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Who needs this qualification? This qualification is suitable for all people working in an early years environment including teachers, classroom helpers, school secretaries and bus drivers, youth workers, babysitters, parents, grand parents and those working and helping in crèches, nursery schools, playgroups and with other pre-school and after school activities.
Subjects covered
- First Aid Roles & Responsibilities
- Resuscitation of Babies & Children
- Recognition of the Symptoms of Shock
- How to cope with Wounds & Bleeding
- Treatment of Burns & Scalds
- Treatment of Bites & Stings
- The Causes of Unconsciousness
- Treatment of Asthma
- Treatment of Head Injuries
- Treatment of Soft Tissue Injuries
- Recognition of the Causes & Treatment of Choking
- Recognition of Symptoms and Treatment of Poisoning
- Recognition of Symptoms and Treatment of Epileptic Seizures
- Recognition of Symptoms and Treatment of Diabetic Emergencies
- The contents of HSE approved First Aid Kit
Outcomes
On completing this qualification candidates will have the skill and competence to deal with emergency situations when looking after children.
Course Information
Duration: Two day programme
Assessment: Ongoing oral and practical assessment of competence throughout the course including CPR
Certification: Successful candidates will receive a certificate.
Prerequisite: None
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