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HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

This course contains HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

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Accredited First Aid & CPR Training in Bundaberg, Brisbane & Hervey Bay

BDA Training offers nationally recognised First Aid and CPR courses designed for workplaces, schools, and community groups across Queensland. Whether you’re updating your certificate or completing training for the first time, our expert trainers provide practical, real-world skills to save lives.

HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting

This nationally recognised course is designed for educators and support staff who are required to respond to first aid emergencies in childcare, school, and early childhood environments. Training is aligned with the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, national peak clinical bodies, and workplace/legal requirements.

What You Will Learn

  • Identifying illness or injury and accessing emergency services

  • Providing safe and effective first aid treatment using action plans, equipment, and resources

  • CPR and defibrillation for adults, children, and infants

  • Managing anaphylaxis (use of autoinjector) and asthma emergencies

  • Immobilisation for envenomation, fractures, dislocations, sprains, and strains

  • Controlling bleeding, shock, and other common childhood emergencies

  • Recognising psychological impacts and supporting children in distress

  • Communicating incident details to parents, caregivers, and emergency services

  • Completing incident reports and participating in debriefing for continuous improvement

Units Delivered

On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment in:

  • HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

  • HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support (BELS)

  • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

Course Delivery Options

  • Online + Face-to-Face Assessment
    Pre-course online study plus at least 6 hours in-class practical assessment.
    Best suited for learners confident with computers and online study.

  • Face-to-Face
    At least 12 hours (2 days) of in-person training and assessment.
    Recommended for learners who prefer a practical, hands-on environment or have limited computer access.

Entry Requirements

  • Physical capacity to perform practical tasks such as 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor.

  • For online study: access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet connection.

Assessment

  • Practical Tasks & Scenarios:

    • CPR on adult, child, and infant (including AED and recovery position)

    • Managing asthma, anaphylaxis, choking, bleeding, fractures, sprains, strains, envenomation, and other emergencies

    • Completing first aid incident reports

  • Written Assessment: Multiple-choice questions (verbal options available for accessibility).

Certificate Renewal

  • Industry recommendation: every 3 years (with CPR updated annually).

Learner Rights & Support

Enrolment is through Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the Student Handbook for details on learner rights, responsibilities, complaints, and appeals.

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