Why learn with us
When someone needs help, will you know what to do? Learn life-saving first aid skills with New Zealand's leading training provider.
Why first aid matters
Being able to provide first aid can save a life
You can choose to become someone who knows how to give CPR, know what to do if a workmate gets injured, understand how to support someone experiencing a mental health crisis, and how to stop your child from choking. First aid skills give you the confidence to step forward in an emergency. You'll gain the knowledge to help family, friends, colleagues, and people in your community when every second counts.
Why choose Red Cross
Expert instructors
Our instructors bring real-world emergency care experience. Many work in ambulance services or hold pre-hospital emergency care qualifications. They're passionate about sharing lifesaving skills in a supportive learning environment.
Proven results
We delivered 8,179 courses in 2024/25, with 98% of participants' feedback rating our training as good or better.
Flexible learning options
Learn in the classroom, online, or at your workplace. We have venues across the country or can come to you for groups of 10+.
Global first aid leaders
As part of the global Red Cross movement, we train over 12 million people worldwide each year. When you learn with us, you're gaining skills backed by international best practice.
Your training supports communities
We're Here for Humanity. Profits from our courses and products help support Red Cross community programmes helping people in need across Aotearoa New Zealand.
How you'll learn
Complete all training in-person at one of our training centres across Aotearoa New Zealand with hands-on practice and expert guidance.
Complete pre-course learning online and attend a shorter face-to-face course in the classroom (available for core courses only). Save time while still getting essential practical skills.
Book a private course and our instructor will come to your workplace or venue of choice. Email firstaid@redcross.org.nz to enquire.
Training that gives back
When you choose New Zealand Red Cross for first aid training, you're learning lifesaving skills while also supporting communities in need.
Profits from our courses and products help fund Red Cross community programmes across Aotearoa New Zealand; providing disaster relief in an emergency and supporting former refugees, isolated communities, and people facing hardship.
Your decision to train with us helps us be Here for Humanity, ensuring we can respond when and where we're needed most.
I attended a First Aid Revalidation training session and Karrin was an amazing instructor. She explained everything clearly, made the training engaging, and created a supportive environment where everyone felt comfortable asking questions and practicing skills. I left feeling confident and well-prepared thanks to her excellent teaching.
Course participant, Red Cross Western Bay Service Centre