If you’re working in childcare or early learning in Perth, you’ve probably heard about the HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting course. But what exactly does it cover? This guide breaks down everything you and your team will learn — so you know exactly what to expect.
What Is HLTAID012 and Who Is It For?
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care Settings course is made especially for people who work with kids—whether you’re a full-time teacher at school, part-time helper, or part of the management team at a childcare centre, kindergarten, or early learning centre, school bus driver in anywhere in Australia. It gets you ready to handle medical emergencies that can happen with children.
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care Setting is made for educators and everyone who interacts with children regularly.
The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) recognizes HLTAID012 as an approved first aid qualification for educators and childcare providers:
HLTAID012 Course Overview: What’s Included in Childcare First Aid Training
Let’s take a look at what is actually included in HLTAID012 first aid course:
- Performing CPR in infants, children and adults
- Using a defibrillator (AED) when necessary
- Managing asthma and anaphylaxis response
- Responding to severe allergic reactions and use of EpiPens
- Caring for cuts, wounds and bleeds
- Assisting with choking
- Treating allergies in a group of children
- Management of snake bites and other rare emergencies
All of this is tailored to the situations you’ll face in childcare centres, schools and is in line with the latest Australian guidelines, so your team will be prepared for anything.
Does HLTAID012 include CPR? Yes, it’s included in HLTAID012
One of the most common questions we get is “Does HLTAID012 include CPR?” The answer is YES.
You or your team will learn:
- CPR techniques tailored for infants and children
- Adult CPR — because accidents happen to everyone
- The latest Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines
- Hands-on practice with different age mannequins
- How to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Does HLTAID012 include asthma and anaphylaxis? Yes, It’s Definitely included in HLTAID012
Another frequently asked question is about asthma and anaphylaxis training. HLTAID012 first aid course Perth has got you covered here too!
You or your team will learn:
- Recognition of asthma and anaphylaxis symptoms
- Emergency asthma management techniques
- EpiPen and anaphylaxis response procedures
- Action plan implementation
- Preventive measures and risk management
Anaphylaxis is a severe form of allergic reaction that is potentially life-threatening, especially if not treated immediately. Accoring to Australian Comission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, anaphylaxis hospital admissions increased by 35% in 2020s. Despite well-recognised guidelines, care is not always provided as recommended. In a study in eight Australian emergency departments, 27% of reactions consistent with anaphylaxis were not given adrenaline.
Download our quick reference materials that show asthma signs and symptoms, along with a safety action plan for yourself and for helping others. You’ll also find a short, easy-to-remember guide on how to use adrenaline injectors (EpiPen, Anapen) and take the correct actions for anaphylaxis.
Does HLTAID012 include HLTAID011?
HLTAID012 includes everything from HLTAID011 (general first aid) and more.
Here’s what you or your team will learn:
- Wound care control
- Choking incident management
- Poisoning response
- Allergic reaction handling in group settings
- Snake bites and more
What makes HLTAID012 first aid course truly special is its focus on childcare-specific situations. And the content of the course must be approved by Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines ARC.
Hands-On, Manual Practice for True Self-Confidence
Theory is important, but the HLTAID012 course focuses on practical learning. Expect hands-on training including:
- Simulated emergency scenarios
- Using a first aid kit, equipment confidently
- Coordination with the team during an incident
This approach will help you gain real confidence that you can act quickly and correctly when it matters.
According to Australian Government, “there must be evidence that the candidate has completed the following tasks in line with State/Territory regulations, first aid codes of practice, first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies and workplace or site procedures”. You can read the Assessment Requirements for HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting in details here.
Certification and Renewal Details for Australia
Important things to note about your certification:
- HLTAID012 is valid for three years
- CPR component needs annual renewal
- Recognized Australia-wide
- Meets all regulatory requirements for childcare settings
- Includes digital certification
After completing the HLTAID012 Childcare First Aid course, you will receive the certificate that includes:
HLTAID012 First Aid in an Education and Care Setting is valid for 3 years.
HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is valid for 1 year.
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
Why Choose HLTAID012 in Perth with WJS Training?
At WJS Training in Perth, we understand that every childcare centre is different and how it’s stressful to coordinate training for the whole staff. That’s why our HLTAID012 courses are:
- At your childcare or early learning centre. Yes, we come to your location!
- Fast and efficient, only 2h practice
- Flexible in group scheduling
- Delivered by experienced childcare first aid trainers
- Packed with relevant examples and equipments
- Designed to build confidence and competence
WJS Training helps you coordinate your teams wether it’s large or small. Mobile trainers have experience in training large groups as well, sending several coaches together and splitting up groups. Perfect for childcare centres, daycare, schools.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether your team is due for renewal or getting certified for the first time, HLTAID012 is a comprehensive ticket to childcare first aid proficiency. Remember, in childcare, being prepared isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s about having the confidence to handle any situation that comes your way and related to kids safety.
WJS Training makes the process of getting HLTAID012 certification easier by offering onsite groups trainings and only up to 2-hour practice and by helping to coordinate teams. No staff travel needed, no work operation disruption and flexible booking via our website or call.
Looking to book a course or have more questions? Reach out to WJS Training in Perth 0420521541 or admin@wjstraining.com.au.
We’re here to help you get your team certified without stress and operation gap and with maximum confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. I need to get certified with HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Care and Setting, but I do not know does it includes CPR or not. Does HLTAID012 include CPR?
Yes, the HLTAID012 (First Aid in Education and Care Settings) includes CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training. It includes CPR techniques tailored for infants and children, hands-on practice with different age mannequins, how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) with kids.
You will practice on baby dummies using only two fingers, then move on to baby dummies where you will use one hand, and finally to adult dummies where you will use both hands with full force. Each age group requires different pressures, different hand positions and different breathing techniques.
2. I work in childcare and I keep seeing both HLTAID011 and HLTAID012 first aid courses — which one do I actually need, and what’s the real difference?
HLTAID011 and HLTAID012 are both first aid qualifications, but HLTAID012 specializes in first aid in educational settings such as schools and children’s centers, while HLTAID011 is a more general first aid course. HLTAID012 includes all of the content of HLTAID011 and adds specialized training in responding to emergencies involving children, such as anaphylaxis, asthma, and febrile seizures.
3. Does HLTAID012 include asthma and anaphylaxis?
Yes, HLTAID012 includes basic of asthma and anaphylaxis management.You’ll learn how to spot when a kid can’t breathe properly or is having a bad allergic reaction, and how to use things like EpiPens and inhalers. But if you want to know more details, you can try an advanced course on asthma and anaphylaxis management.
4. How much hands-on practice is included in HLTAID012 training? Will my team feel prepared to use these skills in a real emergency?
Your team won’t just sit there listening to someone talk. You and your staff’ll actually get down on the floor and practice CPR on baby, kid, and adult mannequins. The mannequins tell you if you’re pushing too hard or too soft, so you know you’re doing it right.
You’ll also get to use the defibrillator machines kids versus adults and learn which buttons to press. We make you practice the same moves over and over until they feel confident. If something scary happens for real, your hands will know what to do without you having to think about it.
5. We need everyone certified, but time is tight — is HLTAID012 recognised across Australia and does it meet childcare compliance requirements?
Yes, WJS Training’s HLTAID012 course is nationally recognised and fully meets the legal and regulatory requirements for childcare and early education in Australia. It’s delivered through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90909 – Allens Training), so your certificate will be accepted anywhere in Australia. That means you’ll meet ACECQA standards, satisfy insurance policies, and stay compliant — whether you’re in Perth or anywhere else.
6. Our child care center operates on a busy schedule. How does onsite HLTAID012 training work, and can it fit around our daily operations?
WJS Training makes it easy. Our trainers come to your centre with all the gear and run the practical session right there — it usually takes about 2 hours. You can choose a time that suits your staff (even after hours or during slower parts of the day, weekends or weekdays). The online theory takes 4–6 hours and can be done beforehand, at each person’s own pace. It’s designed to avoid disruption — no one needs to leave the centre, and you don’t lose valuable time.
