First Aid Essentials for Children
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First Aid Essentials for Children
This course targets all laypersons such as parents, caregivers, guardians, au pairs, domestic workers and family members wanting to learn First Aid for children.
Course Description
The duration of the course is 6 hours, which can be split over 2 sessions.
Please note: BOTH sessions need to be attended in order to complete the course
Course Syllabus
Session 1 of 2 (3 hours)
- Calling for Help
- CPR – for child and infant
- Use of an AED
- Choking – adult, child, and infant
Sesion 2 of 2 (3 hours)
- Personal Safety
- Accident Prevention
- Recovery Position
- Head Injuries
- Basic Spinal Immobilisation
- Sprains
- Broken Bones (fractures)
- Bleeding
- Asthma
- Burns
- Seizures
- Poisoning
- Bites
- Bee Stings
- Allergic Reactions
Learning Resources
Each student will be provided with a workbook to review and keep for future reference.
Testing And Certification
This course is an attendance-only course and is not an accredited SETA.
There is no testing phase.
Once complete, participants receive an attendance certificate from the Resuscitation Council of Southern Africa.
Discovery members will earn 1000 Discovery Vitality miles.
This course is valid for 2 years.
The duration of the course is 3 - 4 hours.
In accordance with the Resuscitation Council of Southern Africa.
Available Events
Browse through our list of exciting events and secure your spot today.
| Event Name | Dates | Start Time | Price | View Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid Essentials for Children - 3rd & 10th July |
03 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025 |
09:30 | Free | More Info |
| First Aid Essentials for Children - 3rd & 10th July |
03 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025 |
17:30 | Free | More Info |
| First Aid Essentials for Children - 24th & 31st July |
24 Jul 2025
31 Jul 2025 |
09:30 | Free | More Info |
| First Aid Essentials for Children - 24th & 31st July |
24 Jul 2025
31 Jul 2025 |
17:30 | Free | More Info |
