Emergency Paediatric First Aid

Service Description

Course Description This qualification is designed for individuals wishing to gain the knowledge and skills required to enable them to provide effective emergency paediatric first aid. It is ideal for pre-school or nursery staff, toddler group volunteers and childminders. It is also suitable for parents, relatives and foster carers. Learning Outcomes You will gain an understanding of: • The roles & responsibilities of a paediatric first aider • Assessing an emergency situation safely • CPR & AED • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child • Putting a casualty in the recovery position • Dealing with shock, bleed, bites, stings and minor injuries