Course Content

First Aid procedures relevant to the care of young children:

• Role of a First Aider

• Accident reporting

• Contents of the First Aid box

• Action Planning in the event of an emergency

• Casualty Action Plans

• Primary and Secondary Survey

• Recovery Position

• Infant and Child CPR guidelines 2005

• Infant and Child Choking

• Asthma Diabetes and Seizures

• Anaphylactic Shock

• Head Injuries

• Bleeding, Shock, Burns, Sprains Strains and Fractures

• Poisoning, Bites and Stings

• Eye injuries, Obstructions in the nose and ear

• Childhood conditions/illnesses

Early Years First Aid

This course is designed for people working with young children. The content of the course complies with the National Childminders Association and Preschool Learning Alliance

This course is also recognised for the purpose of registration as an Early Years professional. It may also be used to provide evidence to an NVQ assessor for those working towards an NVQ in Child Care and Education

Number of delegates

Up to 12

Course Duration

12 Hours / 2 Days

Certification

On successful completion of this course and assessment, each candidate will receive a certificate of attendance valid for three years