Pediatric First Aid Basics

Essential first aid for infants and children — developed and scripted by a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, following American Academy of Pediatrics standards. Learn to respond to emergencies with confidence, from the comfort of home.

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Modules

Lessons

Self-paced

Learn on your schedule

AAP

Standards followed

Course curriculum

Module 1Introduction to Pediatric First Aid

3 lessons▾

1.1 Importance of Pediatric First Aid 1.2 How to Assess and Prioritize Emergencies 1.3 Recognizing and Preventing Common Injuries in Infants and Children

Module 2Pediatric CPR

5 lessons▾

2.1 Understanding CPR for Infants (Under 1 year) 2.2 Understanding CPR for Children (1 year and older) 2.3 Performing High-Quality Chest Compressions 2.4 Rescue Breaths and Proper Techniques 2.5 CPR for Multiple Rescuers and Use of AED

Module 3Choking Response & Airway Obstruction

4 lessons▾

3.1 Signs of Choking in Infants and Children 3.2 First Aid for Choking in Infants (Back Blows, Chest Thrusts) 3.3 First Aid for Choking in Children (Back Blows, Heimlich Maneuver) 3.4 When to Seek Medical Assistance

Module 4Wound Care & Bleeding Management

4 lessons▾

4.1 Cleaning and Bandaging Cuts, Scrapes, and Abrasions 4.2 Managing Nosebleeds in Infants and Children 4.3 Controlling Bleeding from a Serious Injury 4.4 Recognizing Infection and When to Seek Medical Attention

Module 5Injuries & Trauma Management

3 lessons▾

5.1 Managing Minor Cuts and Scrapes 5.2 Burns and Scalds First Aid 5.3 Fractures and Dislocations First Aid

Module 6Allergic Reactions & Anaphylaxis

3 lessons▾

6.1 Recognizing Allergic Reactions 6.2 Managing Mild Allergic Reactions 6.3 Managing Severe Allergic Reactions (Anaphylaxis)

Module 7Respiratory Emergencies & First Aid

4 lessons▾

7.1 Recognizing Respiratory Distress in Children 7.2 First Aid for Asthma Attacks 7.3 Choking and Foreign Object Obstruction 7.4 CPR for Respiratory Emergencies

Module 8Environmental Emergencies & First Aid

2 lessons▾

8.1 Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke 8.2 Hypothermia and Frostbite

Module 9Infection Control & Preventive First Aid

3 lessons▾

9.1 Hand Hygiene and Infection Control 9.2 Preventing and Managing Infections in Children 9.3 Vaccinations and Preventive Care

Module 10Psychological First Aid for Children

3 lessons▾

10.1 Understanding Child Emotional and Psychological Needs 10.2 Providing Emotional Support During Emergencies 10.3 Post-Trauma Care and Coping Mechanisms for Children

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Pediatric First Aid Basics

Self-paced online course — learn on your schedule, from anywhere.

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What's included

10 modules, 35 lessons
Self-paced — take on your schedule
Follows AAP standards
CPR & choking response
Wound care & bleeding management
Allergic reactions & anaphylaxis
Respiratory emergencies
Psychological first aid
Infection control & prevention

Educational disclaimer: This course is for educational purposes only and does not certify you in pediatric first aid or CPR. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional in an emergency.

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