Paediatric First Aid - 2 Days
This 2 day Paediatric First Aid qualification provides the necessary skills and knowledge to deal with a range of emergencies involving children. On completion, candidates will be able to recognise and manage childhood medical conditions, as well as being able to provide emergency treatment until the arrival of the emergency medical services.
This course is available as an open course or group booking. Group booking information and fees are further down this page.
Course Information
Course Content
Emergency Paediatric First Aid
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the roles and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider
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acting safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
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managing an unresponsive casualty and the recovery position
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cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
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choking
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bleeding
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shock
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minor injuries
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safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
Information
Certification STA Certificate of Training (valid for 3 years)
Course Length 12 hours (2 days)
Delivery Model Face-to-face delivery
Maximum Participants 12 (8 if using Training for Care's venue)
Course Information
Managing Paediatric Illness, Injuries and Emergencies
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fractures
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Injuries e.g. head, neck, eye etc.
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understanding acute medical conditions or sudden illness e.g. diabetes, epilepsy, asthma
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electric shocks
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burns and scalds
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anaphylaxis
Course Fee
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£1040 for up to 8 participants
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£130 per additional participant up to a maximum of 12