REC EMERGENCY PAEDIATRIC FIRST AID
This is a 6 hour course that is suitable for anyone working in an early years setting where they will be supporting first aiders that have the 2 day Paediatric First Aid Course. It is a popular course for newly qualified early years staff and is perfect for new parents, grandparents or carers.
Content
The course will help you to administer first aid to a baby or child in your setting or at home and will cover the following.
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider.
- Be able to assess an incident.
- Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who is unresponsive.
- Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who is 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.
Assessment
Candidates are assessed by summative practical assessments by the tutor throughout the course and a short multi choice question paper.
Certification
Successful completion of the course leads to a Rescue Emergency Care (REC) in Emergency Paediatric First Aid, which is valid for three years.
Course Dates & Costs
These courses are run on demand so please contact us to discuss your requirements so that we can give you a completive price.