National Institute of First Aid Trainers - NIFAT

National Institute of First Aid Trainers - NIFAT Welcome to NIFAT, Australia's leading professional development group for first aid trainers since 2014. Join us to elevate your training expertise!

We offer webinars, conferences, and resources for our members, advancing first aid education nationwide. NIFAT was established in 2014 in an effort to provide first aid training information, resources, networking opportunities and professional development opportunities to first aid trainers and providers.

23/04/2026

Sneak peek alert 👀
Our very own Jessie sat down with the TraumaSim Group to explore how realistic trauma simulation is transforming first aid training.
Spoiler: it’s next level.

Full recording drops 30 April for members.

15/04/2026

What if I put the AED pads on the wrong way around? 😳⚡️

It’s one of those questions that comes up in classes more than you’d think. 👀

And you can almost feel the room lean in when it does. 🤫

In last week’s webinar, Andy answered this exact question about AED pad placement. 🎥🫀

We’ve pulled out that moment ⬆️

Because this is what matters. ✅
Not just knowing the answer… 💡
But being able to explain it in a way that reduces hesitation and builds confidence. 🙌🏼

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09/04/2026

If you’ve ever been asked a tricky AED question mid-class and thought… how do I explain this?
You’re not alone 🙌🏼

That exact moment is what last week’s NIFAT webinar was built around 🎓

In AEDs: Level Up, Andy tackled the questions trainers are actually getting—the ones that can throw you if you haven’t had the chance to really unpack them ⚡️

Here’s a short snippet from the session 🎥

This is just a glimpse 👀

The full recording goes deeper into:
• Breaking down AED concepts so they’re easy to teach 🧠
• Clearing up common misconceptions✅
• Understanding differences between devices 🔍
• Giving you clearer, more confident answers in class 💬

The recording is now available exclusively to NIFAT members 🔒

Watch it inside the member portal 👇🏽

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Not all PD is created equal—and this is proof. 🔥The NIFAT Pre-Conference Workshops aren’t “sit-and-listen” sessions. The...
09/04/2026

Not all PD is created equal—and this is proof. 🔥

The NIFAT Pre-Conference Workshops aren’t “sit-and-listen” sessions. They’re hands-on, practical workshops designed to help you meet your PD requirements and actually leave with skills you’ll use the very next day. 💡

If you’re a trainer who cares about your craft… who leads… who wants to get better—this is for you. 🙌🏼

Here’s what you can expect:
- Practical, interactive learning (not theory for theory’s sake) 🛠️
- Useful tools, real strategies, and fresh ideas you can apply immediately 📌  
- Meaningful industry connection with trainers who are doing the work 🤝

What you’ll walk away with:
- More confidence in your delivery and impact 💪
- New techniques and resources to elevate your sessions 📚
- Clear next steps to step into the next version of yourself as a trainer 🚀

When was the last time you invested in your professional development? ⏳

Limited tickets available for our pre-conference hands-on practical workshops—book yours now! 🎟️✨

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Thanks to all who joined us for tonight’s webinar, we hope to see on the next one 🎓Wishing everyone a safe Easter break...
02/04/2026

Thanks to all who joined us for tonight’s webinar, we hope to see on the next one 🎓

Wishing everyone a safe Easter break. 🐣

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27/03/2026

📣 MEMBERS DRAW WINNER IS…

Murray G, from WA. 🎉🎉🎉

A huge congratulations to Murray who is the winner of our members draw Easter hamper 🐣

Wishing our community of over 600 members a very safe & happy Easter and looking forward to seeing some new faces at our scheduled PD events & conference this year! 🙌🏼

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AEDs aren’t just “shock advised” or “no shock advised.” ❤️‍🩹⚡️If you’ve ever been asked a tricky AED question mid class ...
27/03/2026

AEDs aren’t just “shock advised” or “no shock advised.” ❤️‍🩹⚡️

If you’ve ever been asked a tricky AED question mid class and thought… how do I explain this?… this session is for you.

AEDs: Level Up Webinar
🗓️ 2 April 2026
⏰ 6.00pm AEST
💻 Live via Zoom

Presented by Andy Panes, founder of NIFAT.

In this session, Andy will cover some of the commonly asked questions students ask about AEDs. He will dispel myths and misconceptions and provide an overview of the current AED market. 🔍📊

Andy will be covering:
• AED’s: Are all models equal?
• SAED/FAED: Do you have a semi or a fully?
• Purchasing: What should be considered?
• Supply Chain: Why all the current issues?
• AED Basics: How they work
• Myths: All the stuff trainers make up
• Q&A: Stupid questions encouraged 🙋‍♀️💬🙋‍♂️

This webinar is part of our NIFAT member professional development series.🎓

Will you be joining us? https://www.nifat.com.au/upcoming-events/ 

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📣Infant CPR guidelines have recently been updated in the United States 👶🫀 So what do trainers in Australia actually need...
18/03/2026

📣Infant CPR guidelines have recently been updated in the United States 👶🫀

So what do trainers in Australia actually need to know?

We’ve pulled together a quick, practical breakdown covering:
✅ What has changed in the US
✅ What this means for Australian trainers
✅ How to handle questions from learners in class 🧑‍🏫💬

It’s a simple read — but a really useful one given how much CPR content is circulating online 📱🔁

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.nifat.com.au/infant-cpr-changes-in-the-united-states/

Have you had participants bring this up in your classes yet? 🤔👇

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🐰 EASTER GIVEAWAY 🐰A little gift for our members- no guessing games, no tagging, just a straight-up thank you for your ...
16/03/2026

🐰 EASTER GIVEAWAY 🐰

A little gift for our members- no guessing games, no tagging, just a straight-up thank you for your support 🫶🏽

We’re giving one lucky member the chance to win this gorgeous Easter hamper 🐣

How to enter: simply be a member (that’s it!) ✅
Winner announced: Monday 23rd March 📣
Delivery: We’ll post it straight to the winner 💌

Not a member yet? Join now so you’re in the draw! ✨

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