The Paediatric First Aid course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to provide effective first aid to infants and children in emergency situations. This course covers a range of topics from assessing an emergency scene to responding to various injuries and illnesses specific to children. It is suitable for individuals working with or caring for young children, including childcare providers, teachers, parents, and guardians.

Module 1: Introduction to Paediatric First Aid

– Objectives and Importance

  – Understanding the importance of paediatric first aid

  – Overview of legal requirements and responsibilities

Module 2: Role and Responsibilities of the First Aider

– Responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aider

  – Duties and actions of a first aider in emergency situations

  – Importance of communication and coordination with emergency services

Module 3: Assessing the Emergency Scene

– Scene Safety

  – Assessing risks and ensuring personal safety

  – Procedures for summoning additional help and emergency services

Module 4: Priorities of First Aid

– Primary Assessment

  – Steps for conducting a primary assessment of a child or infant

  – Identifying life-threatening conditions and prioritizing actions

Module 5: CPR and AED Use for Children and Infants

– Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  – Techniques for performing CPR on children and infants

  – Use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for paediatric cases

Module 6: Choking and Airway Management

– Choking in Children

  – Recognizing and responding to choking emergencies

  – Techniques for clearing an obstructed airway in infants and children

Module 7: Bleeding and Wound Care

– Types of Bleeding

  – Managing different types of bleeding in children

  – Techniques for controlling bleeding and applying dressings

Module 8: Medical Conditions and Allergies

– Common Medical Conditions

  – Identification and management of common illnesses and conditions in children

  – Responding to allergic reactions and administering medication (e.g., epinephrine auto-injectors)

Module 9: Fractures, Sprains, and Strains

– Musculoskeletal Injuries

  – Recognition and initial management of fractures, sprains, and strains

  – Techniques for immobilization and support of injured limbs

Module 10: Burns and Scalds

– Burns and Scalds in Children

  – First aid treatment for burns and scalds of varying severity

  – Minimizing pain and preventing further injury

Module 11: Poisoning and Ingestion of Harmful Substances

– Poisoning Emergencies

  – Identifying signs of poisoning in children

  – Immediate actions to take in cases of ingestion of harmful substances

Module 12: Assessment and Reporting

– Recording and Reporting Incidents

  – Documentation requirements for first aid incidents involving children

  – Importance of accurate reporting and communication with parents/guardians

Module 13: Emotional and Psychological First Aid

– Supporting Children Emotionally

  – Techniques for providing emotional support during and after first aid interventions

  – Recognizing signs of distress in children and offering reassurance

Module 14: Practical Scenarios and Case Studies

– Hands-on Practice

  – Simulation of paediatric first aid scenarios

  – Case studies to analyze and learn from real-life incidents

Module 15: Assessment and Certification

– Assessment Methods

  – Practical assessment of first aid skills

  – Written examination testing knowledge of paediatric first aid principles

– Certification

  – Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate in Paediatric First Aid, valid for a specified period