HLTAID012
Course overview
HLTAID012 (Release 2) supersedes HLTAID004 for educators and support staff in early childhood and school-age care who must respond to first aid emergencies involving infants and children. Aligns with ARC and national clinical peak-body guidelines.
What you’ll learn
- Recognise and assess emergencies; protect self, bystanders and casualties.
- Perform CPR on infant, child and adult manikins; use an AED.
- Respond to anaphylaxis, asthma, bleeding, choking, envenomation, fractures and shock.
- Communicate with emergency services and caregivers; review incidents and psychological impacts.
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
- Completion of Australian Year 12 (or an overseas equivalent). Depending on nationality, Year 11 equivalent may be accepted — confirm with admissions before you enrol.
- Mature-age applicants without a formal secondary credential complete Axis Institute’s LLN / English placement assessment.
English language proficiency
All applicants complete Axis Institute’s Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills check (online LLN Robot). For Certificate III and above, one of the following is typically required:
- IELTS overall band 6.0 (or an accepted equivalent such as PTE), or
- Evidence of Advanced-level English, or
- A satisfactory result on Axis Institute’s internal English placement test.
Common exemptions (confirm with admissions): full-time secondary / ELICOS / research pathways; five or more years of study in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or Ireland; passport holders from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Ireland; recent Australian study in English at Senior Secondary or AQF Certificate IV+ while holding a student visa.
Course outline — core units
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Assessment
Simulated practicals including CPR on adult, child and infant manikins and AED use, plus knowledge assessment.
Possible career outcomes
- Early childhood educator first aid compliance
- OSHC / vacation care staff
Fees & payment options
Course fees can be paid in person, by phone, internet banking, or credit card (Visa / Mastercard). Indicative international tuition is published on the Resources page and may change — contact admissions for a current quote for your intake.
| Option | How it works |
|---|---|
| Pay in full | Single upfront payment by bank transfer or card. |
| Payment plan | Weekly, fortnightly, monthly or per-term instalments (terms apply). |
| Direct debit | Scheduled withdrawals from a nominated account. |
Contact: info@axisinstitute.edu.au · 07 2102 3553 (Brisbane) · 02 8358 7277 (Sydney)
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and English evidence.
- Submit an online enquiry / application or the international student form.
- Complete LLND assessment and any interviews requested by admissions.
- Receive offer, pay fees per your payment plan, and arrange CoE / visa steps if applicable.
- Attend orientation and commence on your intake date.
See also Application process and International students.