LEVEL 3 AWARD IN PAEDIATRIC FIRST AID

This course is designed for anyone wanting to become a first aider or appointed person in an environment with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children and needs to comply with the EYFS staff to child ratio requirements

The content of this course is regarded by the Early Years Foundation Stage as being important to maintaining good practice in the safe, prompt and effective treatment of injuries and ill health of infants and children who are under the care of trained personnel

Note: Newly qualified entrants to an early years setting who have completed a level 2 and/or level 3 qualification on or after 30th June 2016 must hold a Paediatric First Aid or an Emergency Paediatric First Aid certificate within three months of starting work.

Course Length:
2 Days

Course Content:

  • The Role and Responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aider
  • Minimising Risk of Infection
  • Recording & Reporting Accidents
  • Paediatric Patient Assessment
  • Dealing with an Unconscious Child
  • Managing an Infant/Child who is having a Seizure
  • Resuscitation (CPR)
  • The Choking Infant/Child
  • Bleeding and Wound Management
  • Shock Management
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Suspected Fractures & Dislocations in Children
  • Head & Spinal injuries in Children
  • Ear, Eye & Nose injuries
  • Chronic Medical Conditions & Sudden Illness
  • Effects of Heat & Cold in Infants and Children
  • Electric Shock
  • Burns & Scolds
  • Poisons
  • Bites & Stings
  • Minor injuries

Cost:
Including Venue
12 Candidates – £1320
Clients Own Venue
12 Candidates – £790
4 – 11 Candidates – Please Enquire

Includes:
Training materials
Certification
Checkable database for 3 years