TQUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

Qualification Number : 603/0581/2

Emperia College, one of the best UK education provider, offers Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) awarded by TQUK, an Awarding Organization recognized by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England, and by CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland. This program ensures quality education with comprehensive learning materials, dedicated tutor support, and flexible self-paced study. Assessments after each unit allow smooth progression and skill acquisition, fitting around your existing commitments.

TQUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

Qualification Purpose

The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain knowledge and practical competences required to deal with a range of workplace first aid situations.
The TQUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is usually delivered as a two-day programme of training and assessment for learners to allow them to be paediatric first aiders.
The qualification has recommended course duration of two days. The course duration may be increased to meet additional learning needs if required but not reduced.
The qualification develops learners’ knowledge, understanding and skills in the following areas: roles and responsibilities of the Paediatric First Aider; assessing an incident, recognizing signs and symptoms of injury and illness, assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness, chest injuries, spinal injuries and anaphylaxis.
If this qualification is being used to meet the requirements of the HSE then it is valid for three years, after which learners will need to repeat the qualification, however it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.

Distance Learning

Online Support

Flexible Learning

Excellent Study Material

No Exams

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level two in literacy and numeracy or equivalent. The recommended minimum age for this qualification is 14 years

Assessment

You can start this course at any time, and you would be registered for a 3 months period. You also have access to a personal tutor who can be contacted through the online platform or by email. Your tutor is available to assist with any queries and to mark your assignments for the Awarding Organisation.

This course assesses your knowledge with a variety of end-of-unit assignments. These assignments will be submitted to your tutor for feedback, facilitating your learning and progression. The qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments subject to external quality assurance. All learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be met to achieve a pass - there is no grading.

As the course is self-study, you can complete it as quickly as you like. Support extensions are available if students do not complete the course within the 3 months period

Progression

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:

Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation

Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work

Level 2 Certificate for the Children & Young People's Workforce

Level 2/3 Diploma for Children's Care, Learning and Development

Level 2 Award / Certificate/ Diploma in Healthcare Support Skills

Level 3 Certificate/ Diploma in Healthcare Support

Level 3 Diploma in Maternity and Paediatric Support

Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce

Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Study Units: Total Credits 2
UNIT	TITLE	UNIT-REF	LEVEL	CREDIT VALUE
1	Emergency pediatric first aid On completing this unit you will : Understand the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aide Be able to assess an emergency situation safely Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are unresponsive Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are choking Be able to provide first aid to an infant and a child with external bleeding Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is suffering from shock Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with bites, stings and minor injuries	K/615/2495	3	1
2	Managing pediatric illness, injuries and emergencies On completing this unit you will : Be able to provide first aid to an infant or a child with suspected injuries to bones, muscles and joints Be able to provide first aid to an infant or a child with suspected head and spinal injuries Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with an acute medical condition or sudden illness Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is experiencing extremes of body temperature Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who has sustained an electric shock Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with burns and scalds	M/615/2496	3	1