HLTAID012 - Early Childhood First Aid Training
COURSE OVERVIEW
HLTAID012 – First Aid for Early Childhood and Education Settings
Delivered by Community Languages Victoria (CLV) in partnership with CPR First Aid, a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 21903), this nationally recognised course is designed for teachers, staff and volunteers working with young children.
✔ Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment upon successful completion
✔ Delivered by qualified trainers with practical, face-to-face assessment
✔ Discounted CLV rates exclusively for community language school staff and volunteers
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting has been approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and satisfies the first aid requirements under the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
The course provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to respond to emergency situations involving infants, children and adults, including CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis management, until medical assistance arrives.
Please note
This course includes HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
You do not need to book the separate CPR course if you are enrolling in this course.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is suitable for:
- Early childhood educators
- Kindergarten teachers
- Preschool teachers
- Community language school teachers working with young children
- Classroom assistants
- Volunteers
- Child Safety Officers
- School leaders
TOPICS COVERED
- Perform CPR on adult, child and infant manikins
- Place a casualty in the recovery position
- Manage an unconscious breathing casualty
- Respond to choking, regurgitation and vomiting
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), including paediatric pads
- Respond to simulated first aid scenarios in education and community settings
- Treat allergic reactions, asthma emergencies and anaphylaxis
- Apply first aid procedures for common childhood illnesses and injuries
- Understand legal responsibilities and workplace procedures
- Complete written and verbal incident reports
DELIVERY MODE
This course consists of:
- Online theory and assessment (must be completed before attending the practical session)
- 3.5-hour face-to-face practical session
Participants who do not complete the online component before the deadline will not be permitted to attend the practical training.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
Community Languages Victoria is committed to making this training as accessible as possible.
During registration, participants will be asked whether they require any language, literacy, numeracy or digital (LLND) support. This information allows us to notify the training provider in advance so that appropriate assistance can be arranged where required.
⚠️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS
- A valid USI (Unique Student Identifier) is required to receive certification.
- Online theory and assessment must be completed before attending the practical session.
- Participants must attend the session they have booked.
- Please ensure your full legal name matches your identification and USI records.
BOOKING TERMS
To confirm participant numbers with the training provider, all bookings are final and non-refundable.
If you are unable to attend, you may request a transfer to another available session (subject to availability) for a $25 administration fee.
SESSION DETAILS
Sunday 8 November 2026
10:00 am – 1:45 pm
Arrival: Please arrive by 9:45 am to allow sufficient time for registration.
⚠️ Places are strictly limited to 24 participants.
COST
$120 per person
Location
CO.AS.IT
44 University Street, Carlton VIC 3053
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