The Combined Emergency First Aid at Work and Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is designed for individuals responsible for providing first aid to both adults and children in various settings, such as schools, sports clubs, and childcare environments. This comprehensive training equips participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage a range of emergency situations involving both age groups.
**Course Duration and Structure:**
– **Duration:** Typically, the course is completed over one extended day, lasting approximately 7 hours.
– **Certification:** Upon successful completion, participants receive a Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work and a Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid.
– **Validity:** Certificates are valid for three years, after which re-certification is required.
**Key Topics Covered:**
– Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
– Assessing an incident
– Adult, child, and infant CPR and defibrillation
– Managing unresponsive casualties
– Choking procedures for all age groups
– Wound management, bleeding control, and shock
– Treatment of minor injuries, including cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, and scalds
– Handling bites and stings
The course emphasises practical skills, ensuring participants are confident in applying first aid techniques in real-life situations. It is suitable for individuals aged 14 and above, provided they can perform practical tasks at floor level.
Enrolling in this course ensures that you are well-prepared to handle emergency situations involving both adults and children, fulfilling legal responsibilities and contributing to a safer environment in your workplace or community.