Paediatric First Aid (Intensive)

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

City College Plymouth (HSE Approved Centre)

 

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This is a specialist first aid course for those who work with children between five and 12 years of age. It is designed for those who work with children and satisfies OFSTED requirements for childcare settings and the Childcare Register.

The course includes:

  • assessing and priorities of care
  • CPR and all aspects of basic life support (BLS) for babies and children
  • managing unconsciousness
  • control of bleeding and the treatment of minor wounds
  • care and use of first aid equipment
  • recognition and treatment of burns and scalds
  • recognition and treatment of fractures and soft tissue injuries
  • recognise and treat common injuries and illnesses until the arrival of medical aid
  • overview of relevant legislation, reporting and recording.

This course would be an ideal addition for people that have attended the Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work course or as a stand alone qualification for those working within childcare settings.

Progression 

Those who complete the course will be awarded a certificate which is valid for three years. This is a useful qualification for those working with children or for parents of young children.

Entry Requirements 

There are no specific entry requirements.

Duration 

One day

Business Benefits 

This course is designed for those who work with children over five years of age. It satisfies OFSTED requirements for childcare settings and the Childcare Register.

If you work with children aged 12-16 an adult first aid certificate is appropriate.

If you work with children under five, the Early Years Foundation recommends a minimum 12 hour course - please contact us for details and prices.

Run On Demand? 

No

Are there any exams? 

During the course there is continual assessment of practical skills by the instructor. Successful outcome is based on your practical work. 

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

Ongoing assessment of practical skills during the seven hour course.

When can I study? 

Various days, 9.00am - 5.00pm
Course Facts

2 July 2012

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

1 August 2012

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. per year. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Instalments are not available for paying for course fees.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

15 October 2012

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

7 December 2012

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

13 February 2013

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

22 April 2013

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

21 June 2013

Short-course

Goschen Centre

£55. There is no discount on this course if you receive benefits. Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

PAE


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

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