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Babies and breastfeeding are welcome at all our classes.

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Our Classes

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my children come to my face-to-face class?

• Public classes: Here at CPR Kids, we welcome you to bring your babies along to our classes. Young children who are mobile though, often become unsettled during class – we recommend that mobile children are left at home so that you are able to concentrate and get the most out of your time with our educators. This is also for your child’s safety, as we can only accomodate for babies who aren’t yet mobile, in the hospital environment. If you are breastfeeding a mobile child, we are more than happy for you to take a break and have them visit you during class time to breastfeed.

• Private Classes: Children of all ages are welcome within private classes. Just keep in mind when making a booking that a class timed for children’s naps often works best. This way you can concentrate – and don’t forget to allow extra time to accommodate for nappy changes and feeds! Children aged 8 to 14 years are able to come with you (a paying adult) to any class (both private and public), free of charge.

Why should I do a class with CPR Kids?

CPR Kids teaches you more than just First Aid. Our expert paediatric nurses and midwives empower you with the confidence to recognise and respond to your sick or injured child.

• All our educators are specialised paediatric nurses or midwives and have current AHPRA registration.

• Our classes follow the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and other nationally-recognised medical bodies.

• We offer post-class resources for learning retention and ongoing practice.

• We can come to you at a time that suits you.

• We offer open classes hosted by major maternity hospitals and community venues

Which class should I do?

There are many unique pressures that will make one class for difficult for different people. That’s why we host a number of different classes so that you can choose one to suit your particular situation and needs.

Is this a Nationally Recognised Training course?

No, this is not a Nationally Recognised Training course. You must also practice adult CPR and First Aid in the Nationally Recognised Training courses, and in our courses we focus solely on babies and children. On completion of the course, you will be able to access your Certificate of Attendance. Please note that as this is a non-accredited course, you will NOT receive a Certificate of Attainment (Nationally Recognised Training) – please check if this will suit your own purposes.

Is all CPR training the same?

No. CPR and First Aid classes can be perceived as boring and irrelevant. The CPR Kids classes break this common perception – they are fun, interactive and everything that you learn is tailored to your situation. Because we are all experienced paediatric nurses who have experienced everything we teach you, we can impart our skills and knowledge to you. We are also parents and carers of children, so we understand how distressing it is to have a sick or injured child, and can help give you the skills to remain calm in an emergency.

What do participants receive from face-to-face classes?

• For the host of a private class – a copy of A life. A finger. A pea up a nose. by Sarah Hunstead. This book covers all the topics learned in-class plus many more. First Aid situations that affect children and babies.

• Access to additional baby and child first aid topics via online learning – for all participants.

• A poster covering First Aid scenarios and CPR flowchart.

• Online course access, to continue your learning at home

• A certificate of attendance can be provided upon request which may be used toward professional development (CPD) hours. Confirm with your workplace prior to booking your class. Please note, this is NOT a Certificate of Attainment (Nationally Recognised Training).

Can I claim CPR Kids classes with my Health Fund?

It depends on your Health Fund. Our educators are Registered Nurses and Midwives, however, they do not have provider numbers so we cannot claim for you. Some Health Funds will refund part or full payment for First Aid courses. Please contact your fund for more details.

Do you teach classes in the evening?

Yes, we can teach home classes in evenings (7pm is the latest start time), daytime and also weekends. We also hold Baby First Aid evening classes in hospitals and community venues. We also endeavor to have evening options for our Zoom classes.

Can I eat during my class?

You are welcome to bring your meal, snacks or refreshments to eat or drink during this class. We would recommend eating a meal before your class because our classes are very hands-on. There is a short 5-min break during the class in which you might like to have a snack available for people in your class. Feel free to snack during the class, especially if you are pregnant.

Can I breastfeed during the class?

Yes, all our classes are breast-feeding friendly.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

Payment in full is required at the time of booking via credit/debit card (MasterCard, Visa or American Express). A minimum of 48 hours notice is required for cancellation. Less than 48 hours notice of cancellation incurs a charge of 25% of your class fee. Emergency situations (such as labour!) are exempt from cancellation fee. No-shows incur a charge of the full class fee.

How far do you travel from the CBD?

CPR Kids hold classes in Greater Sydney/Newcastle/Forster/Wollongong/Greater Brisbane/Sunshine Coast/Gold Coast/Cairns/Tweed for Baby & Child First Aid classes. Please note there may be a travel fee for some outer metro suburbs and locations beyond metro areas. Please contact us if you live outside a metro area, we may be able to arrange a course. Live in a regional or rural area? Get a big group together – we love a road trip!

I have a big Mothers' group. Can you still teach us?

Yes we can! We have lots of options as to how we can meet the needs of your group. Contact us to see how we can meet your needs. Private Baby & Child First Aid + Private Couples Class – where? CPR Kids come to your home or venue of choice. Why not host the session in the local park on a sunny day?

I live in a tiny apartment. How much space will we need?

We only need enough room for all participants to sit on the floor with a CPR manikin in front of them.Cosy is not a problem* except during a pandemic, where need to keep our physical distance.

Do you provide classes for not-for-profit organisations?

Yes, we partner with a number of NFPs to provide training for people in disadvantaged circumstances. If you would like to discuss our not-for-profit rates, please get in touch.

Where does the information you teach us come from?

We only teach Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines CPR. Other sources for first aid include ASCIA, The Asthma Foundation, and the ARC. For a more detailed reference list, please click here.

Who teaches the classes?

We are all Paediatric/Emergency/Intensive care/Retrieval Nurses/School Nurses/Midwives – specialising in paediatrics. Between us, the team at CPR Kids collectively have over 200+ years of experience. We all have postgraduate qualifications ranging from Diplomas in Paediatrics to Masters Degrees in Critical Care. The founder and Director of CPR Kids, Sarah Hunstead, has over 15 years experience as a paediatric emergency nurse, holds a Masters Degree in Critical Care, is author of A life. A finger. A pea up a nose – A practical guide to baby and child First Aid and is the paediatric expert for the National Institute of First Aid Trainers. You can find out more about each of our wonderful educators here.

If I have trouble with the self-paced online course, who should I contact?

Please email us hello@cprkids.com.au or call 1300 543 727 during business hours M-F. We aim to respond within 48 hours of your enquiry.

What do we receive for completing the self-paced online course?

On completion of the course, you will be able to access your Certificate of Completion. Please note that as this is a non-accredited course, you will NOT receive a Certificate of Attainment (Nationally Recognised Training) – please check if this will suit your own purposes.

Can I stop and start the self-paced online course when I like? Is there a time limit?

Yes! Learn when it suits you, stop and start at any time and revisit any of the modules as many times as you like for 12 months. You have a period of 12 months to complete the content. Learn when it suits you, stop and start at any time and revisit any of the modules as many times as you like for 12 months.

What age is your self-paced online course applicable for?

Our content covers babies and children in the ages: 0-12 years.

Are your live online classes hands on?

Please have a pillow/stuffed toy with you to practice on – you will be practicing the skills you learn on the day with your paediatric nurse educator guiding you through the steps.

What if I can no longer make my live online class time?

Please contact us by emailing hello@cprkids.com.au or call 1300 543 727.

What do we receive for attending the live online class?

Can I ask questions in the live online class?

Of course! Please ask any questions you may have, during the class – there will also be a time for questions at the end.

What topics are covered in the live online class?

You will learn how to manage a choking emergency in a baby or child; and how to confidently perform CPR for babies and children (0-12 years).

What do I need to bring/do during the live online class?

For the best experience and to get the most out of the session, we recommend you:
– bring a pillow or soft toy so you can practice along with your CPR Kids nurse educator
– have your ZOOM video on, so that you can interact and your educator can support your learning
– respect the privacy of all other participants joining via video

Can I join from anywhere in the world? What time-zone are the classes taught in?

We would love to have you join us! Please note that start times are in Sydney (Australian Eastern Standard) time, so you may need to adjust the start times for your local area.

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"We used CPR Kids for a private in home first aid course for our entire family when bubba was born. It was such a great way to ensure everyone who shares care of the children in our family are confident in an emergency. We highly recommend the CPR Kids course, especially the private in home option for the whole family."

"As my husband and I were leaving the venue - he turned to me and said 'that was the most worthwhile time & amount we've spent' in preparation for our first child. I couldn't agree more. Our instructor was super engaging, knowledgeable, passionate (I could go on), and delivered the information in a way that we have both remembered. I've been recommending this CPR course to everyone I've spoken to since. It's not even a recommendation - it's a must for any parent, at any stage of parenthood. DO IT!"

"I attended the public/community class with my son and daughter in law and their 1st baby. As a retired RN I found it very useful as a refresher, esp. as I hadn't any recent paediatric experience. This is an absolute must class for new parents and for grandparents for the safety of babies and children. Great hands on practical skills and great access to resources. Everyone should know the basics of CPR and First Aid - CPR Kids does this really well."