Paediatric First Aid

Paediatric First Aid

CPD & IIRSM Approved

Course Description:

Paediatric First Aid covers a wide range of skills and responses necessary to handle medical emergencies involving children and infants. The course aims to equip participants with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to effectively manage paediatric first aid situations. Topics include emergency planning, assessing medical situations, basic life support (including CPR), managing shock, treating fractures, controlling bleeding, and addressing various minor illnesses and injuries. Practical demonstrations are required to complete training and ensure competency in these critical areas.

Target Audience:

This course is essential for individuals working directly with children and infants, such as nursery and preschool staff, school personnel, childminders, sports coaches, and club leaders. It provides vital skills to respond promptly and effectively in medical emergencies involving young children.

Advantages:

• Provides comprehensive training in paediatric first aid, ensuring readiness to handle emotionally-charged and urgent situations with calm and objectivity.
• Flexible online format allows participants to progress through modules at their own pace, accommodating individual schedules for optimal learning absorption.

Further Progression:

Graduates of this course may consider further training in related areas within our health and social care suite. Recommended courses include Introduction to the Early Years Foundation Stage, Epilepsy Awareness, and Diabetes Awareness, which deepen understanding and preparedness for specific medical conditions and early childhood care.

Course Modules:

1. Module 1: Introduction to Paediatric First Aid (Pass % Required: 70)
2. Module 2: Planning and Preparation (Pass % Required: 70)
3. Module 3: Essential First Aid Knowledge and Skills (Pass % Required: 70)
4. Module 4: Basic Life Support (Pass % Required: 70)
5. Module 5: Fractures and Head Injuries (Pass % Required: 70)
6. Module 6: Shock, Bleeding and Dressing Wounds (Pass % Required: 70)
7. Module 7: Specific Medical Conditions (Pass % Required: 70)
8. Module 8: Minor Injuries (Pass % Required: 70)
9. Module 9: First Aid Documentation and First Aid Kits (Pass % Required: 70)

Recommended System Requirements:

• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1GB+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 115 minutes (based on video content; excludes loading and question-thinking time).

This course ensures participants are well-prepared to provide immediate and effective paediatric first aid, supporting the safety and well-being of children and infants in various settings.