First Aid for Childhood Accidents

Overview

The First Aid for Childhood Accidents course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge to recognise when something is wrong and provide help to a child who has had an accident. It focuses on immediate responses to common childhood accidents.

This course does not cover care of an unconscious baby or child, or any childhood illnesses such as asthma, croup, breathing problems, seizures, meningitis, or acute allergic reactions – these are available in separate modules.

This is an excellent training package for parents and child carers to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace.

Course Format

The course consists of illustrated step-by-step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and short test-yourself sections. It is fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and, on completion, print your certificate.

• Estimated Duration: Around 4 hours
• Access: 12 months continuous access

Important Note

It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real-life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice.

Author

The course material has been written by Emma Hammett, Qualified Nurse, First Aid Trainer and founder of First Aid for Life, in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. For queries concerning this course, please contact: emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk

Course Contents

• Action in an Emergency
• Role of the First Aider
• The Primary Survey – How to Help in an Emergency
• Breathing Problems
• Choking
• Drowning
• How to Help in an Asthma Attack
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Shock
• Fainting
• Bites and Stings
• Burns
• Poisoning
• Breaks, Sprains and Dislocations
• Head Injuries
• Spinal Injuries