple techniques that work. Our students consistently tell us they remember more of what they learned because we make it practical and accessible.
Certification Validity: Setting the Record Straight
A common misconception is that Queensland ambulance first aid courses provide “better” or “more official” certification. Here’s the truth:
Both QAS courses and our courses provide the exact same nationally recognised certification.
The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid qualification we offer is identical to what you’d receive from QLD ambulance service first aid courses. Both are fully compliant with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and recognized nationwide by:
- Employers
- Schools and universities
- Workplace health and safety regulators
- Industry bodies
What Our First Aid Course Covers
Just like QLD ambulance first aid courses, our training includes things such as:
- Responding to emergency situations
- Applying appropriate first aid procedures
- Communicating details to emergency services
- Evaluating incidents and performance
- Asthma management (including Ventolin inhaler use)
- Anaphylaxis management (including adrenaline auto-injector use)
Frequently Asked Questions About First Aid Courses
Book Your First Aid Course With Confidence
Don’t wait for the limited Queensland ambulance first aid course dates to roll around. Our courses offer:
- More convenient scheduling with multiple weekly sessions
- Seven locations across Brisbane for easier access
- The same nationally recognised certification
- Instructors who excel at making complex information accessible
- A focus on building practical skills and confidence
Ready to book your place? Check our upcoming course dates below or contact us today to secure your spot.
