Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid
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| First aid for baby and child (also evening classes) |
| HSE approved First aid at work 3 day course |
This qualification is aimed at those who wish to become a Paediatric First Aider in the workplace with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This qualification
is intended for learners already working or preparing to work in industry.
Learners gaining this qualification will know that First Aid is the responsibility of everyone involved in the working environment. Its topics are regarded by the Early Years Foundation Stage as being important to maintaining good practice in the safe, prompt and effective treatment of injuries and ill health of infants and children who are under the care of trained personnel.
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Duration
Two days
Our course is taught through both theory and practical sessions.
Topics covered include:
First aid priorities
Managing incidents
Basic life support - adult, child & baby
Choking
Casualty examination
Unconsciousness
Anaphylaxis
Fractures
Control of bleeding & shock
Asthma
Eye & ear injuries
Burns and scalds
First aid kits
Childhood illnesses including meningitis & febrile convulsions
Regulations
Recording and reporting
The syllabus includes:
The knowledge gathered and practised during the course will allow delegates to react safely and correctly to a number of key emergency situations, including:
Unconsciousness
Airway obstruction
Shock
Wounds and bleeding
Fractures and dislocations
Head, neck and back injuries
Eyes, ears or nose conditions
Chronic medical conditions or sudden illness
Effects of extreme heat and/or cold
Effects of poison
Bites and stings
Electric shock
