WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Childminders and all those working in pre-schools, playgroups, or full day care settings and caring for the under 8's (meeting OFSTED requirements). 

COURSE DURATION                                                       

Two days (12 hours).

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction to relevant legislation and regulations:

- Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981;

- Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Introduction to first aid:

- Scene safety;

- Priorities of treatment;

- Emergency action plans;

- Checking the first aid kit.

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR):

- Adult;

- Child;

- Infant.

Care of the unconscious casualty, including:

- Primary and secondary surveys;

- Recovery position.

Recognition and basic treatment of serious medical conditions, such as:

- Fainting;

- Drowning;

- Epilepsy;

- Diabetes;

- Poisoning;

- Shock;

- Head injuries;

- Spinal injury;

- Hypothermia;

- Choking.

Recognition and treatment of childhood illness, such as:

- Febrile convulsions;

- Meningitis;

- Asthma;

- Croup;

- Anaphylaxis (including the use of an EpiPen®).

Control of bleeding and bandaging techniques. 

Treatment of minor injuries, such as:

- Eye injuries;

- Animal bites;

- Insect stings;

- Nose bleeds;

- Burns and scalds;

- Soft tissue injuries (sprains and strains).

Recognition of broken bones (fractures).

Reporting of accidents/incidents.

ASSESSMENT

Continuous assessment by the trainer throughout the course.

CERTIFICATION

A certificate of attendance (valid for 3 years) will be issued on successful completion of the course.