Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

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Taught exclusively by experienced paramedics and EMTs specialising in paediatric care, our Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course offers an unparalleled learning experience. Drawing from real-life scenarios, our instructors impart skills tailored to the specific needs of children, making this course ideal for anyone responsible for the care of infants and children, including nursery and school staff, childminders, and parents.

Course Overview:

• Date(s): 15th -16th February 2024

• Times: 1000 - 1700

• Duration: 2 Days

• Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

This comprehensive course equips you with the confidence to handle paediatric emergencies, covering vital skills like child and infant CPR, proper use of AEDs on children, and managing common childhood injuries and illnesses.

Course Content:

• Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider

• Assessing an emergency situation safely with a focus on paediatric considerations

• Conducting a primary survey on an infant and child casualty

• Administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for infants and children

• Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on children

• Providing first aid for a range of common childhood injuries and illnesses, such as choking, bleeding, shock, and minor injuries

• Managing specific paediatric conditions like febrile convulsions and asthma

Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate, valid for three years, recognising their competence in paediatric emergency first aid.