First Aid in Education Setting
HLTAID012 Training
📍 Sippy Downs | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Nationally recognised course tailored for educators, childcare professionals, and school staff. Delivering practical training that meets ACECQA and school compliance standards with same-day digital certificates.
🧠 What You'll Learn
- Respond to medical emergencies in education and childcare settings
- Provide CPR and use AED confidently on children and adults
- Handle asthma, anaphylaxis, choking, and seizures effectively
- Understand duty of care and legal requirements in schools
- Manage unconscious patients and breathing difficulties
- Complete wound care and fracture management
- Document incidents and communicate with emergency services
- Apply child-specific first aid techniques and considerations
🎯 Who Is This Course For?
- 👩🏫 Primary & Secondary School Teachers
- 🧸 Childcare & Early Learning Centre Staff
- 🧑🏫 Teaching Assistants and Support Workers
- 📚 OOSH Educators & Program Coordinators
- 🏫 School Principals and Administrative Staff
- 👶 Family Day Care Providers
- 🎨 Specialist Education Teachers (Art, PE, Music)
- 🚌 School Bus Drivers and Transport Staff
Why Choose IRFA for HLTAID012 Training?
Comprehensive education-focused first aid training with industry-leading expertise
ACECQA Compliant
Meets all Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority requirements for childcare staff certification
Same Day Certificate
Digital Statement of Attainment issued immediately upon successful completion - start work tomorrow
Expert Instructors
Qualified trainers with education sector experience and current emergency response backgrounds
Child-Focused Training
Specialized scenarios covering infant, child, and adolescent emergencies specific to education environments
Modern Facilities
State-of-the-art training centre in Sippy Downs with latest equipment and realistic simulation environments
Group Discounts
Special rates for schools and childcare centres booking multiple staff members together
📅 Secure Your Spot Today
Book your HLTAID012 First Aid in Education Setting training - limited spaces available
💬 Hear From Our Students
Rated ★★★★★ on Google by hundreds of educators and childcare professionals
Peter Underwood2025-05-15 Peter is an excellent teacher, informative, knowledgeable and makes the course fun and enjoyable. 6 years + learning from Pete now. Holly Dowdall2025-04-21 Did my first aid course with Peter today - he was awesome, very knowledgeable, made the course enjoyable and easy to understand. Definitely recommend ! Julius Mather2025-04-14 Great first aid course, helpful & informative 👍🏽 Clare Garner2025-04-14 Senarios that are given are very helpful to understand why and how proceedures/actions need to be performed. I feel confident I am competent to act if needed. Harry Pyper2025-03-31 The First Aid and CPR course was excellent—clear, hands-on, and engaging. Peter was knowledgeable and made complex skills easy to understand. Highly recommend for anyone wanting their First Aid and CPR certification. Mark Coles2025-03-26 Fantastic course, highly recommended Sue Rashleigh2025-03-16 A fun and informative learning environment. The instructor (Peter) is incredibly knowledgeable and lots of fun, made the course very enjoyable and was more than happy to answer any questions or concerns. Plus he made us coffee AND supplied Tim Tams so win-win! Highly recommend this course provider. Kayla Haggett2025-03-14 Peter is such a knowledgeable man. He really knows his stuff but also has a down to earth personality making the first aid course fun. Would highly recommend this course!!
Education Sector Compliance & Requirements
Meeting mandatory first aid requirements for Australian education and childcare
🏛️ ACECQA Standards
Meets National Quality Standard Element 2.3.4 requiring adequate first aid qualified educators on premises during operating hours
📋 Department of Education
Satisfies state education department requirements for school staff first aid qualifications and emergency response protocols
⚖️ Work Health & Safety
Complies with WHS regulations requiring adequate first aid facilities and trained personnel in educational workplaces
🛡️ Duty of Care
Provides legal protection through proper training in emergency response procedures and documentation requirements
Comprehensive Course Content
Four hours of intensive, hands-on training covering all education-specific scenarios
🚨 Emergency Response Skills
- Scene assessment and hazard identification in schools
- Primary and secondary patient assessment techniques
- Effective communication with emergency services
- Coordinating with school administration during incidents
- Managing multiple casualties and crowd control
- Documentation and incident reporting procedures
👶 Child-Specific Conditions
- Paediatric CPR for infants, children, and adolescents
- Anaphylaxis recognition and EpiPen administration
- Asthma management and inhaler assistance
- Choking response for different age groups
- Seizure management and recovery positioning
- Playground and sports injury management
🏛️ Delivered by IRFA (RTO #32154)
Industrial Relations & First Aid is a nationally registered training organisation with certified instructors and fully accredited course delivery. All participants receive a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion, valid for three years (CPR component requires annual renewal). Our training meets Australian Skills Quality Authority standards and is recognised by all education authorities.
Training Schedule & Investment
Convenient morning sessions designed around education sector schedules
Morning Sessions
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Perfect for before school preparation or weekend professional development
Competitive Pricing
$120 per person
Group discounts available for 5+ participants from same organisation
Regular Scheduling
Weekly sessions available
Special arrangements for school holiday intensive courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely. HLTAID012 is mapped to national training standards and fully meets ACECQA requirements for childcare staff. The certification is recognised by all Australian education authorities and satisfies legal first aid requirements for schools and early learning centres.
Yes, HLTAID012 includes HLTAID009 (CPR) and HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid) as prerequisite units. You'll receive comprehensive CPR training specifically focused on paediatric techniques required for education settings. No need to book separate CPR training.
Your HLTAID012 Statement of Attainment is valid for three years. However, the CPR component (HLTAID009) requires annual renewal to maintain currency. We recommend annual refresher training to ensure skills remain sharp and current with best practice guidelines.
Our purpose-built training facility is located in Sippy Downs, easily accessible from the Sunshine Coast University precinct. Exact address and parking instructions are provided upon booking confirmation. The venue features modern simulation equipment and comfortable learning environments.
Yes, we offer on-site group training for schools and childcare centres with 5+ participants. This includes customised scenarios relevant to your specific facility and can be scheduled during pupil-free days or outside operating hours. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Bring comfortable clothes suitable for practical exercises, a notepad for personal notes, and valid identification. All training materials, mannequins, and equipment are provided. We recommend bringing a water bottle and light snack for the short break during the 4-hour session.
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Same-day digital certificates • RTO 32154 compliance • Expert instruction • ACECQA approved • Workplace accepted nationwide