Award in Paediatric First Aid Level 3
The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is a regulated first aid qualification is specific to infants aged under 1, and children aged from 1-year-old to the onset of puberty. It fulfils the requirements of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) as issued by the department for Education and Skills Foundation Stage relating to Early Years childcare.
The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is a regulated first aid qualification is specific to infants aged under 1, and children aged from 1-year-old to the onset of puberty. It fulfils the requirements of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) as issued by the department for Education and Skills Foundation Stage relating to Early Years childcare.
The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is a regulated first aid qualification is specific to infants aged under 1, and children aged from 1-year-old to the onset of puberty. It fulfils the requirements of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) as issued by the department for Education and Skills Foundation Stage relating to Early Years childcare.
The training is designed for people caring for children in any setting. This includes schools and teachers, nannies, care staff, childminders, nursery and pre-school workers. The course focuses on the knowledge and skills required to care for babies and children.
Course Overview
Successful candidates will learn the roles and responsibilities of the Paediatric First Aider, and will be equipped with the necessary skills to administer safe and effective treatment when dealing with a range of Paediatric first aid situations.
During this 2-day course, you will also cover:
The roles and responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aider
Assessing an emergency situation
Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child
Recovery Position
CPR and AED
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