Paediatric First Aid 12hr
The course syllabus meets the requirements of OFSTED, EYFS and the National Childminder’s Association.
Description
This course is available on application so that we can ensure the right staff apply and there is sufficient budget available.
Please register and we will review your request.
This course is taught in a relaxed style with lots of group work and discussions. We work hard to ensure this course is enjoyable and thought provoking.
Who it is for
This course is suitable for anyone working with children 0 – 5 years old.
Course content
- The role of the Appointed Person
- First Aid kits
- Recording incidents and actions for staff
- Incident management
- Unconsciousness
- Recovery position
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - adult
- Choking - adult
- Wounds and bleeding
- Shock
Plus, Paediatric Module Content:
- Record keeping - for children
- Choking – baby and child
- Recovery position - baby and child
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - baby and child
- Minor wounds, including ears, nose and eyes
- Anaphylaxis
- Hypothermia, hyperthermia and febrile convulsions
- Sprains and strains
- Fractures
- Amputation
- Head injuries
- Drowning
- Smoke inhalation
- Poisoning
- Burns, scalds and electric shock
- Common illnesses – epilepsy, asthma, sickle cell, diabetes and croup
- Contagious illnesses – Meningitis, chicken pox etc.