Paediatric first aid (emergency aid for early years)

What's this course for?

In 2004 Ofsted issued new guidelines for workers caring for children in the absence of their parents. This course is designed to meet the requirements for this report.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for people who care for children in the workplace (including in a self employer arrangement) where the parents do not stay with the child.

What's in the syllabus?

This course is designed to run for a minimum of 12 hours normally over two days. The qualification is valid for three years.
The students will learn about:
Risk assessments appropriate to their workplace
Contents of First Aid Kits
Recording accidents and incidents
Resuscitation of children and infants
Management of choking
Medical conditions common in children and infants

Is there an exam?

No, the course is continually assessed by the tutor.

Course availability..

2012