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Paediatric First Aid

Ofsted & EYFS Compliant

2 Days (12+ GLH)OfQual ApprovedCertificate IncludedMax 12 Students
Paediatric First Aid training

Course Overview

This two-day qualification fulfils the requirements for first aid training detailed in the Department for Education's statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). It is designed for anyone working in childcare settings, schools, and nurseries who need to meet Ofsted requirements.

Duration

Total Qualification Time (TQT) is 15 hours, with at least 12 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) in the classroom over a minimum of 2 days, plus independent pre and post course study.

The qualification can be delivered over a maximum of a 6-week period with each training session being a minimum of 2 hours.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered including:

Role of the Paediatric First Aider
Primary survey
Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED)
Wounds, bleeding and shock
Allergic reactions including anaphylaxis
Head, neck and back injuries
Seizures
Choking
Minor injuries
Recovery position
Fractures
Foreign bodies
Diabetic emergencies
Asthma
Meningitis
Febrile convulsions
Extreme cold and heat
Electrical incidents

Age Limit

Students must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify.

Numbers

A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course.

Assessment Information

The qualification is assessed both through practical demonstration and written assessment.

A learner must successfully pass both the written and practical assessments to achieve the qualification. There is no grading of the assessment; learners pass or are referred.

Certification

The qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training.

The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further three years.

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