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First aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Depending on your course, you may need to provide a current first aid certificate or a current Australian CPR certificate.

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Depending on your course, you may need to provide a current first aid certificate, a current Australian CPR certificate, or both. Your faculty or school will confirm which apply to you.

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<p>You need to maintain a current CPR certificate and a current first aid certificate equivalent to the <a href="https://firstaid.redcross.org.au/provide-first-aid" target="_blank">Red Cross First Aid Training Course</a> for the duration of your studies.</p>

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First aid training providers

The University’s preferred training provider is Surf Life Saving NSW.

Recommended first aid providers include:

  • Australian Red Cross Society
  • Medilife
  • New South Wales State Emergency Service
  • Royal Life Saving Society Australia
  • Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
  • St John Ambulance Australia
  • Canadian Red Cross (Canada)
  • St John’s Ambulance (Canada & USA)
  • American Heart Association (USA)

CPR requirements

Your CPR certificate needs to be a Nationally Recognised VET Qualification or Statement of Attainment from a recognised Australian training organisation. Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness (SUSF) provides accredited courses.

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<p>You need a current Australian CPR certificate valid for the duration of your placement.</p>

Sydney School of Health Sciences students

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