Advanced OSHAA 30-Hours Child First Aid Emergency Course
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in First Aid for Pediatric Emergencies is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies involving infants and children. It focuses on providing immediate care in critical situations where quick and accurate action can help save lives and prevent complications.
This course covers key areas such as basic life support, CPR for infants and children, choking management, injury care, burns, bleeding control, allergic reactions, and emergency response procedures. Learners will also gain an understanding of how to assess emergency situations, maintain safety, and provide appropriate first aid until professional medical help arrives.
By completing this training, participants will be prepared to handle a wide range of pediatric emergencies with confidence and responsibility. It is ideal for caregivers, teachers, childcare workers, healthcare assistants, parents, and anyone responsible for the care and safety of children who wants to develop life-saving first aid skills.
OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in First Aid for Pediatric Emergencies
To enroll in the OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in First Aid for Pediatric Emergencies, learners should meet the following prerequisites:
- Age Requirement: Applicants should be at least 16 years of age at the time of registration.
- Educational Background: A minimum of secondary school education (or equivalent) is recommended. Prior qualifications such as certificates or training in First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Healthcare Assistance, Nursing, Childcare, or Emergency Care can be beneficial but are not mandatory.
- Language Proficiency: Basic understanding of English is required to comprehend emergency procedures, medical instructions, and training materials effectively.
- Work Experience: No prior experience is required. However, individuals working or intending to work in childcare, healthcare, education, or emergency support roles will benefit the most from this course.
This course is suitable for both beginners and professionals who want to develop or strengthen their ability to respond to pediatric medical emergencies.
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to Pediatric First Aid (3 Hours)
- Understand the importance of pediatric first aid and its role in child healthcare.
- Learn the basic principles of first aid specific to children and infants.
- Develop the ability to respond to emergencies involving children in a calm and efficient manner.
Understanding Pediatric Anatomy and Physiology (4 Hours)
- Gain knowledge of the unique physiological differences between children and adults.
- Understand how these differences affect the way children’s bodies respond to illness, injury, and emergencies.
- Recognise the impact of developmental stages on medical conditions and first aid procedures for children.
Assessing Pediatric Medical Emergencies (3 Hours)
- Learn how to assess and prioritise pediatric medical emergencies effectively.
- Understand how to identify the severity of injuries and illnesses in children.
- Develop skills to perform a systematic assessment of a child in an emergency situation.
CPR for Infants, Children, and Toddlers (4 Hours)
- Master the techniques of performing CPR on infants, children, and toddlers.
- Understand the differences in CPR techniques for various age groups.
- Gain the confidence to respond appropriately to a child experiencing a cardiac emergency.
Managing Choking Incidents in Children (3 Hours)
- Learn how to recognise signs of choking in children and infants.
- Gain practical skills for performing back blows and chest thrusts to clear an airway obstruction.
- Understand when and how to seek further medical assistance during a choking incident.
Treating Burns, Bleeding, and Fractures in Children (4 Hours)
- Learn how to assess and treat burns of different degrees in children.
- Understand the best practices for managing bleeding and fractures in children.
- Develop the skills to apply immediate first aid to injuries such as cuts, fractures, and burns effectively.
Recognising and Managing Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis (5 Hours)
- Identify common allergens and understand how they can cause allergic reactions in children.
- Learn how to recognise the signs of anaphylaxis and provide immediate treatment.
- Develop knowledge on how to use epinephrine and other medical interventions during severe allergic reactions.
Managing Respiratory Emergencies in Children (4 Hours)
- Understand the common causes of respiratory emergencies in children, such as asthma and choking.
- Learn how to assess and manage respiratory distress in infants and children.
- Gain skills to assist a child experiencing breathing difficulties, including the use of inhalers or oxygen if necessary.
This course provides essential knowledge and practical skills to respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies involving infants and children, helping to save lives and reduce the severity of injuries.
- Career Enhancement: Strengthen professional skills in healthcare, childcare, and education roles
- Life-Saving Skills: Learn how to respond to critical pediatric emergencies
- CPR Training: Gain knowledge of child and infant CPR techniques
- Emergency Response: Develop confidence in handling urgent medical situations
- Injury Management: Learn first aid for burns, cuts, fractures, and bleeding
- Choking Response: Understand how to manage choking incidents in children
- Allergy Awareness: Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
- Safety Assessment: Learn how to assess and secure emergency environments
- Quick Decision-Making: Improve ability to act quickly under pressure
- Caregiver Confidence: Build confidence in caring for children during emergencies
This course is designed for individuals who are responsible for the care, safety, and well-being of infants and children, or who may encounter pediatric emergencies in professional or community settings.
- Childcare Workers: Daycare staff, nursery teachers, and early childhood caregivers
- Teachers & School Staff: Primary school teachers, teaching assistants, and school support staff
- Healthcare Professionals: Nurses, pediatric staff, paramedics, and medical assistants
- Parents & Guardians: Individuals caring for infants and young children at home
- Caregivers & Babysitters: Individuals providing home-based child care services
- Emergency Responders: First responders, community volunteers, and rescue staff
- Community Health Workers: Individuals supporting family and child health programs
- Hospital Support Staff: Non-clinical staff working in pediatric care environments
- Social Workers: Professionals supporting child welfare and family services
- NGO & Child Support Workers: Staff involved in child health and safety programs
- Students in Healthcare Fields: Learners preparing for careers in nursing, medicine, or emergency care
- Sports Coaches & Activity Supervisors: Individuals responsible for children in sports and recreational activities
- Au Pair & Domestic Childcare Providers: Individuals providing in-home child supervision
- Anyone Responsible for Child Safety: Individuals who want to be prepared for pediatric emergencies
