Paediatric First Aid Course Leicester

This course has been specifically designed to meet the Department for Education's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework requirements. It is ideal for:

• Childcare professionals: Those with a Level 2 and/or Level 3 childcare qualification who are working in early years settings and need to meet EYFS staff-to-child ratios.
• Registered childminders and assistants: Those required by EYFS to hold a valid paediatric first aid certificate.
• Parents and guardians: Individuals, such as parents or grandparents, who want to learn essential paediatric first aid skills to care for infants and children.

Important Note: Newly qualified entrants to early years settings (after 30 June 2016) who hold Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualifications must obtain a full or emergency paediatric first aid certificate within three months of starting work.

Course Details

• Location: Leicester
• Duration: 9:00 – 16:00
• Cost: £85 per person or £695 for group bookings (up to 12 learners)

Entry Requirements

• Learners must be at least 14 years old.
• Participants should be capable of performing practical tasks, including floor-level activities, on the first day of training.

Course Content

This comprehensive course equips participants with the skills to manage a variety of paediatric emergencies. Topics include:

1. Roles and responsibilities of paediatric first aiders
2. Infant CPR and safe use of an AED
3. Child CPR and safe use of an AED
4. Managing choking incidents
5. Treating wounds, bleeding, and shock
6. Dealing with unconscious casualties
7. Management of fractures in children
8. Recognising and responding to anaphylaxis
9. Addressing catastrophic bleeding (optional)
10. Spinal and head injuries
11. Burns and scalds
12. High temperatures and febrile seizures
13. Treating bites and stings
14. Poisoning emergencies

Certification and Validity

Upon successfully completing the course and assessment, participants will receive a Paediatric First Aid certificate, valid for three years.

What to Expect

The course is designed for childcare professionals and individuals caring for children, providing the skills and knowledge to manage first aid emergencies confidently. From handling minor injuries to addressing life-threatening conditions like cardiac arrests, this training covers all essential paediatric first aid scenarios.

Additional Information for Schools

For schools, it’s crucial to have staff trained in both paediatric first aid and adult first aid. We recommend our EFAW + Paediatric First Aid Course, which offers comprehensive training to handle all potential emergencies involving children and adults.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need advice about the right first aid course for your requirements, please get in touch. Our team is happy to help ensure you choose the best training to meet your needs.

Book your place today and gain the skills to provide effective care for children in emergencies!