Basic Paediatric First Aid
About Basic Paediatric First Aid
This course teaches learners what the responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aider are and how they should manage should an emergency happen. They will learn to deal with; shock, bleeding, burns, scalds and more – this includes knowing what the recovery position is and how to do it correctly.
Course Length
Our Basic Paediatric First Aid training course is 6 hours long and completed in a day. Our courses are structured to allow breaks for learners to eat and rest.
Certificate Validity
The Basic Paediatric First Aid training certificate lasts 12 months (1 year). Before expiry, you’ll need to re-enrol to receive a new certificate.
Delivery
Our most popular form of training is held in-house, where we send a trainer out to your premises for a face-to-face session (for groups of up to 12).
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. During this Basic Paediatric First Aid training training course, you will learn to understand the first aid health and safety regulations and priorities, how to deal with first aid emergencies, respond appropriately to Shock, bleeding, burns, scalds and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.
How do you get Certified?
This course is available via an in-house group course for up to 12 delegates. Choose for the course to be delivered either face to face or by a blended learning option, at a time and place convenient to you. Alternatively, learn through one of our scheduled courses at centres located across the UK. Upon completion of this course, a certificate will be awarded.
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Basic Paediatric First Aid Outline
- Introduction and explanation.
- First aid health and safety regulations and priorities.
- How to deal with first aid emergencies.
- Responding appropriately to Shock, bleeding, burns and scalds.
- How to deal with fractures, anaphylaxis, and eye and ear injuries.
- Understanding of childhood illnesses, including meningitis and seizures.
- Combination of practical and theory sessions.
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Basic Paediatric First Aid FAQs
What is paediatric first aid training?
Paediatric first aid is the treatment of infants and children up to puberty. The course is mandatory for all early years providers and meets Ofsted requirements.
Who should attend this training?
The basis paediatric first aid course is suitable for anyone who works or lives in a setting where children are present. This includes parents, carers, teachers and classroom assistants, school administration and support staff, after-school club workers, childminders, nannies and au-pairs.
What will I learn in this course?
Delegates will learn how to deal with basic first aid emergencies ranging from choking, bleeding, burns, fractures, bites and stings, to illnesses such as meningitis and seizures.
Will the course teach me how to resuscitate a child?
The basics of the course look at child CPR and resuscitation. However those that are looking to become a qualified paediatric first aider should also think about attending the Emergency Paediatric First Aid training course.
Basic Paediatric First Aid FAQs
What is paediatric first aid training?
Paediatric first aid is the treatment of infants and children up to puberty. The course is mandatory for all early years providers and meets Ofsted requirements.
Who should attend this training?
The basic paediatric first aid course is suitable for anyone who works or lives in a setting where children are present. This includes parents, carers, teachers and classroom assistants, school administration and support staff, after-school club workers, childminders, nannies and au-pairs.
What will I learn in this course?
Delegates will learn how to deal with basic first aid emergencies ranging from choking, bleeding, burns, fractures, bites and stings, to illnesses such as meningitis and seizures.
Will the course teach me how to resuscitate a child?
The basics of the course look at child CPR and resuscitation. However, those that are looking to become qualified paediatric first-aiders should also think about attending the Emergency Paediatric First Aid training course.
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