
Welcome to the course. We hope you enjoy!
I have attached a downloadable manual you can use to accompany the e learning and print off if you want to make notes.
This course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge as to what to do if you find someone unconscious, ill or injured. This course is also an excellent First Aid Training package for people to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace.
The course consists of handouts and videos and a short test yourself section fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and on completion you will be able to print your Certificate.
It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice.
In this video we will look at what your role is as a first aider and how to address the fears and concerns someone might have in the administration of first aid.
In this video we will address the fear of infection. Especially in the current climate with COVID -19 still prevalent we need to ensure we as first aiders are kept safe. We will talk about how to minimise the risk of infection with appropriate PPE and hand washing.
Learn how to wash your hands correctly , make sure you download the attached sheet and practice!
When you are watching this video we will be encouraging you to practice on yourself or on another (or maybe a teddy or pillow).
Download the resources attached to help you and remember to start and stop the video as often as you like.
Practice the recovery position on both sides - and if you have a casualty, ask them to be floppy and act like a sack of potatoes (if you let go of their hand they should just flop it back to the floor again)!
Practice makes perfect!
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This video recaps the primary survey and demonstrates how to perform CPR on a child casualty with the use of an AED
Make notes.
INFORMATION
A sudden burst of excess electrical activity in the brain - causing a temporary disturbance. A seizure also called a convulsion or fit consists of involuntary contractions of many of the muscles in the body.
Some people may have absence seizures
Signs and Symptoms
Sudden loss of consciousness
Possible loss of bladder control
Casualty becomes rigid
Saliva may appear
Convulsive movements begin
Treatment
Allow them to have their seizure
Protect the casualty to make sure they do not injury themselves more - protect the head
Note what time the seizures started
Once the seizure has stopped place them in the recovery position if they are breathing
When to dial 999
Call 999 if the casualty is unconscious for more than 10 minutes
Having repeated seizures
If it is the casualty first seizure
If they seizure lasts more than 5 mins
TASK:
Watch the video
Welcome to Paediatric first aid training.
This course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge of First Aid skills to support during first aid emergencies when a child or infant become ill or injured.
This course is also an excellent First Aid Training package for parents and child carers to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace. It also serves as a superb resource for those with English as a Second Language to equip them with the vocabulary and language skills and for all to refresh this vital knowledge on a regular basis.
First aid is probably one of the most essential life skills that everyone should have, but not every is like you and protective and are apart to embark on a journey in learning these skills.
The knowledge of first aid can literally be the difference between life and death when an emergency occurs.
The course consists of videos that encourage you to practice the skills you are learning. But would always encourage you to back up the knowledge you are learning on this e learning course by attending a practical course in your local area.
There are numerous handouts you can download and keep for future reference as well as short tests to check your learning after various sections.
We will keep you entertained and engaged throughout and will always be on hand to help answer any questions you have - just email info@emtfirstaid.com or use the Q&A section. The course is fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices.
You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and on completion you will be able to print your Certificate.
Course contents:
First aid kit
The role of the first aider
Managing an emergency and where to obtain help
Communication and casualty care
Treatment of an unconscious casualty
Resuscitation (Child, infant and adult protocols)
Anaphylaxis
Spinal injuries
Choking (Child, infant and adult protocols)
Asthma and diabetic emergencies
Head injuries
Extremes of hot and cold
Shock
Drowning
Seizures
Bleeding
Burns
Sprains, strains and fractures
Poisoning, bites and stings
Foreign objects
Eye injuries
Childhood conditions (e.g. meningitis and croup)
Sickle cell anaemia.
EMT First Aid provides this course for guidance and it is not in any way a substitute for medical advice. EMT First Aid is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made, or actions taken based on this course. We strongly recommend that you attend a practical First Aid course to understand what to do in a medical emergency.
Please be aware that the information is correct at the time of filming February 2026 and relates only to UK Resuscitation and First Aid guidelines. If you are outside the UK please refer to your countries guidelines and governing board.