Level 2 in Paediatric First Aid

This first aid training course is accredited with the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (QFQUAL) and the Welsh Assembly Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS).

The course qualify candidates for vocationally related qualifications which attract funding under Section 96 and/or Section 97 of the Learning and Skills Act 2000 and are eligible to be used to qualify candidates taking part in ESF and SME funded programmes.

The Level 2 Certificate in Paediatric First Aid is a vocationally related qualification that provides candidates with an opportunity to study and be assessed in both practical and theoretical aspects of primary and secondary care of paediatric first aid. A minimum of 14 guided learning hours (2 days). On successful completion of the Level 2 Certificate in Paediatric First Aid, candidates will be able to, describe the duties, responsibilities, general treatment principles and priorities of first aid provision to infant's, children and adolescents/adults in an Early Years Setting. Demonstrate an understanding of basic anatomy and physiology in relation to first aid. carry out an initial patient assessment and appropriate use of barriers and infection control. Recognise and respond to life threatening conditions that require resuscitation. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the pre-existing conditions and of common childhood illnesses. Recognise and respond to the signs and symptoms of common injuries and appropriate use of first aid equipment.

Qualification Accreditation Numbers

Qualification No: 100/4500/4 Unit Numbers Unit 1 Provide Emergency First Aid (Primary Care) in Early Years Settings : T/102/7125. Unit 2 Recognition and First Aid treatment (secondary care) of illness and injuries in Early Years Settings A/102/7126

Assessment

Candidates will be assessed against the assessment criteria of the qualification via a combination of internal and external assessment components:

* Internal Assessment - Practical assessment of skills combined with oral questioning of underpinning knowledge and understanding covering the entire qualification.
* External Assessment - A multiple choice question paper.

Approvals

This qualification meets the requirements for the HSE Appointed Persons in the Workplace, has received support from the Early Years NTO and approvals from Preschool Learning Alliance (PLA) and the National Childminding Association (NCMA).