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First Aid for Children

This is a very basic introduction to First Aid and Defibrillation for children and aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 11, but it can suit children of any age.
The course is kept at a basic level with no use of confusing terminologies.
The course will show complete respect for the child’s ability, make it educational and practical, and instil the importance of helping someone who is poorly or injured.
This is a massive and unique opportunity for you to expand your training provision into an area that is there year on year with over 4 million children being your target audience!
This flexible course is aimed at:
• Primary schools
• Sports clubs
• Organisations such as cubs and brownies

This course has been developed for those who are working with children and infants. It will be of particular interest to teachers, child minders, crèche assistants, playgroup personnel and anyone else who has a responsibility for their welfare whilst in your care. It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and infants, who wish to gain a nationally accredited Level 3 Award. This two-day course satisfies the guidelines and criteria as laid down by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Ofsted. In order to obtain this qualification, you must attend both days and complete the two units of accreditation.

A range of subjects are covered including:

At N-LIGHTEN we can deliver a wide range of bespoke training to suit your individual needs including all Mandatory subjects and incorporating Basic Life Support, Health and Safety, Risk Assessment, Food Hygiene, Manual Handling, Report Writing, Equality and Diversity, Duty of Care and a wider range of courses
  • What is First Aid?
  • Defibrillation
  • First Aid kits
  • Recovery position
  • Choking
  • Resuscitation (CPR)
  • DR ABC
  • Wounds and bleeding
  • Asthma
  • Shock
  • Safety
  • Communication and contacting the emergency services