Paediatric First Aid
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Gain essential skills to handle paediatric emergencies confidently. This comprehensive course covers child CPR, first aid for common and serious injuries, and responding to environmental factors affecting children's health.
- Perform CPR and manage non-breathing individuals
- Apply first aid treatments for cuts, burns, and head injuries
- Recognise and respond appropriately to choking incidents
- Understand the use of a first aid kit and its essential contents
- Identify signs of common mental health issues in children and young people
- Communicate effectively with a young person experiencing mental health challenges
- Support mental health crises using appropriate techniques
- Know when and how to refer to professional mental health services
- Understand the legal requirements of RIDDOR and its scope
- Identify incidents that require reporting under RIDDOR
- Report accidents, diseases, and dangerous occurrences accurately
- Implement preventive measures to reduce incidents requiring RIDDOR reports
- Parents and caregivers
- Childcare professionals and educators
- Healthcare professionals working with paediatric patients
- Babysitters, children's well-being workers, and teachers
- No prior experience required
- Suitable for learners wanting flexibility
- Online via Reed Courses Learning On Demand with immediate start
- Skills-based course designed to build practical knowledge in paediatric first aid, mental health first aid, and RIDDOR reporting
- Skills covered could be beneficial for roles such as paediatric first aid trainer, childcare worker, school nurse, and emergency medical personnel
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Why you should take this course
- Acquire vital skills to handle paediatric emergencies confidently.
- Understand the importance of paediatric first aid in ensuring the safety of young patients.
- Gain real-world knowledge about methods and duties involved in tending to children in need.
- Learn the initial steps and scenario assessment in responding to paediatric emergencies.
- Develop proficiency in child CPR techniques and the jaw thrust method.
- Be equipped to manage a variety of common and serious injuries in children.
- Understand environmental factors affecting children's health and wellness.
- Learn how to provide emotional support and comfort to children in emergency situations.
- Know when to seek expert assistance and implement proper follow-up measures.
Learning Outcomes:
Basic First Aid Training
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Perform CPR and manage non-breathing individuals.
- Apply first aid treatments for cuts, burns, and head injuries.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to choking incidents.
- Understand the use of a first aid kit and its essential contents.
Mental Health First Aid for Children and Young People Level 3
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify signs of common mental health issues in children and young people.
- Communicate effectively with a young person experiencing mental health challenges.
- Support mental health crises using appropriate techniques.
- Know when and how to refer to professional mental health services.
RIDDOR Training (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations)
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the legal requirements of RIDDOR and its scope.
- Identify incidents that require reporting under RIDDOR.
- Report accidents, diseases, and dangerous occurrences accurately.
- Implement preventive measures to reduce incidents requiring RIDDOR reports.
Course Curriculum:
Course 01: Paediatric First Aid
Lecture 1: The Fundamentals of Paediatric First Aid
- Introduction and Significance of Paediatric First Aid
- Assessing the Situation
- Responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aid Provider
Lecture 2: The Unconscious Casualty and CPR
- Unconscious Casualties
- The Recovery Position for Children
- The Jaw Thrust Technique
- Child CPR
Lecture 3: Paediatric First Aid for Usual Circumstances, Accidents, and Injuries
- Wounds and Burns
- Nosebleeds
- Sprains and Strains
- Insect Bites and Stings
- Dehydration
Lecture 4: Severe Medical Conditions
- Choking
- Dislocations and Fractures
- Head Injuries
- Spinal Injuries
- Anaphylaxis and Allergic reactions
Lecture 5: Paediatric First Aid for Environmental Causes
- Heat-Related Sickness
- Cold-Related Sickness
- Air Pollution Issues
- Water Related Incidents
Lecture 6: Emergencies and Conditions to Remember
- Seizures
- Asthma Attack
- Personal Safety
- Calm and Emotional Support to Children
- Professional Help and Follow-Up
Course 02: Basic First Aid Training
Course 03: Mental Health First Aid for Children and Young People Level 3
Course 04: RIDDOR Training (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations)
Who is this course for?
This course is appropriate for:
- Parents and caregivers.
- Childcare professionals and educators.
- Healthcare professionals working with paediatric patients.
- Babysitters
- Children's well-being workers.
- Teachers and school staff.
Requirements
- This course is designed for both beginners and those seeking to enhance their skills.
- Participants from various backgrounds, including parents, childcare providers, teachers, and healthcare professionals, are welcome.
- Active engagement in hands-on practical exercises and simulations is essential for effective learning.
Career path
- Paediatric First Aid Trainer/Instructor
- Childcare Worker/Childminder
- School Nurse
- Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Pediatrician or Paediatric Nurse
- Health and Safety Officer
- Emergency Room Nurse
- Child Protective Services Worker
- Ambulance Care Assistant
- First Aid Coordinator
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