HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
The skills every educator hopes never to use, but must be ready for.
Nationally recognised first aid training specifically designed for the childcare and education sector. Covers first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis management for infants, children, and adults — meeting compliance requirements under the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations.
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HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
About this course
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children, and adults, in line with guidelines set by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other national peak clinical bodies. It's designed for anyone working in early childhood education and care — including outside school hours care and vacation programs — as well as parents and carers of young children.
This course is delivered as a skill set, including:
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HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
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HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
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HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What you'll be able to do
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Recognise and manage asthma and anaphylactic emergencies (including inhaler and EpiPen/Anapen use)
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Apply first aid for common childhood conditions — including choking, bleeding, shock, febrile convulsions, fractures, and burns
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Recognise and manage asthma and anaphylactic emergencies (including inhaler and Adrenaline device use)
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Apply first aid for common childhood conditions — including choking, bleeding, shock, febrile convulsions, fractures, and burns
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Meet compliance requirements under the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations
Training formats
Face-to-Face
A fully hands-on 7.5-hour session with no pre-learning required. Delivered in small groups with direct trainer guidance, using adult, infant and child manikins throughout.
Blended (Online + Practical)
Complete 3-4 hours of self-paced online learning, then attend a 3-hour practical session to demonstrate your skills. Ideal for those who want to minimise time away from work or home.
Choose the format that fits your schedule
Time on the day
Pre-learning
Best for
Face-to-Face Blended
7.5 hours 3 hours
None 3 - 4 hours online,
self-paced
Full hands-on Minimising time
experience in one away from work/
setting home
Both formats are trainer-led, use adult, infant and child manikins, and deliver the same certified outcome
How you're assessed
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Practical: 2 minutes of continuous, uninterrupted CPR on an adult and child manikin (floor-based), an infant CPR demonstration, and correct AED operation, first aid skills covering a range of issues.
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Theory: A multiple choice knowledge check confirming knowledge
What to know before you book
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No prior experience needed — we start from scratch
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Minimum age 14 (guardian consent required for under-18s)
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A valid USI is required to receive your certification
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CPR must be performed on the floor with no exemptions, in order for an accredited certificate to be issued
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Wear comfortable clothing — practical sessions may involve kneeling, bending, and lying on the floor; pants and flat shoes are recommended
Certification
On successful completion, you'll receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTAID012, valid for 3 years. In line with the Code of Practice and Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, we recommend refreshing your CPR skills annually.
First Aid and Fire delivers this training and assessment as an approved third-party provider on behalf of Healthcorp Pty Ltd (RTO ID 91222). All qualifications and Statements of Attainment are issued by Healthcorp Pty Ltd in accordance with ASQA standards.