Length of course
1 day
6 hours worth of training required, excluding breaks
Length of certification
3 years
Recommended 3 hour refresher for year 1 & 2 of qualification
Cost
No of candidates:
Up to 6 candidates – £600
7-12 candidates – £700
What will you learn?
This course will help to understand the role and responsibilities of the emergency paediatric first aider, and give the ability to assess an emergency situation. You will learn:
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Role of Paediatric First Aider
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Unresponsive and breathing normally
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Unresponsive and not breathing normally, including how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and delivering appropriate CPR
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Bleeding
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Choking
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Having a seizure
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Suffering from shock
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First Aid Kits
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Accident Reporting
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Recovery Position
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Secondary Survey
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Nose Bleeds
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Eye/Ear Conditions
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Bites/Stings
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Fractures/Dislocations
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Slings/Bandaging
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Anaphylaxis
Practicals
An emphasis on attendees being relaxed and feeling comfortable attempting practicals is always at the forefront of SAH Training, building confidence, knowledge and skills.
Equipment used includes:
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Choking vest
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CPR Manikins
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Auto-injectors (epi-pens)
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Tourniquets
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Bandages
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Wound packing
Who Should Attend?
This course is for people working with babies and young children.
Assessment
Attendees will be observed and will need to be deemed confident and competent in all practical elements, skills and knowledge.
Course Requirements
Candidates need a good understanding of English. Candidates must be physically able to demonstrate the practical skills required to complete the assessment.
Important Information
In line with Ofsted Early Years and Childcare Register requirements, at least one person on the premises must have a current full paediatric first aid certificate and available at all times when children are present, and must accompany children on outings. Childminders, and any assistant who might be in sole charge of the children for any period of time, must hold a current full paediatric first aid certificate.
