Highfield Paediatric First Aid

The Highfield Award in Emergency First Aid at Work at SCQF Level 6 Blended Learning has been developed and is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). The SCQF is a qualification framework regulated by SQA Accreditation.

This qualification is aimed at individuals wishing to gain the knowledge and skills required to enable them to provide effective emergency paediatric first aid. It is intended for learners such as parents and relatives, pre-school or nursery staff, toddler group volunteers, childminders and nannies, au pairs and foster parents, or anyone who has to deliver first aid as part of their role 
in either childcare settings or a domestic environment.

Aim

  • The purpose of this Unit is to assess the knowledge, understanding and skills required to deal with a range of paediatric illnesses, injuries and emergencies.  

Venue

  • UHI Orkney, East Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1LX

Duration

  • One day In-person attendance
Students outside the main UHI Orkney building

Entry Requirements

  • It is recommended that learners are a minimum of 16 years of age and advised that learners have a minimum of National 5 (or equivalent) English and are physically capable of completing the practical assessment.
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Course Content

This is a continuous assessment course.  The course will cover the following topics: 

  • the roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first-aider
  • assessing an emergency situation safely
  • CPR and AED
  • administering first aid to a choking infant or child
  • putting a casualty in the recovery position
  • dealing with shock, bleeds, bites, stings and minor injuries

All candidates are required to complete a short multiple-choice test as part of the assessment. If you require additional support please contact Orkney College prior to the start of the course. If you require additional support, please contact UHI Orkney at the time of booking.

Download the information sheet

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Staff

Teaching staff are experts in their field.

Your instructors will be either June Bacon, Stuart Dane, Nick Lyon, Rosemary Ryrie.

The course was logical, enjoyable and well delivered. The trainer was engaging and knowledgeable. 

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On the Day

  • Wear appropriate clothing, as you will be taking part in practical demonstrations
  • You must bring photographic ID e.g. a driving licence or passport with you on the day of the course
  • Please report to reception on arrival
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