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SQA Paediatric First Aid SCQF Level 6

Paediatric First Aid Course. This Paediatric First Aid Course has been developed for those who are working with children and infants. It will be of particular interest to teachers, child minders, crèche assistants, playgroup personnel and anyone else who has a responsibility for their welfare whilst in your care. It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and infants, who wish to gain a nationally accredited Level 6 Award.

This two-day course on Paediatric First Aid satisfies the guidelines and criteria as laid down by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and OFSTED. In order to obtain this qualification, you must attend both days and complete the two units of accreditation.

Outcomes

Unit 1 Title: Paediatric Emergency First Aid

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider.
  • Be able to assess an emergency situation safely.
  • Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are unresponsive.
  • Be able to provide first aid to an infant and a child who is choking.
  • Be able to provide first aid to an infant and a child with external bleeding.
  • Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is suffering from shock.
  • Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with bites, stings and minor injuries.

Unit 2 Title: Managing Paediatric Illness and Injury

  • Be able to provide first aid to an infant or child with suspected injuries to bones, muscles and joints.
  • Understand how to administer first aid to an infant and a child with conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose.
  • Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness.
  • Know how to provide first aid to an infant or child who is experiencing extremes of body temperature.
  • Know how to provide first aid to an infant or child who has sustained an electric shock.
  • Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with burns and scalds.
  • Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected poisoning.

Duration

A minimum of 12 hours makes up these two units consisting of theoretical and practical work.

Certification

SQA Paediatric First Aid Course assessment is on-going by the assessor in respect of the candidate’s practical skills and there will be a question paper to answer in respect of their knowledge. A three-year SQA certificate will be issued subject to assessment.

Entry requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements however Candidates must be physically able to carry out procedures required to meet assessment criteria.

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