First Aid in Education & Care Setting

Specialized Training for Teachers & Childcare Workers • Infant CPR • Asthma & Anaphylaxis Management

HLTAID012 First Aid in Education & Care Setting

The HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting course is specifically designed for educators, childcare workers, teachers, and support staff who work with children and infants. This comprehensive training extends beyond standard first aid to include specialized pediatric emergency response, legal requirements for educational settings, and management of common childhood medical conditions.

Education-Specific Training Focus

This course addresses the unique challenges and responsibilities faced by education professionals when caring for children in their facilities.

Infant Care

Specialized techniques for babies under 12 months

Child Safety

Age-appropriate first aid for toddlers and children

School Environment

Playground, classroom, and activity-specific scenarios

Legal Compliance

Duty of care and documentation requirements

Age-Specific First Aid Techniques

Infants (0-12 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Children (4+ years)

Comprehensive Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of HLTAID012, participants will demonstrate competency in providing first aid response specifically tailored to education and care environments, with emphasis on child safety and legal compliance.

Core Competencies Include:

Pediatric CPR: Age-appropriate resuscitation techniques for infants, toddlers, and children
Asthma Management: Recognition, response, and medication administration protocols
Anaphylaxis Response: Severe allergic reaction identification and EpiPen administration
Common Childhood Injuries: Falls, cuts, burns, and playground-related incidents
Medical Emergency Recognition: Seizures, diabetic events, and respiratory distress
Infection Control: Prevention and management in group care settings
Documentation Requirements: Incident reporting and communication with parents/guardians
Legal Responsibilities: Duty of care, consent, and emergency contact procedures

Regulatory Compliance & Industry Requirements

National Quality Standards

Meets requirements for Quality Area 2 - Children's Health and Safety under the National Quality Framework for early childhood education and care.

State Education Departments

Complies with state and territory education department requirements for first aid qualified staff in schools and education facilities.

ACECQA Guidelines

Approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority for childcare and early learning center compliance.

Workplace Health & Safety

Satisfies SafeWork Australia requirements for first aid provision in educational and care workplaces.

Assessment & Practical Components

The HLTAID012 course includes comprehensive practical assessment designed specifically for education and care settings. Participants demonstrate competency through realistic scenarios that reflect actual workplace situations.

Assessment Elements:

Infant and child CPR demonstration with age-appropriate techniques
Asthma and anaphylaxis emergency response scenarios
Playground injury assessment and first aid application
EpiPen and asthma inhaler administration procedures
Communication with emergency services and parents
Incident documentation and reporting protocols
Infection control and hygiene practices
Knowledge assessment covering legal responsibilities

Specialized Equipment & Techniques

Training includes hands-on experience with specialized pediatric equipment and age-specific modification of standard first aid techniques to ensure effective care for different developmental stages.

Equipment Training:

Pediatric AED pads and energy settings
EpiPen Jr. and adult EpiPen administration
Spacer devices for asthma medication delivery
Child-appropriate bandaging and immobilization
Temperature monitoring equipment
Emergency communication systems

$110.00 $95.00

Education Specialist Certification • Same Day Certificate

Course Information

Duration:

7 Hours

Certificate:

Same Day

Validity:

3 Years

CPR Renewal:

12 Months

Code:

HLTAID012

Group Rates:

Available

Includes:

CPR + First Aid

Education Group Bookings

Special rates for schools, childcare centers, and education facilities.

On-site training available for education facilities

Certification Includes

HLTAID012 Certificate
HLTAID011 First Aid
HLTAID009 CPR
Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
Digital Certificates
Training Resources
Industry Recognition

All Available Courses

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CPR Training (HLTAID009)

Adult, child & infant CPR techniques
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training
Choking management for all ages
Same-day digital certification
Annual renewal requirement
Perfect for workplace compliance
No written examination required
Practical assessment only

$90.00 $45.00

Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)

Adult, child & infant CPR techniques
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training
Choking management for all ages
Same-day digital certification
Annual renewal requirement
Perfect for workplace compliance
No written examination required
Practical assessment only

$110.00 $95.00

First Aid in Education (HLTAID012)

Adult, child & infant CPR techniques
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training
Choking management for all ages
Same-day digital certification
Annual renewal requirement
Perfect for workplace compliance
No written examination required
Practical assessment only

$110.00 $95.00

Why Choose Specialized Education Training?

Working with children requires specialized knowledge, techniques, and legal understanding that standard first aid doesn’t cover

Pediatric Expertise

Age-specific techniques for infants and children that differ significantly from adult first aid procedures and require specialized training.

Legal Compliance

Meet regulatory requirements for education and care settings, including duty of care obligations and documentation standards.

Common Conditions

Specialized training in asthma, anaphylaxis, and other medical conditions commonly encountered in educational environments.

Family Communication

Learn effective communication strategies with parents, guardians, and emergency services during crisis situations.

Prevention Focus

Understand risk identification and injury prevention strategies specific to education and care environments.

Professional Development

Enhance your qualifications and career prospects in education with nationally recognised specialist certification.

Compare Our First Aid Courses

Course Feature	HLTAID009 CPR	HLTAID011 First Aid	HLTAID012 First Aid
Duration	2 Hours	6 Hours	7 Hours
CPR Training	✔ Full CPR	✔ Full CPR	✔ Full CPR + First Aid
First Aid Skills	Basic only	✔ Comprehensive	✔ Comprehensive
Wound Management	✖ Not included	✔ Advanced techniques	✔ Advanced techniques
Medical Emergencies	✖ Not included	✔ Full coverage	✔ Full coverage
Workplace Compliance	Limited	✔ Full compliance	✔ Full compliance
Price	$45	$95	$95

Education Professional Testimonials

Exceptional training tailored specifically for our childcare center. The infant CPR techniques and asthma management protocols have given our entire team confidence in emergency situations.

Jennifer L.

Childcare Director

As a primary school teacher, this course was invaluable. The playground injury scenarios and communication strategies with parents were particularly helpful and realistic.

Michael R.

Primary School Teacher

The legal compliance component was excellent. Understanding our duty of care responsibilities and proper documentation procedures gives me peace of mind in my role.

Sarah K.

Education Support Officer

Professional instructors with real education experience. The EpiPen training was thorough, and I feel prepared to handle anaphylaxis emergencies confidently.

Emma T.

Kindergarten Teacher

Highly recommend for any education professional. The age-specific techniques and specialized scenarios make this so much more relevant than standard first aid.

David P.

School Principal

Great course structure combining theory with hands-on practice. The infant choking and CPR techniques were clearly explained and well-demonstrated.

Lisa M.