Course overview

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting addresses paediatric first aid across a range of high-risk scenarios, including anaphylaxis, asthma, common injuries and resuscitation. This course has been endorsed by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) as meeting their requirements for anaphylaxis, asthma and first aid training in education and care settings. Training is delivered by qualified paramedics with real-world emergency experience.

What participants will learn

• CPR and AED operation for adults, children and infants
• Anaphylaxis recognition and management
• Asthma management in children
• Paediatric emergency scenarios
• Wound care, bleeding control and burns
• Fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
• Incident reporting and documentation
• Industry-specific emergency management

Assessment requirements

Assessment for HLTAID012 includes an online theory component and a practical skills assessment conducted in person. Participants must demonstrate competency across paediatric first aid scenarios including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma management. There are no written exams.

Entry and prerequisite requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for HLTAID012. This course is open to all participants aged 14 years and over. It is particularly suited to those working in regulated education and care settings.

Group and workplace training

First Line Training Co offers flexible group training for education and care teams. We can deliver training at your centre, school or a venue of your choice. Group pricing is available — contact us to discuss your team size, preferred dates and location.

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