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The Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid at SCQF level 6 will equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to administer paediatric first aid and assist them in gaining employment in a childcare environment.
The Award develops basic skills in emergency paediatric first aid and focuses on the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider and on knowing how to deal with emergency situations safely.
Practical activities include:
This is a hands on course that includes physical elements such as demonstrating CPR on a manikin. You will also be required to kneel on the floor to carry out the practical assessments and we would ask that you dress accordingly.
This course is aimed towards child minders and nursery staff. Individuals with any other profession we would advise to book the First Aid Paediatric 2 Day Course by following this link
Please bring valid ID (Driving Licence, Passport)
Certificate Issued: SQA
Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
Be able to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury (small cuts, grazes, minor burns or scalds)
Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
Be able to assess an incident
Be able to manage a casualty with external bleeding
Be able to manage a casualty who is in shock
Be able to manage a casualty suffering from convulsions