RQF Level 3 Award Qualification title: FAA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid

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The qualification is designed for learners with a responsibility for the care of children and babies and provides knowledge and skills to deal with  a range of paediatric first aid conditions and incidents.

Duration

1-day course; Minimum of 6 hours

Number of candidates

A maximum of 12 candidates are allowed per instructor.

Syllabus

A range of subjects are covered including:

• Role of the Paediatric First Aider  

• Primary survey 

• Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED) 

• Wounds, bleeding and shock  

• Seizure  

• Choking  

• Minor injuries  

• Recovery position

Certification

Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor, and a three year qualification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria. In addition, the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of three hours.