Paediatric First Aid

Two Day Certificated Training Course 

This course is designed to give parents and carers of children the confidence to deal with emergencies and is approved by the Paediatric First Aid Association. 

• Responsibilities of a First Aider
   
• Assessment of the situation
   
• Dealing with hazards
   
• Safety of children and First Aider
   
• Diagnosis, priorities of treatment
   
• Use of First Aid equipment
   
• Resuscitation
   
• Child, Infant and Adult CPR
   
• Dealing with choking, asthma, electric shock etc
   
• Recovery position
   
• Management of the unconscious child/baby.
   
• Circulation
   
• Treatment of minor cuts and grazes
   
• Hygiene in handling of wounds
   
• Treatment of severe bleeding
   
• Recognition and treatment of shock
   
• Other injuries/conditions including
   
• Head injuries
   
• Trapped fingers
   
• Poisoning
   
• Febrile convulsions
   
• Epilepsy
   
• Diabetes
   
• Childhood illnesses

At the end of the course all successful delegates will receive a Paediatric First Aid certificate which is valid for three years. 

Location: Aylesham, Kent  

November                                                         11 & 18 

March                                                                21 & 28

May                                                                    19 & 22

July                                                                      07 & 14

September                                                        18 & 25

November                                                         20 & 27

Topics covered will relate to the time available and the needs of the group. If there are specific requirements for the course you will be running then this First Aid course can be “Tailored” to suit your needs.

The Paediatric First Aid Association states that delegates must complete the 12 hour course every three years to revalidate the certificate.