Level 3
Course Breakdown
Course Breakdown
Target Audience
This course is tailored for professionals working in early years settings, such as nurseries, day centres, after-school clubs, and crèches. Participants will gain essential skills and knowledge to effectively respond to emergencies in these environments.
It is essential for these settings to maintain an adequate number of staff holding a ‘2-day’ qualification, such as the QNUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF).
Qualification Purpose
This qualification equips learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for first aiders in early years environments. Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of emergency paediatric first aid, as outlined by the Department for Education in September 2016.
Qualification Objective
This qualification certifies that an individual is capable of undertaking a specific role within the workplace, providing assurance to employers regarding their competence in emergency paediatric first aid.
Prerequisites
This level 3 paediatric first aid course is specifically designed for individuals aged 16 and over who are prepared to assume the responsibilities associated with being an emergency paediatric first aider.
It is strongly recommended that candidates possess a minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy skills, or an equivalent qualification, to ensure they can comprehend and apply the course material effectively.
Participants will be required to demonstrate first aid procedures in a practical environment, including performing CPR on a casualty positioned on the floor. Therefore, it is essential that they are physically capable of executing these tasks. There are no additional prerequisites for this qualification.
Course content and assessment
There are 5 mandatory and 1 optional practical assessment for this qualification:
• Infant CPR and safe use of an AED
• Child CPR and safe use of an AED
• Choking casualty
• Paediatric wounds, bleeding and shock
• Unconscious casualty
• Catastrophic bleeding (optional extra)
Theory assessment is by multiple choice question papers – there is 1 paper for each Learner. Each learner is given 25 mins to complete the exam. The minimum mark is 11 out of 15 to be considered for an overall ‘Pass’.
Course Trainer
Your First Aid Trainer:
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Our trainer is a highly experienced First Aid Instructor with over 15 years of practical first aid teaching experience.
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They are also a qualified Health and Safety Trainer, having previously worked as an Adult Education Trainer for Westminster Adult Education (WEAS), specialising in First Aid, Defibrillator use, and Health and Safety courses.
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The trainer holds diplomas in both Health and Safety and First Aid, ensuring they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the training sessions.
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Their comprehensive background enables them to provide participants with practical skills and a thorough understanding of best practices in emergency situations.
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