GOTAFE
2 Days
This 2-day first aid course equips early childhood workers and educators with essential skills to respond to medical emergencies in children, including CPR, asthma, and anaphylactic reactions. Ideal for professionals working in education and care settings.
Participants must be able to kneel and lie on the floor for assessment tasks and wear suitable clothing. Students require access to a laptop/computer with internet access, a digital camera or video camera for assessment tasks, and general stationery. There are no formal academic prerequisites, though basic English language proficiency is recommended.
The course covers the core unit HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting. Content includes first aid response procedures aligned with Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines, management of asthma and anaphylactic emergencies in children, CPR techniques for infants and children, and practical assessment of first aid competencies. The course combines pre-learning reading and activities with a 4-hour practical class on campus.
GOTAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3094) delivering accredited vocational education across Northern Victoria. The course is delivered by experienced trainers and aligns with Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and recognition across education and care settings.
This qualification supports career progression for early childhood workers, educators, and professionals in outside school hours care and vacation programs. It fulfills mandatory first aid training requirements in education and care settings, enhancing employment prospects and professional credibility. Graduates can apply these skills across childcare centres, schools, and community care organisations.
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