L3 Award Paediatric First Aid at Work

Our 2 day Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course is perfect for those who care for infants and children. It is important people in the following occupations:

• Primary and Secondary School teachers and assistants
• Child nursery care workers
• After school activity workers
• Child care workers (Au-pairs, childminders and nannies)
• Parents and other family members

This course is designed for care of infants (up to 12 months old) and children (from 12 months to 18 years).

SYLLABUS

• Role of the Paediatric First Aider
• Primary Survey
• Secondary Assessment
• The Respiratory System
• Resuscitation and AED
• Seizures
• Airway Obstruction
• The Circulatory System
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Bites and Stings
• Bones, Joints and Muscle Injuries
• Head and Spinal Injuries
• Foreign Body and Eye Injuries
• Chronic Medical Conditions and Illnesses
• Effects of Extreme Heat and Cold
• Electric Shock Incident
• Burns and Scalds
• Poisoning
• Anaphylaxis
• Adult Basic Life Support

To achieve a Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid, all students are required to pass practical and written assessment.