Level 3 Award Paediatric First Aid Training

Course Overview

This Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation. The qualification is also regulated by Qualifications Wales.

The objective of this qualification is to support learners wishing 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.

To complete this qualification learners should expect to undertake 15 hours of learning, with a minimum contact time, excluding breaks, of 12 hours over 2 days.

Learners gaining this qualification will know that first aid is the responsibility of everyone involved in the working environment. Topics within this course 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.

This qualification meets the requirements for Paediatric First Aid outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage. The qualification is valid for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to retake the course. In addition to this it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.

Course Syllabus

The course is separated into two Units:

Unit 1: Emergency Paediatric First Aid

The purpose of this unit is for the learner to attain knowledge and practical competencies required to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations. By the end of this unit, learners will:

Understand the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
Be able to assess an emergency situation safely
Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are unresponsive
Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are choking
Be able to provide first aid to an infant and a child with external bleeding
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is suffering from shock
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with bites, stings and minor injuries

Unit 2: Managing paediatric illness, injuries and emergencies

The purpose of this unit is for the learner to attain knowledge and practical competencies required to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations. By the end of this unit, learners will:

Be able to provide first aid to an infant or a child with suspected injuries to bones, muscles and joints
Be able to provide first aid to an infant a child with suspected head and spinal injuries
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with an acute medical condition or sudden illness
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is experiencing extremes of body temperature
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who has sustained an electric shock
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with burns and scalds
Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with suspected poisoning
Be able to provide first aid to an infant or a child with anaphylaxis

Course Details

This is a 2-day course, held at either our dedicated training facility, or at a suitable client site.

Class size: up to 12 delegates

Course Fees Include

The Level 3 Award Paediatric First Aid course includes:

2 days of on site training from our experienced trainers

All training aids, including manuals
Examinations
Awarding Body certification

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