This accredited qualification provides theoretical and practical training in First Aid techniques that are specific to infants aged under 1, and children aged from 1 year old to the onset of puberty. Learners will becom familiar with th erole of the Paediatric First Aider and be able to assess and react appropriately to an emergency situation, such as a child or infant who is unresponsive, has an airway obstruction, has breathing difficulties or is suffering from shock or anaphylaxis.
This Award in Paediatrics First Aid training course is not just an attend course, candidates are required to take part in practical assessements to successfully complete the course which will be assessed by the tutor throughout the course.
Topics also included are fractures, dislocations, injuries to the head, neck, back, eyes, ears or nose, poisoning, bites or stings, burns or scalds, electric shock, minor injuries and chronic medical conditions.
This qualification consists of two mandatory units and is typically delivered over a period of 2 days with a minimum contact time of 12 hours.
The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage is a document published by the Department for Education and applies to Early Years childcare. The Statutory Framework states that "at least one person who has a current paediatrics first aid certificate must be on the premises at all times when children are present. There must be at least one person on outings who has a current Paediatrics First Aid certificate" The HABC Level 3 Award in Paediatrics First Aid is recognised as a qualification that fulfils this need.
Qualification Details: The HABC Level 3 Award in Paediatrics First Aid (QCF) has been accredited by the regulators of England, Wales and Northern Ireland (Ofqual and the Welsh Govenment) and is part of the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF).
It is supported by Skills for Care and Development, the Sector Skills Council for the social work, care and children's workforces.
Duration: 2 Days
Assessment Method: This qualification is assessed via on-going oral and/or written questioning and practical demonstration.
Venues: Local, Nationwide & In-Company (Anywhere, anytime)
Awarding Body: Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC)
Essential Guide for Qualification (PDF)
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