Infant First Aid Course

Lesson 1 • Understanding Infant Anatomy Basics

Covers key anatomical differences between infants and adults relevant to first aid. Grounds all subsequent techniques in accurate physiological context.

Lesson 2 • Scene Safety and Initial Assessment

Teaches responders to evaluate environmental hazards before approaching an infant. Connects situational awareness to safe, effective intervention.

Lesson 3 • Recognizing Signs of Infant Distress

Identifies behavioral and physical cues indicating an infant needs immediate help. Builds observational skills foundational to all emergency responses.

Lesson 1 • CPR Cycles and Handoff Protocols

Establishes the 30:2 and 15:2 compression-to-breath ratios and transition to AED or EMS. Learners practice sustained CPR and safe handoff to arriving responders.

Lesson 2 • Checking Responsiveness and Breathing

Teaches the tap-and-shout check and look-listen-feel breathing assessment. Establishes the decision point that triggers CPR initiation.

Lesson 3 • Chest Compression Technique

Instructs two-finger and two-thumb encircling compression methods with correct depth and rate. Accurate compressions maintain circulation until advanced help arrives.

Lesson 4 • Positioning the Infant for CPR

Covers correct placement on a firm, flat surface and neutral head-tilt positioning. Proper positioning prevents airway obstruction and maximizes compression effectiveness.

Lesson 1 • Preparing the Infant for AED Use

Covers skin preparation, pad placement, and ensuring no one touches the infant during analysis. Correct preparation maximizes shock delivery and prevents injury.

Lesson 2 • Operating the AED Step by Step

Walks through power-on, prompt-following, shock delivery, and immediate CPR resumption. Sequential practice builds muscle memory for high-stress situations.

Lesson 3 • Post-Shock Care and AED Limitations

Addresses continued monitoring, repeat shock cycles, and scenarios where AED is ineffective. Learners understand AED as one tool within a broader resuscitation chain.

Lesson 1 • Identifying Choking in Infants

Distinguishes mild from severe airway obstruction using observable signs. Accurate identification determines whether intervention or monitoring is appropriate.

Lesson 2 • Back Blow Technique

Teaches correct prone positioning on the forearm and five firm back blows. Proper technique dislodges foreign objects without injuring the infant's spine.

Lesson 3 • Managing Unconscious Choking Infants

Covers transition to CPR when a choking infant loses consciousness. Integrates airway-check steps into the CPR sequence to clear visible objects.

Lesson 1 • Direct Pressure and Hemostasis

Teaches applying firm, sustained direct pressure using sterile materials to stop bleeding. Effective hemostasis prevents hypovolemic shock in small infants.

Lesson 2 • Types of Wounds in Infants

Classifies abrasions, lacerations, punctures, and avulsions common in infants. Understanding wound type guides appropriate first aid response.

Lesson 3 • Bandaging Infant Wounds

Covers roller bandage and adhesive dressing application sized for infant limbs and head. Proper bandaging secures dressings without restricting circulation.

Lesson 1 • Cooling and First Aid for Burns

Instructs cool-running-water application for 20 minutes and safe clothing removal. Correct cooling reduces tissue damage and prevents hypothermia in infants.

Lesson 2 • Classifying Burn Severity in Infants

Distinguishes superficial, partial-thickness, and full-thickness burns using visual criteria. Severity classification drives cooling duration and referral decisions.

Lesson 3 • Sunburn and Skin Reactions

Addresses sunburn, allergic skin reactions, and contact dermatitis in infants. Learners distinguish minor reactions from anaphylaxis triggers requiring urgent care.

Lesson 1 • Safe Management During a Seizure

Teaches protective positioning, hazard removal, and timing the seizure duration. Safe management prevents secondary injury without restraining the infant.

Lesson 2 • Understanding Febrile Seizures

Explains the physiological link between rapid fever rise and seizure activity in infants. Accurate understanding reduces panic and supports calm, effective response.

Lesson 3 • Fever Management in Infants

Addresses cooling measures, hydration, and when fever indicates serious infection. Learners apply evidence-based fever management without masking critical symptoms.

Lesson 4 • Post-Seizure Care and Monitoring

Covers the postictal phase, airway monitoring, and reassurance of caregivers. Post-seizure assessment determines whether emergency transport is necessary.

Lesson 1 • Common Infant Allergen Triggers

Covers food, insect sting, latex, and medication triggers most prevalent in infants. Knowing triggers supports prevention and rapid cause identification during emergencies.

Lesson 2 • Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration

Instructs correct site selection, injection technique, and post-injection monitoring for infant auto-injectors. Timely epinephrine delivery is the primary life-saving intervention in anaphylaxis.

Lesson 3 • Recognizing Allergic Reactions

Identifies mild, moderate, and severe allergic responses using skin, respiratory, and systemic signs. Grading severity determines the urgency and type of intervention.