Introduction
First Aid in Early Years is a complete CPR and first aid training programme for anyone working with children and infants.
It equips anyone working in the early years sector with the skills they need to respond efficiently to an ill or injured child or infant prior to the arrival of the emergency services.
The course is recognised as being suitable for those working within the early years setting by OFSTED, CACHE, the Pre-School Learning Alliance and the National Child Minding Association.
This course meets the guidelines issued by the HSE for Appointed Person training.
This course meets the guidelines issued by the HSE for Appointed Person training.
Candidates
The First Aid in Early Years course is designed for anyone who has responsibility to respond to a first aid emergency within an early years setting. This includes play groups, pre-schools, nursery schools, play schemes, breakfast and after-school clubs.
Content
The First Aid in Early Years course covers the following Primary and Secondary Care skills …
Primary Care Skills
• Introduction
• NCMA/PLA Specific Introduction
• ‘Setup’ and Barriers
• Initial Assessment
• Rescue Breathing
• One-Rescuer CPR
• Choking Management
• Control Bleeding
• Shock Management
• Continuing Circle of Care
• Illness Assessment
• Injury Assessment
Secondary Care Skills
• Respiratory Problems
• Allergic Reaction
• Poisoning
• Diabetic Emergencies
• Seizures
• Febrile Convulsions
• Meningitis
• Sickle Cell Anaemia
• Motor Vehicle Passsanger Safety
• Spinal Injuries
• Head Injuries
• Fractures and Dislocations
• Scenario Practice
• Wounds and Bandaging
• Eye Injuries
• Fire Prevention
• Foreign Bodies in the Ear
• Foreign Bodies in the Nose
• Burn Prevention and Care
• Exposure to Cold
• Exposure to Heat
• Final Scenario
• First Aid Boxes & Kits
• Accident Book
Course
The Course is delivered over either two full days or an equivalent. We often deliver the course over four evenings or two evenings and a single day.
We have no problems fitting in with existing work shift patterns and are happy to teach the course early morning, late evening, overnight or at the weekend if required. You choose what suits you!
As with all of our first aid courses, delivery is through the use of an instructor-led training programme and hands-on practice.
The way in which the Course is delivered is varied dependant on the nature of the group and their existing knowledge of first aid. All participants receive a course manual.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out by the trainer at the end of the course. This takes the form of a 10 question multiple choice test and practical performance evaluation.
Successful candidates are awarded a certificate recognising their participation and achievement on the course. The award is valid for three years.
Accessibility
We do everything we can to ensure that our courses are accessible to all.
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