Level 3 Blended Paediatric First Aid Course

Blended Full Paediatric First Aid Course

Our Blended Full Paediatric First Aid Course combines practical training and eLearning, allowing participants to complete their training in just one day. This course meets the requirements for OFSTED registration, CSSIW, and Scottish Early Years, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations.

Course Overview

• Duration: 6 hours of eLearning (completed at home) and 6 hours of trainer-led practical training.
• Format: The eLearning module is interactive, web-based, and accessible on any device. It can be revisited as needed.
• Compliance: Fully meets the Department for Education’s updated EYFS Framework (effective 1st September 2021).

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for anyone working with or caring for children, from babies to young adults. It is equivalent to a Level 3 Full Paediatric First Aid Qualification and is ideal for both new and experienced first aiders.

Practical Training

The practical day is delivered by professional and experienced trainers, focusing on building the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to handle paediatric emergencies effectively. It covers all elements of the Emergency Paediatric First Aid Course, with additional content delivered through the eLearning module.

Key Topics Covered

1. Assessing and Emergency Situation: Learn how to evaluate and manage emergencies involving infants and children.
2. Managing an Unresponsive Infant or Child: Techniques for handling unresponsive infants or children, including the recovery position.
3. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Master CPR techniques for infants and children, with the inclusion of automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
4. Choking: Identify and respond to choking incidents in infants and children effectively.
5. Meningitis: Recognize the signs and symptoms of meningitis and understand the necessary first aid responses.
6. Head and Spinal Injuries: Learn how to manage head and spinal injuries to prevent further harm.
7. Anaphylaxis: Identify severe allergic reactions and provide appropriate first aid, including the use of auto-injectors.
8. Asthma: Recognize asthma attacks and administer effective first aid assistance.
9. Seizures: Safely manage seizures in infants and children.
10. External Bleeding: Control bleeding and understand wound care practices.
11. Shock: Identify signs of shock and administer appropriate first aid.
12. Minor Injuries: Treat minor injuries such as cuts, grazes, and bruises.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) certificate valid for three years.