Paediatric First Aid Course

Course description

This qualification is suitable for those wishing to get into the Childcare sector or for those who are already working in the industry but who would like to progress by gaining formal qualifications. This qualification will give delegates the knowledge and skills required to enable them to provide effective paediatric first aid. It is intended for learners who want to, or already care for, children in a professional setting such as pre-school or nursery staff, toddler group volunteers, childminders and nannies, au pairs and foster parents, or anyone who may have to deliver first aid to babies or children. The course is highly-interactive and gives delegates the hands-on experience to successfully deliver first aid in a real-life situation. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is not required to approve first aid training and qualifications, but it does provide a due diligence checklist to help you choose a reputable training provider. DG Training has completed the relevant details to reassure you that our training meets the requirements - https://www.dg-training.co.uk/choosing-a-first-aid-training-provider/ Guided Learning Hours A minimum of 12 guided learning hours are required for this course. Form of Assessment The assessment for this course comprises of two parts; a practical assessment and a multiple-choice examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Paediatric First Aid certificate which will last for three years. Syllabus • Role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider • Assessing an emergency situation safely • Provide first aid for a casualty who is unresponsive and breathing normally • Provide first aid for a casualty who is unresponsive and not breathing normally • Choking • External bleeding • Shock • Bites, stings and minor injuries • Fractures • Head, neck and back injuries • Conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose • Diabetic emergencies • Asthma attacks • Allergic reactions • Meningitis • Febrile convulsions • Effects of extreme heat and cold • Electric shocks • Burns and scalds • Poisoning • Anaphylaxis