Course overview
Our Emergency Paediatric First Aid course will be delivered by one of our professional and highly engaging trainers who will ensure you have fun while you learn. We take great pride in the courses we have created which are packed with games, quizzes and plenty of hands-on practical elements creating the perfect learning environment.
Courses tend to run 9am – 3:30pm which includes a short morning break/lunch break. It is advised you bring your own lunch as there may not be food options close to the facility.
What you will learn
- Gain the skills and confidence to respond to several first aid emergencies safely
- Assess an emergency situation and prioritise what action to take
- Understand the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider
Assessment and Certification
Your ability is assessed throughout the day using a range of quizzes, questioning, games, and scenarios. An end of course multiple choice test must be completed.
Upon completion, you will receive an FAIB accredited certificate recognised by HSE & Care Inspectorate.
To help us go paperless certificates will be emailed after completion. A hard-copy certificate is available upon request.
Course duration
1 Day Course
Who should attend
The Paediatric First Aid course meets childcare registration requirements for employees working in a low-risk workplace who care for babies and children.
The course is suitable for au pairs, childminders, nannies, nursery/pre-school workers, anyone responsible for the welfare of children.
Delegates must be 16 years + to attend.
Topics covered in this course
- Accidents in the home/nursery
- Contents of a first aid kit
- The roles and responsibilities of a first aider
- Preventing cross- infection
- Recovery position
- CPR (baby/child)
- Defibrillator
- Shock
- Seizures
- Choking
- Wounds and bleeding
- Anaphylaxis
- Burns & scalds
- Fractures
- Accident report forms
