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Paediatric First Aid at Work
By Aplus Medical Services & Training
Paediatric First Aid Paediatric First Aid at Work Two Day Course Cost: £125 + vat per person 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. The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of paediatric first-aid situations. This two-day qualification fulfils the requirements for first aid training detailed in the Department for Education’s statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. SYLLABUS A range of subjects is covered, including: Role of the Paediatric First Aider Primary survey Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED) Wounds, bleeding and shock Allergic reactions including anaphylaxis Head, neck and back injuries Seizure Choking Minor injuries Recovery position Fractures Foreign bodies Diabetic emergencies Asthma Meningitis Febrile convulsions Extreme cold and heat Electrical incidents Maximum of 12 People Students must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify. Numbers A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course. CERTIFICATION The qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training. The learner will need to complete the full course again to re-qualify for a further three years. First Aid • Life-Saving Skills First Aid Training is not just a Course; it’s a life-saving skill everyone should possess. It’s about being prepared for the unexpected knowing how to respond when seconds count. As Health & Safety Law mandates, employers must create a secure and healthy environment for their employees. This responsibility extends to providing immediate and effective First-Aid Care when necessary. We understand that learning is best achieved through practical application. That’s why we offer In-Person Workshops on First Aid. These workshops provide hands-on experience under the guidance of our highly qualified trainers. You’ll have the opportunity to practice what you’ve learned in a controlled environment before you need to apply it in real life. Upon completion of a First-Aid Qualification, employers can be assured that they have highly-trained personnel capable of responding swiftly and effectively to any First-Aid needs. This fulfils legal obligations and contributes to a safer, more caring work environment for all. In essence, the First Aid Certification is more than just a qualification; it’s an investment in the health and safety of your workforce.
Explain the importance of BLS Aims and Objectives Explain the importance of BLS Describe the Resuscitation Council UK BLS guidelines Perform basic life support in an emergency situation Course Contents Adult basic life support algorithm Adult basic life support sequence Recovery position Resuscitation of children Resuscitation of victims of drowning Risks to the rescuer and victim Initial rescue breaths Jaw thrust Agonal gasps Use of oxygen Mouth-to-nose ventilation Bag mask ventilation Chest compressions We can also add automated external defibrillators (AED) onto the course. If you would like this added please let us know at time of booking. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Nurses Paramedics Health Care Assistants Healthcare sector workers Anyone involved in healthcare Pharmacists
A Health & Safety Executive Approved course that complies with First Aid Regulations 1981 and includes AED familiarisation. This Course is ideal for smaller work places for persons in a lower risk work environment. Who Should Attend? Any member of an organisation who would find themselves in charge, or who has been appointed to take charge of first aid during a first aid emergency in the absence of a qualified First Aider. Course Content • Health & Safety • AED Familiarisation • First Aid Kit • Resuscitation/CPR - Adult, Child, Baby • Recovery Position • Choking - Adult, Child, Baby • Burns & Scalds • Poisoning including Anaphylaxis • Epilepsy • Shock • Bleeding & Nose Bleeds • Asthma • Head Injuries • Breaks, Sprains & Strains • Specific Conditions (Heart Attack) Assessment / Certification Independent qualified assessors carry out the assessments. Each delegate that passes will receive a Certificate valid for Three years. Please note that training can take place upto 3 months in advance of the Certificate expiry date. The new Certificate will be dated from the expiry date of the old Certificate.
Recent changes to Forestry Commission policy recommend those who work in the Forestry industry attend training which includes additional topics relevant to the risks and nature or their work. The Forestry Commission recommend topics including: Crush Injuries Catastrophic bleeding including chainsaw including chainsaw injuries and gun shot wounds Hypothermia / Exposure Suspension injuries Lyme's Disease Lightning & High Voltage injuries Casualty evacuation planning These are in addition to the normal Emergency First Aid criteria. Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for those who work or intend to work in a forestry, agricultural or remote environment, such as tree surgeons and farmers. Emergency First Aid Course Content Health & Safety First Aid Kit Resuscitation/CPR AED Familiarisation Recovery Position Choking - Adult, Child, Baby Burns & Scalds Poisoning including Anaphylaxis Epilepsy Shock Bleeding including Catastrophic bleeding Asthma Head Injuries Breaks, Sprains & Strains Specific Conditions (Heart Attack) Assessment / Certification Independent qualified assessors carry out the assessments. Each delegate that passes will receive a Certificate valid for Three years. Please note those holding a valid Certificate, training can take place up to 3 months in advance of the expiry date & the new Certificate will be dated from the expiry date of the old Certificate.
Learn CPR and Basic life support and make your mark on someone’s life. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help a person who has stopped breathing, and whose heart may have stopped beating, to quite simply stay alive. CPR and Basic Live Support training Learn CPR and Basic life support and make your mark on someone’s life. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help a person who has stopped breathing, and whose heart may have stopped beating, to quite simply stay alive. CPR is known to buy crucial extra minutes which can ultimately keep a victim in a state of potential successful resuscitation until paramedics arrive. This 3-hour course covers Basic Life Support skills and includes skills for adult, child and infant as well as healthcare variations on infant CPR. The course includes: safety, precautions, initial assessment, recovery position, CPR, compression only CPR, CPR handover and choking. This course complies with the latest ERC and UK Resuscitation Council Guidelines and is aimed at Healthcare Professionals with a duty to respond. Aims To provide the candidate with knowledge of the core skills that require emergency response first aid which also include the latest protocols from the UK resuscitation council guidelines and skills for health pertaining to Adult and Paediatric CPR & Basic life support ATTIRE AND DRESS CODE We would recommend for all female candidates to wear trousers, comfortable shoes so that they can all practice the technique of CPR effectively on the CPR manikins. Certificate valid for one year and complies with the latest ERC and UK Resuscitation Council Guidelines. Dates for 2024 (please choose one for your course): 29 April, 28 May, 24 June, 30 July, 27 August, 30 September, 28 October, 18 November, 23 December Duration: 3,5 hours Fee: £75.00 Time: 9:30am to 1pm Location – The Foundry, 156 Blackfriars Rd, London SE1 8EN (Southwark Station (2-3 min walk) and Waterloo/Blackfriars Station (10 min walk))
First Aid for Beauty Therapists, Aesthetic Practioners, Hairdressers and Salon Owners
(1)By First Aid for Life
Emergency First Aid at Work covering the full HSE syllabus Adapted for the beauty industry. The First Aid for Beauty Therapists course has been specifically developed for Beauty Therapists, Salon Owners, Beauticians, Hairdressers and Aesthetic Practitioners needed to accompany the Emergency First Aid at Work 6 hour first aid course adapted for the beauty industry. This course covers topics such as how to put someone into the recovery position, heart attacks, anaphylactic shock, burns and so much more. On completion you can download and print your certificate. Certificates are valid for 3 years and award an HSE Appointed Person First Aid qualification and can be used as evidence for verifiable CPD. The First Aid for Beauty Therapists course is also an excellent first aid training package for people to gain invaluable knowledge and skills and for those with English as a second language to prepare themselves to pass a practical first aid course. This is a convenient and easy way for businesses requiring an appointed person qualification to become first aid compliant. The content also serves as an excellent annual refresher covering the full HSE syllabus plus head injuries, heart attack, asthma and much more. This course fulfils all the criteria for Appointed Person first aid training, however a practical course is required in order to be a full first aider. The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. You will have continuous access to the course for 12 months. 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. The author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused. The First Aid for Beauty Therapists 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. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk Course Contents: Action in an emergency What to put in your first aid kit Unresponsive and breathing - Recovery position Resuscitation CPR Heart attacks and angina Choking Asthma Anaphylactic shock Wounds and bleeding Burns Breaks, sprains and dislocations Head injuries and Spinal injuries Fitting/seizures/convulsions
