Course Information

Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Suitable Candidate
Anyone wishing to become a paediatric first-aider in the workplace with responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, such as nursery staff, school staff, childminders, and carers.
Pre-Course Requirements
None — no prior qualifications or first aid knowledge required.

Assessment Methods
Practical assessments and multiple-choice questions.

Duration
2 Days

Course Syllabus
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • Dealing with:
  • ~Shock
  • ~Scalds
  • ~Bleeds
  • ~Bites
  • ~Stings
  • ~Minor injuries
  • Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis
  • Dealing with casualties with:
  • ~Fractures
  • ~Spinal injuries
  • ~Head injuries
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Paediatric First Aid

This regulated qualification is for those responsible for the care of infants and children, covering CPR, AED use, and key emergency situations. It meets HSE requirements, is valid for three years, and is delivered by an approved Highfield Centre.

Course Information

Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Suitable Candidate
Anyone wishing to become a paediatric first-aider in the workplace with responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, such as nursery staff, school staff, childminders, and carers.
Pre-Course Requirements
None — no prior qualifications or first aid knowledge required.

Assessment Methods
Practical assessments and multiple-choice questions.

Duration
2 Days

Course Syllabus
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • Dealing with:
  • ~Shock
  • ~Scalds
  • ~Bleeds
  • ~Bites
  • ~Stings
  • ~Minor injuries
  • Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis
  • Dealing with casualties with:
  • ~Fractures
  • ~Spinal injuries
  • ~Head injuries

Course Information

Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Suitable Candidate
Anyone wishing to become a paediatric first-aider in the workplace with responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, such as nursery staff, school staff, childminders, and carers.
Pre-Course Requirements
None — no prior qualifications or first aid knowledge required.

Assessment Methods
Practical assessments and multiple-choice questions.

Duration
2 Days

Course Syllabus
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • Dealing with:
  • ~Shock
  • ~Scalds
  • ~Bleeds
  • ~Bites
  • ~Stings
  • ~Minor injuries
  • Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis
  • Dealing with casualties with:
  • ~Fractures
  • ~Spinal injuries
  • ~Head injuries

Course Information

Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Suitable Candidate
Anyone wishing to become a paediatric first-aider in the workplace with responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, such as nursery staff, school staff, childminders, and carers.
Pre-Course Requirements
None — no prior qualifications or first aid knowledge required.

Assessment Methods
Practical assessments and multiple-choice questions.

Duration
2 Days

Course Syllabus
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • Dealing with:
  • ~Shock
  • ~Scalds
  • ~Bleeds
  • ~Bites
  • ~Stings
  • ~Minor injuries
  • Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis
  • Dealing with casualties with:
  • ~Fractures
  • ~Spinal injuries
  • ~Head injuries

Course Information

Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid
Suitable Candidate
Anyone wishing to become a paediatric first-aider in the workplace with responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, such as nursery staff, school staff, childminders, and carers.
Pre-Course Requirements
None — no prior qualifications or first aid knowledge required.

Assessment Methods
Practical assessments and multiple-choice questions.

Duration
2 Days

Course Syllabus
  • Roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • Administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • Dealing with:
  • ~Shock
  • ~Scalds
  • ~Bleeds
  • ~Bites
  • ~Stings
  • ~Minor injuries
  • Providing first aid to an infant or child with anaphylaxis
  • Dealing with casualties with:
  • ~Fractures
  • ~Spinal injuries
  • ~Head injuries

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