A refresher course that revalidates the initial two day course. It must take place before the 3 year period has elapsed and will cover in brief all of the topics that are taught on the two day course.

The module will ensure that the personnel attending are still competent in conducting emergency First Aid for children and babies.

Course Structure:

Introduction & Welcome

Explanation of course
Tutor introduction to delegates
Delegate introduction to each other
Paperwork

Responsibilities of the First Aider

Responsibilities of the First Aider
The First Aid box
Casualty Communication

Primary & Secondary

DRABC
How to make a diagnosis
Top to Toe survey
The recovery position

Disorders of Respiration

Choking
Asthma

Principles of Resuscitation

Airway obstruction
Procedures for artificial ventilation in children and babies
Procedures for cardio pulmonary resuscitation in children and babies

Head Injuries

Concussion
Skull Fracture
Cerebral Compression

Wounds & Bleeding

Types of wounds
Types of bleeding
Preventing cross-infection
General rules for the treatment of wounds

Burns & Scalds

How burns are caused
How ski reacts to a burn
Treatment of burns

Fractures

Types of fractures
Treatment of fractures

Childhood Conditions

Signs, symptoms and treatment for
• Seizures
• Absence seizures
• Meningitis
• Diabetes
• Allergic reaction
• Anaphylactic shock

Assessment

Explain process
Written paper
Practical assessment