CHCPRT025

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

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CHCPRT025 COURSE DESCRIPTION

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to respond to first aid emergencies involving adults, children and infants.


The course covers CPR, the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), asthma, anaphylaxis, choking, injuries, medical emergencies and incident reporting. Participants complete the theory online and attend a practical assessment at BEST Training in Bankstown.


This course is suitable for educators, childcare workers and other staff working in education and care settings. Successful participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

  • Who This Course Is For

    This course is suitable for:


    • Early Childhood Education and Care educators
    • OSHC and school-based staff
    • Teachers and support staff
    • NDIS, youth and community services workers
    • Anyone working in child-related roles who requires nationally recognised child protection training

  • What You Will Learn

    On successful completion, participants will be able to:


    * CPR for adults, children and infants

    * Using an automated external defibrillator (AED)

    * Responding to asthma and anaphylaxis

    * Managing choking and common injuries

    * Responding to first aid emergencies

    * Reporting and reviewing incidents


  • Online Learning & Access

    * Complete the theory online at your own pace

    * Access the course through Moodle

    * Attend a practical assessment at BEST Training

    * Receive support from your trainer

    * Complete all activities within the access period


  • Assessment & Certification

    • Complete the online theory and assessments.
    • Attend a practical assessment at BEST Training or, for group bookings, meet the trainer at the group’s location.
    • Demonstrate all required first aid and CPR skills.
    • Receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

  • Course Details

    • Course Code: HLTAID012
    • Delivery: Online theory and face-to-face practical assessment
    • Location: BEST Training, Bankstown, or an arranged group location
    • Certification: Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment
    • Practical Assessment: Mandatory

  • FAQs

    The full first aid course is current for three years. CPR refresher training should be completed every year.


  • AVETMISS & USI Requirements (Mandatory)

    As a Registered Training Organisation, BEST Training (RTO 40651) must collect AVETMISS-compliant data and a valid USI. Personal details and USI are required to issue a Statement of Attainment. Certificates cannot be issued without this information.

  • Enrolment – Start Instantly

    Enrol online and begin the theory component immediately. After completing the online learning, book your mandatory face-to-face practical assessment.

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