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Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) 

The qualification is designed for learners with a responsibility for the care of children and babies and provides a knowledge and skills to deal with a range of paediatric first aid conditions and incidents. 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. The FAA Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification is unit 1 of the two-day FAA Paediatric First Aid qualification. From gaining this Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification learners could progress to completing unit 2 and being awarded the 2-day FAA Award in Paediatric First Aid. 

What is the duration of the course? Total qualification time is 7 hours, with at least 6 Guided Learning Hours in the classroom, plus some pre-course study. The qualification can be delivered over a maximum of a 4-week period, with each training session being a minimum of 2 hours.

What is the Syllabus of the course? A range of subjects covered including:- 1. Role of the Paediatric First Aider 2. Seizure 3. Primary survey 4. Chocking 5. Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED) 6. Minor injuries 7. Wounds, bleeding, and shock 8. Recovery position

What is the requirement of the course? The qualification is assessed both through practical demonstration and oral questioning. A learner must successfully pass a practical assessment to achieve the qualification. There is no grading of the assessment; learners pass or are referred.

What qualification will I receive? 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 requalify for a further three years.

Designed for learners with a responsibility for the care of children or minors.
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