First Aid Course for Parents/Carers

First Aid courses tailored specifically for parents and carers are designed to equip them with the knowledge and skills to handle common injuries and emergencies that can occur with children. These courses cover a range of scenarios from minor cuts and scrapes to more serious incidents like choking or allergic reactions, providing parents with the confidence to act quickly and effectively when their child is in need.

Prices starting from:

£30.00

10% discount on yearly refresher courses.


Target Audience

  • Parents and Guardians: Especially those with infants, toddlers, and young children.
  • Expecting Parents: To prepare them for potential emergencies with newborns.
  • Caretakers and Babysitters: Individuals who regularly look after children.

Course Details

  • Standard Course: Typically 4-6 hours, either in one session or split across multiple sessions.
  • Shorter Workshops: 2-3 hour focused sessions on specific first aid topics for children.
  • Locations: I can attend work venues and home settings within the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and London areas.
  • Participants: Minimum of 4 participants.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Basic First Aid Knowledge: Learn how to assess situations and respond appropriately.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Equip parents with the skills to handle common childhood emergencies.
  • Confidence Building: Empower parents to act quickly and effectively when needed.

Certification and Continuing Education

  • Completion Certificates: Issued upon completing the course, often valid for a specific period (e.g., 2 years).
  • Refresher Courses: Encouraged to keep skills up to date.

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Course Content

Introduction to First Aid for Parents
  • Importance of First Aid: Why it’s essential for parents to have first aid skills.
  • Basic Principles: Overview of the key principles of first aid, including staying calm, assessing the situation, and knowing when to seek help.
Responding to Medical Emergencies
  • Calling for Help: How and when to call emergency services (999/112), and what information to provide.
  • DR ABC: Introduction to the primary survey (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation).
Choking
  • Recognizing Choking: Signs of partial and complete airway obstruction in babies, toddlers, and older children.
  • Interventions:
    • Infant Choking: Back blows and chest thrusts.
    • Child Choking: Back blows and abdominal thrusts.
  • Practice: Hands-on practice using mannequins.
CPR for Infants and Children
  • When to Perform CPR: Understanding when CPR is needed.
  • CPR Techniques:
    • Infant CPR: Focus on gentle compressions and breaths for infants under 1 year.
    • Child CPR: Adapted techniques for children aged 1-8 years.
  • Using an AED: Basic introduction to using an Automated External Defibrillator on children.
Managing Bleeding and Wounds
  • Minor Cuts and Scrapes: Cleaning and dressing wounds properly.
  • Nosebleeds: Techniques to control nosebleeds in children.
  • Severe Bleeding: How to apply pressure and use bandages to control bleeding.
Burns and Scalds
  • Immediate Care: Cooling burns under running water, avoiding home remedies that can worsen the injury.
  • When to Seek Medical Attention: Understanding the severity of burns and knowing when to get professional help.
Fever and Febrile Seizures
  • Managing Fever: Safe ways to reduce a child’s fever, when to worry, and when to seek medical attention.
  • Febrile Seizures: Understanding what febrile seizures are, how to keep the child safe during one, and when to seek help.
Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis
  • Recognizing Allergic Reactions: Symptoms of mild and severe reactions, including anaphylaxis.
  • Using an EpiPen: How to correctly administer an EpiPen and the importance of seeking emergency medical care immediately after.
Poisoning
  • Common Household Poisons: Identifying potential hazards in the home, such as cleaning products, medications, and plants.
  • First Aid for Poisoning: What to do if a child ingests something poisonous, including when to call Poison Control or emergency services.
Fractures and Sprains
  • Recognizing Broken Bones: Signs of fractures in children, and how to immobilize the injury.
  • Sprains and Strains: Managing sprains with the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
Dealing with Head Injuries
  • Recognizing Concussions: Signs of a concussion in children and when to seek medical attention.
  • Immediate Care: What to do if a child has a head injury, including monitoring symptoms and ensuring they get checked by a healthcare professional.
Role-Playing and Practice Scenarios
  • Interactive Scenarios: Practical exercises to simulate real-life situations, helping parents practice what they’ve learned.
  • Group Discussions: Analysing scenarios, sharing experiences, and reinforcing key concepts.
Creating a Safe Home Environment
  • Childproofing: Tips on making the home safer for children to prevent accidents.
  • Emergency Kits: Essentials to have on hand, including first aid supplies and emergency contacts.

Why First Aid for Parents is Important

A First Aid course for parents is a vital resource, empowering them to protect their children and handle emergencies with confidence and skill.

Immediate Response

Parents are often the first to respond when a child is injured or ill, so knowing what to do is critical.

Prevention and Preparedness

Helps parents create a safer environment and be prepared for emergencies.

Peace of Mind

Equips parents with the confidence to care for their children in emergencies, reducing anxiety and stress.