Paediatric First Aid 2 Day Course
Gain the essential skills to confidently respond to paediatric first aid emergencies. This comprehensive 2-day course is designed for anyone caring for children and infants, ensuring you are prepared for any situation.
This course consists of 1 day online and one day in person training
Who should attend this course?
This course is essential for individuals who work with or care for children and infants. It is specifically designed for:
Childcare professionals
Including childminders, nursery staff, and pre-school assistants who need to meet regulatory requirements.
Teachers and school staff
For those working in primary schools, after-school clubs, and other educational settings.
Parents and guardians
Anyone responsible for the welfare of children and infants in their daily care, seeking to enhance their emergency preparedness.
Vital skills for paediatric first aid
This qualification equips learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively to a variety of paediatric first aid emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and infants under your care.
What you will learn
Our 2-day Paediatric First Aid course covers a comprehensive range of topics to prepare you for any emergency:
- The role of the Paediatric First Aider
- Primary survey and assessment
- Seizures and febrile convulsions
- Diabetic emergencies and asthma management
- Choking response
- CPR and the safe use of an AED
- Minor injuries treatment
- Meningitis recognition
- Wounds, bleeding, and shock management
- Recovery position techniques
- Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis
- Fractures and bone injuries
- Head, neck, and back injuries
- Extreme cold and heat conditions
- Electrical incidents
- Foreign body airway obstruction