Babysitter's resuscitation course.

This course is ideal for any new parent, grandparent or anyone with  the responsibility of looking after a child.

The techniques taught will be in accordance with the latest guidelines set by The Resuscitation Council UK.

Teaching is aimed at being informal, relaxed and in small groups. We want you to feel able to ask questions at any time and to feel comfortable throughout the session. Our aim is for you to leave the course happy and confident in your resuscitation ability.

The course covers;

• Why children may collapse
• Basic life support applied to babies, toddlers and children
• Older children and adult  basic life support ( briefly mentioned)
• Safe approach, infection risk
• How to check responsiveness
• Assessing airway, breathing and circulation
• When to go for help
• How to perform CPR competently and safely
  • Variations in techniques used Mouth to mouth
  • Mouth to nose
  • Two people techniques
• The Recovery Position
• The Choking Child.

There will be ample time for you to practise all your newly- learnt techniques on our baby and child-sized resuscitation mannequins. Please note this is a 'hands-on' course.

The duration of the course is 1-1.5 hrs depending on numbers attending.

We can teach at our premises alternatively, why not get a group together? and we can come to a venue of your choice.( max. and min. numbers apply). Please contact us to either book a place on our next course or to discuss your requirements.

Telephone: 01246-590530 , email: enquiries@derbyshiremedical.co.uk

Cost per candidate £20

A Certificate of Attendance will be issued at the end of the course.