Recognising the Sick Child

Course Description

This half-day training session equips learners with the knowledge and confidence to recognise signs and symptoms of illness in children. Participants will explore common childhood illnesses, visual inspection skills, assessment tools, and key red flags that may indicate serious health issues. Designed for carers, early years staff, and healthcare professionals who support children, this course promotes early intervention and safer practice.

Course Information

Course Number Course Validity Course Duration Course Assessment Course Accreditation Course Approvals
S11 Year3 HoursContinuous--

Course Programme

  • Welcome, introductions and course overview
  • Anatomy of children vs. adults
  • Common illnesses and injuries in children
  • Hands-off visual inspection techniques
  • Use of assessment tools and structured history taking
  • ABCDE assessment approach
  • Tips and strategies for effective child assessment
  • Course reflections and close

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