QA Level 3 Award in Pediatric First Aid
Having the correct paediatric first aid provision is not only a statutory requirement for the majority of childcare providers, it is extremely important for the safety of children.
This qualification is ideal for those who work or intend to work in a childcare setting as it has been specifically designed to fulfil Ofsted’s first aid requirement for early years teachers, nursery workers and childminders.
Candidates will learn the roles and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider, and will be equipped with the necessary skills to administer safe and effective treatment when dealing with a range of paediatric first aid and medical situations.
Course content includes
Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider;
Assessing an emergency situation;
Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child);
Recovery position;
CPR and AED;
Choking;
Head and Spinal Injuries;
Fractures;
Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions;
Meningitis;
Asthma;
Febrile Convulsions;
Seizures;
Diabetic emergencies;
Poisoning;
Burns and scalds;
Electric shock;
External bleeding;
Hypovolaemic shock;
Eye, ear and nose conditions;
Bites and stings;
Minor injuries;
Extremes of body temperature;
Duration:
2 day course
Certificate:
Valid for 3 years
T&C:
up to 12 people