HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting

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Enhance Childcare Skills: HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting in Parramatta

Start your journey towards becoming a certified first aider with NSTA Auburn’s “HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting in Parramatta”. This course is specifically designed to meet the comprehensive needs of individuals working with children in various care settings. Enrol today to gain the essential skills and accreditation required by ACECQA, ensuring you are fully equipped to handle first aid situations in childcare environments.

HLTAID012 First Aid Training in Parramatta for Childcare Professionals

Begin your journey towards advanced childcare first aid proficiency with NSTA Auburn™. Our HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting course is specially designed for professionals in the childcare and early childhood education sectors. Accredited by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA), this course delves into critical areas such as anaphylaxis, asthma, and general first aid, addressing child-specific emergencies with a focus on high-risk scenarios. The curriculum includes both theoretical e-Learning and practical, face-to-face training sessions, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Through practical assessments and a written test, including a CPR demonstration, participants will be thoroughly prepared to handle emergencies. Enrol at NSTA Auburn™ today to master the essential first aid skills required in any educational and care setting.

Mapping: HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (superseded HLTAID004 Provide An Emergency First Aid Response In An Education And Care Setting).

Nationally Accredited Course

This course is specifically designed to meet the needs of people working in the childcare and early childhood learning industry. This course is tailored towards anyone working with children. It covers child-specific first aid in many high-risk areas such as anaphylaxis and asthma as well as common injuries and resuscitation. The Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA) has endorsed this course as meeting their requirements for anaphylaxis, asthma, and first aid training.

Assessment is through a combination of practical first aid activities and a written test paper. You will be required to demonstrate CPR on a manikin on the floor.

Course Outline
The Child Care First Aid course presents the following key skills and knowledge:

  • Recognise and assess an emergency situation
  • Ensure safety for self, bystanders and casualty
  • Assess the casualty and recognise the need for First Aid response
  • Seek assistance from emergency services
  • Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with the guidelines established by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC)
  • Provide First Aid in accordance with established First Aid principles
  • Ensure casualty feels safe, secure and supported
  • Obtain consent from casualty where possible
  • Use available resources and equipment to make the casualty as comfortable as possible
  • Operate First Aid equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions
  • Monitor the condition of the casualty and respond in accordance with First Aid principles
  • Accurately convey incident details to emergency services
  • Report details of incident in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures
  • Complete applicable workplace or site documentation, including incident report form
  • Report details of incidents involving infants and children to parents or caregivers
  • Follow appropriate workplace or site procedures to report serious incidents to the regulatory authority
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records and information in line with statutory or organisational policies
  • Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required
  • Contribute to a review of the First Aid response as required.

Course Code: HLTAID012
Course Title: Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Mode of Delivery: E-learning plus face-to-face classroom training and assessment
Duration: Complete E-Learning, and
1-day attendance for practical assessment, or
2-day face-to-face training sessions available


Course Format: This is a blended course with self-paced online learning (e-learning) and face-to-face training. Before attending the face-to-face training, students need to complete their e-learning, which can be done in one sitting or over several sessions. Depending on the student’s learning ability, they should allow up to 6 hours for reading and e-learning. Face-to-face training and assessment takes 5 hours in a classroom environment.
Assessment: Written, practical and scenario-based assessment
Age Requirement: Minimum age is 14 Years
Certificate Valid: Competencies included on Statement of Attainment
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting – Valid for 36 months (3 years ) from the date of course completion
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid – Valid for 36 months (3 years) from the date of course completion
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support – Valid for 36 months (3 years) from the date of course completion
HLATID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation – Valid for 12 months from the date of course completion.

Begin your journey towards mastery in childcare first aid with NSTA Auburn™. Our course, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting in Parramatta, is meticulously tailored to comply with ACECQA’s rigorous standards. This ensures that you are thoroughly prepared to administer first aid effectively within childcare settings. Contact us today, and allow NSTA Auburn™ to empower you with the vital skills needed to ensure safety and competence in educational and care environments.

Contact NSTA Auburn™ – Your Trusted Partner in First Aid Education:

At NSTA Auburn™, your journey to mastering childcare first aid starts with our expertly crafted HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting in Parramatta. As a proud part of NSTA™, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32292), we are dedicated to providing high-quality education that meets the most stringent industry standards. Ensuring your safety and competence in first aid within educational and care settings is our utmost priority. Reach out to our dedicated team today for inquiries, guidance, or to enrol. Let NSTA Auburn™ equip you with the essential skills needed for a safer tomorrow.

Ready to take the next step in your first aid training? Enrol in the HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting course offered by NSTA Auburn™, located in Auburn, NSW. We also deliver training in Parramatta, NSW, and surrounding areas. For more information or to speak directly with our training coordinators, you can reach us at:

Join us at NSTA Auburn™ and become proficient in childcare first aid, ensuring you’re prepared to act confidently in any situation. We look forward to welcoming you to our training community and helping you achieve your first aid certification.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Nationally Accredited Training: This course is nationally accredited and recognised by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA).
  • Tailored Content: Specifically designed for individuals working in childcare and early childhood learning environments.
  • Child-Specific First Aid: Covers crucial first aid procedures for anaphylaxis, asthma, and common injuries that are specific to children.
  • ACECQA Endorsement: Our curriculum is endorsed by ACECQA, ensuring it meets the high standards required for childcare first aid training.
  • Practical Skills Assessment: Includes practical assessments to ensure competency in CPR and other vital first aid skills, preparing you to act confidently in real-world situations.
  • Blended Learning Options: Offers a combination of e-Learning and face-to-face training, allowing for flexible learning that fits your schedule.
  • Certification: Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate valid for 36 months, certifying your ability to handle emergency situations effectively.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: The course provides a detailed outline of essential skills and knowledge needed to manage emergencies, including the legal responsibilities of a first aider.
  • Continuous Improvement: You will have the opportunity to contribute to the review and improvement of the first aid response procedures.
  • Quality Education: Delivered by NSTA Auburn, part of NSTA Sydney, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32292), ensuring that the education you receive is of the highest quality and aligned with industry standards.
  • Enrol at NSTA Auburn™ today to gain the skills necessary to provide effective first aid in childcare and early childhood learning settings. Equip yourself with the knowledge to ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care.

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