Childcare

First Aid

At HERO, we understand the unique responsibilities of professionals who work with children.

Our course prepares you for various first aid emergencies while caring for children. You can anticipate learning all the basic first aid techniques, as well as in-depth instruction in the following critical skills:‍

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation — Learn the life-saving techniques of CPR for children. This topic will cover the depth and rate of chest compressions and the correct number of rescue breaths, which vary when dealing with children.
• ‍Managing asthma emergencies — Asthma is a common condition among children. Our childcare first aid training teaches you how to manage asthma-related emergencies properly.‍
• Handling anaphylaxis episodes — We provide comprehensive guidance on managing severe allergic reactions, including administering epinephrine and ensuring the child’s safety until professional intervention.

If you work with children, you may be required to undergo childcare first aid training. These professions include but are not limited to the following:

• Early childhood educators
• Nannies, babysitters, daycare workers and other childcare providers
• Camp counsellors, youth and community leaders
• Sports coaches and recreation instructors
  

Beyond compliance, having the knowledge and skills to give a child first aid in medical emergencies provides peace of mind for you, the child and their parents. First aid courses allow you to step up in any imaginable situation, where quick and confident action can make the difference between the safety and harm of a child. You can offer immediate assistance before professional medical help arrives.

Your team will learn how to:

• Understand ARC guidelines for first aid to infants, children, and adults.
• Identify incident hazards and minimise risks.
• Follow infection control procedures.
• Understand first aid kit contents and workplace procedures.
• Understand legal and community considerations, including duty of care.
• Recognise CPR techniques and differences for adults, children, and infants.
• Know signs, symptoms and how to manage various conditions and injuries in children and infants.
• Identify and manage sick infants or children, including acute illness signs and emergency action plans.

They will practice:

• Using Australian guidelines to manage an unconscious, but breathing person.
• Manage unconscious, non-breathing adults, infants and children, including CPR and AED use.
• Hand over to emergency services and provide accurate incident reports.
• Managing various first aid emergencies with children, such as anaphylaxis, choking and fractures.
• Respond to simulated first aid incidents involving children or babies, providing treatment and reporting.

After you successfully complete our childcare first aid training course, you will receive a certification with a 3-year validity. It is recognised by a wide range of institutions and employers, enhancing your professional qualifications as an educator or childcare professional.