Paediatric First Aid 


This course is designed to give the participant a good general knowledge of First Aid Principles with special emphasis on potential hazards particular to children. 

Course contents:

  • Responsibility of a First Aider
  • Patient approach, assessment and management of the scene
  • CPR and AED training – child and infant
  • Choking –child and infant
  • Common medical emergencies – Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Anaphylaxis, poisons, bites & stings
  • Dealing with unconsciousness
  • Bleeds – Bandages and slings
  • Fractures
  • Head injuries
  • Burns and scalds, chemical burns & electric shock
  • Critical incident stress management
This is a 4 hour training, upon successful completion participants will receive an Absolute Training Ireland certificate that is valid for 2 years.