Level 3 Paediatric first aid Blended

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Level 3 Paediatric first aid Blended
£95.00

Course Overview

This blended course is divided into two distinct parts, providing a balance between theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills:

 

 

  • Part 1 (Online): Approximately 6 hours of interactive e-learning. This must be completed independently before attending the face-to-face session. It covers the essential theory, including the roles of a first aider and legal requirements.

     

  • Part 2 (Classroom): A 1-day practical training and assessment session led by a qualified instructor. Here, you will apply your online learning to real-life scenarios and demonstrate life-saving techniques.

     

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Early years practitioners (Level 2 or 3) who need to be included in staff-to-child ratios.

     

  • Registered childminders and nannies.

     

  • Teachers and school staff working with infants and primary-aged children.

     

  • Parents or carers looking for advanced paediatric first aid skills.

What You Will Learn

The syllabus is designed to give you the confidence to manage a wide range of paediatric emergencies, including:

  • The Role of the Paediatric First Aider: Understanding responsibilities, first aid kits, and accident reporting.

     

  • Primary Survey & Resuscitation: Assessing an incident and performing CPR on infants and children (including the use of an AED).

     

  • Choking: Identifying and treating a choking infant or child.

     

  • Wounds & Bleeding: Managing external bleeding, including shock and minor injuries.

     

  • Bones, Muscles & Joints: Treating fractures, dislocations, and head/spinal injuries.

     

  • Chronic Medical Conditions: Recognising and responding to asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, and meningitis.

     

  • Major Illness & Trauma: Dealing with anaphylaxis (and auto-injectors), burns, scalds, poisoning, and febrile convulsions.

     

Assessment & Certification

To achieve the qualification, learners must successfully complete:

  1. Practical Assessments: Ongoing observation by the trainer to ensure competency in skills like CPR and the recovery position.

     

  2. Theory Assessment: A multiple-choice question paper covering the key knowledge areas.

     

Certification: Upon successful completion, you will receive the QNUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF). The qualification is valid for 3 years, after which a full requalification course is required.

 

 

Entry Requirements

  • Age: Learners should be at least 14 years old (though those under 16 cannot be the sole designated first aider in a workplace).

     

  • Physical Ability: You must be physically capable of performing practical tasks on the floor, such as chest compressions.

     

  • Language: A good command of English is required to understand the technical material and complete the assessments.