CPR and Paediatric First Aid Course

Course Overview

The CPR and Paediatric First Aid Course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond confidently to cardiac emergencies and childhood medical incidents. This qualification focuses on life-saving CPR techniques, paediatric emergency procedures, casualty assessment, and professional responsibilities when caring for infants and children.

This course is ideal for parents, childcare providers, teachers, nursery staff, babysitters, healthcare assistants, and individuals seeking to develop emergency response skills in both adult and paediatric settings.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider in adult and paediatric emergencies

Apply legal responsibilities, safeguarding principles, and duty of care

Conduct primary and secondary assessments of casualties

Perform CPR on adults, children, and infants

Manage choking incidents in babies and young children

Respond effectively to seizures, allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and shock

Place a casualty in the recovery position safely and correctly

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence required to:

• Act quickly and effectively in life-threatening situations
• Provide safe and structured emergency care to adults and children
• Stabilise casualties until professional medical assistance arrives
• Promote safety awareness in home, school, and workplace environments

(Exact certification details may vary depending on awarding body requirements.)

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Parents and Guardians
• Nursery and Childcare Staff
• Teachers and Teaching Assistants
• Babysitters and Nannies
• Healthcare and Support Workers
• Anyone wishing to learn CPR and paediatric first aid skills

No prior experience is required.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to CPR and Paediatric First Aid

Legal Responsibilities and Safeguarding

Primary and Secondary Casualty Assessment

Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Techniques

Choking Management Procedures

Managing Medical Emergencies in Children

First Aid Equipment and Emergency Planning

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through fully online, interactive modules developed by qualified professionals. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone, with 24/7 learning assistance available.

Assessment

Assessment is knowledge-based and conducted online. It includes:

• Multiple-choice questions
• Scenario-based assessments
• Automatic marking with instant results

Learners may retake the final assessment as many times as required at no additional cost.

Accreditation

This course is CPD accredited, ensuring up-to-date knowledge and recognised professional development standards.

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners will receive an instant digital certificate. A printed hard copy certificate can also be dispatched by post (additional shipping charges may apply).

While certificates do not expire, annual renewal is recommended to ensure continued competence and updated best practices.

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