Paediatric First Aid

This course is for people working with young children, who care for babies and children in a professional setting and those working towards an Early Years educator qualification.

Upon successful completion of the Paediatric First Aid course, delegates will understand the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider, and will be equipped with the necessary skills to administer safe and effective treatment.

Course Content

The roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider:

• Assessing an emergency situation
• Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child
• Recovery Position
• CPR and defibrillation
• Choking
• Head, neck and back injuries
• Fractures
• Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
• Meningitis
• Asthma
• Febrile Convulsions
• Seizures
• Diabetic Emergencies
• Poisoning
• Burns and scalds
• Electric Shock
• External Bleeding
• Hypovolemic Shock
• Eye, ear and nose conditions
• Bites and stings
• Minor Injuries
• Treatment for hot and cold body temperatures

In House Training

Agility can deliver Paediatric First Aid training at your premises for a maximum of 12 people. A closed course on your site will also allow us to tailor the course and the given examples to your organisation’s activities and procedures.

 Assessment & Certification

Upon completion of a final assessment, candidates will receive a certificate that is valid for 3 years.