A friendly, competitor‑agnostic guide to help you choose the right training style in Canberra.

Both options meet national standards when delivered by approved providers. Big‑room training is about speed and lower headline price. Small‑class training maximises trainer attention, practice time and confidence. Choose based on how you learn best, not brands.

Bottom line:

If you learn well in busy rooms and need the lowest price + earliest date, big‑room is fine. If you prefer coaching, practice and confidence, you’ll get more from a small‑class like the ones we offer.

Canberra context that actually matters

  • Accreditation: Make sure the course is delivered by or on behalf of a compliant RTO (e.g., Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909).

  • Unit codes: Match your need (e.g., HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, HLTAID009 CPR, HLTAID012 Childcare First Aid, UETDRMP007/LVR for electricians).

  • Statement of Attainment timing: Many providers issue same‑day or next business day after successful completion*.

  • Renewal frequency: CPR every 12 months; First Aid typically every 3 years (check your workplace policy).

*Issuance timing depends on provider processing and competency achieved.

How to choose (simple checklist)

Tick what matters most to you:

If you ticked 3+ boxes → small‑class likely suits you. If none/one → big‑room is probably fine.

Quick decision guide (2‑minute quiz)

  1. What stresses you more?
    A. Paying a bit more → choose small‑class.
    B. Feeling rushed or judged → choose small‑class.
    C. Neither; I just want it done → big‑room is fine.

  2. Do you want time to ask real‑world questions (kids, trades, sport, special needs)?
    Yes → small‑class.
    No → either.

  3. Do you need the earliest possible date?
    Yes → often big‑room.
    No → either.