Learn life-saving skills with this virtual perinatal first aid course.
What you'll learn from the Perinatal (Baby and Child) First Aid online course
In this paediatric first aid course you’ll learn how to handle everyday accidents and injuries and treat common illnesses. You'll gain insights into recognising early warning signs, acute medical conditions, and how to administer immediate care. We’ll show you preventative strategies to ensure your child’s safety, plus how to know if your child’s symptoms are normal or if you should seek professional medical assistance.
Course modules and lessons
Module 1: Primary Survey (DRSABCD - Danger, Response, Send, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation)
Module 1 will cover the Primary Survey, a standard response to determine any life-threatening conditions a casualty may have in order of priority. Lessons in this module include:
- Dangers
- Response
- Send for help
- Airway
- Breathing
- CPR
- Defibrillation
Module 2: Paediatric Medical Emergencies
Learn how to treat accidents like choking, bleeding, head injuries, fractures, burns and drowning, plus what to do if your child is diagnosed with croup, whooping cough, febrile convulsions, asthma, and other conditions. Lessons include:
- Drowning and the recovery position
- Choking
- Bleeding
- Head injuries
- Fractures and Dislocations
- Fevers
- Febrile Convulsions
- Croup
- Asthma
- Burns
- Poisoning
- Bites and Stings
- Allergies and Anaphylaxis
Module 3: Perinatal Emotional and Mental Health
In this module we discuss common mental health conditions, including what to look out for in yourself or others. We also discuss safe and effective treatments, and where to access quality information, support and / or treatment. Lessons include:
- Understanding perinatal mental health
- The transition to parenthood
- Emotional wellbeing
- Understanding depression and anxiety
- Community resources and support for parents
Course Bonuses
Download and save or print your course fact sheet bundle including:
- DRSABCD (Danger, Response, Send, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation) Infographic Poster
- Kidsafe: Parents Guide to Homes
- Kidsafe: Home Safety Checklist
- Our Emergency Details Template
- Drowning and Prevention
- Button Battery/Fact Sheets/
- Choke Checker PDF
- Medication Tracker Magnet
- Kidsafe: Burns Safety Checklist PDF
- Kidsafe: Poisons Safety Checklist PDF
- Emergcare First Aid Fact Sheet PDF
- Emergcare First Aid Fact Sheet on Bites and Stings PDF
- Bites and Stings PIT Technique PDF
Meet your course creators
Dr Nicole Highet, perinatal mental health specialist
Dr Nicole Highet is a perinatal mental health specialist with over 25 years' experience, and the Founder and Director of COPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence, Australia's peak body in perinatal mental health. Nicole is a Doctor of Psychology, the Chair of the 2023 Clinical Practice Guideline Expert Working Committee, and co-chaired the development of Australia's Clinical Practice Guidelines in 2011 and 2017.
Hendrik Gutwirth, Emergcare Co-Director
Hendrik Gutwirth is a Co-Director of Emergcare and an Advanced Life Support Paramedic with over 14 years of clinical experience. Passionate about education, Hendrik has contributed to published research in his field, facilitated professional development workshops for his peers, and acted in both Clinical Instructor and Paramedic Educator roles. At Emergcare, Hendrik shares his extensive clinical knowledge and works collaboratively to educate and empower parents and carers across Australia.
Daniel Parks, Emergcare Co-Director
Daniel Parks is a Co-Director of Emergcare and an Advanced Life Support Paramedic with over 15 years of clinical experience. With a diverse range of expertise, Daniel has also worked across Queensland and Victoria in both metropolitan and rural areas, and acting in both Clinical Instructor and Team Manager positions. At Emergcare, Daniel shares his extensive clinical knowledge and works collaboratively to educate and empower parents and carers across Australia.
