The DRSABCD action plan and responding to an emergency
Learn how to quickly assess and respond to an emergency scene using the DRSABCD protocol — a proven approach for managing life-threatening situations safely and effectively.
COURSE OUTLINE
HLTAID012
Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
Duration
Pre-learning: Up to 2.5 hrs online
Express: 2.5 hrs in person
Standard: 4-6 hrs in person
Express: 2.5 hrs in person
Standard: 4-6 hrs in person
Delivery
Face-to-face and blended
Overview
This nationally accredited course (HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting) equips you with the skills to respond confidently to a wide range of emergencies in childcare, school, and community environments.
Training is practical and engaging, with a focus on infants and children. You’ll learn how to perform CPR, safely use an AED, and manage asthma, anaphylaxis, and common childhood injuries in line with Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
Course Outline
This nationally accredited course (HLTAID012) provides the skills to respond to first aid emergencies involving children and infants in education and care settings. Training is practical and hands-on, covering CPR, AED use, asthma, anaphylaxis, and common injuries in line with ARC guidelines. By the end, you’ll be confident and prepared to act quickly when it matters most.
Managing Unconscious Casualties (Adults, Children & Infants)
Understand how to safely care for unresponsive individuals across all age groups, with a focus on infants and young children.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Using a Defibrillator (AED)
Learn how to perform life-saving chest compressions and rescue breaths, and safely operate an AED when every second counts.
Infection Control and Legal Responsibilities
Develop safe hygiene habits and gain awareness of your legal obligations when providing first aid.
Recognise and Manage Common Medical Conditions & Injuries
Identify and respond to a wide range of childhood emergencies including:
- Anaphylaxis
- Asthma
- Bleeding
- Choking
- Burns
- Seizures
- Spinal injuries
- Fractures
- Heat stroke
- Hypothermia
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
First Aid Incident Reporting
Gain confidence in giving verbal updates and preparing accurate written reports during and after an incident.
Both Express and Standard are delivered in a blended format, combining pre-course online learning with a face-to-face component.
EXPRESS (suitable for those renewing their qualification)
Pre-course online learning: Up to 2.5 hours
Face-to-face: 2.5 hours
STANDARD (suitable for those who haven’t completed this course before or want to refresh from the start)
Pre-course online learning: Up to 2.5 hours
Face-to-face: 4-6 hours
We run courses at multiple locations including Craigieburn, Kalkallo, Mickleham, Kilmore, Clayton and Mount Waverley, plus onsite training anywhere across Melbourne. Choose your preferred location when booking, or contact us to arrange onsite training for your workplace.
We accept Credit Card, Payment on the Day, Cash, PayID, and Direct Deposit.
Learners will require English language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) skills.
Nil – all learners welcome, no prior experience required
This course includes both theory and practical components. Guided by experienced paramedics, you’ll work through realistic scenarios tailored to the education and care environment. To successfully complete the course, learners must:
- Participate in all practical training
- Pass a short theory assessment
- Demonstrate effective CPR for at least two minutes on a manikin placed on the floor
Your nationally recognised Statement of Attainment is valid for 3 years. The HLTAID009 (CPR) component should be renewed every 12 months.
Certificates are issued by ABC First Aid RTO 3399, subject to successful completion of all course requirements and following internal processing.
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Standard
Express