What do you learn on the Child First Aid course?
- Recognising and treating common accidents in children
- Life-saving actions (incl. CPR, choking, loss of consciousness)
- First aid for poisoning, burns, bleeding and fractures
- Using the AED on children and babies
- Safety in childcare and school settings
- Communication in emergencies and working with emergency services
Who is this course for?
For everyone who works with children: childcare workers, childminders, teachers, sports coaches and, of course, parents and grandparents. The course meets the requirements of the Dutch IKK Act and is recognised by the government and childcare organisations.
Course structure
- Practical day: You practise all procedures under the guidance of certified instructors.
- E-learning: You can prepare flexibly online beforehand.
- Child First Aid certificate: You receive a recognised certificate, valid for 2 years.
Location & options
Our Child First Aid courses are available at our training location in Nieuwegein, and we also offer in-company training throughout the Netherlands. We tailor the programme to the target group (such as childcare or primary school) and to your situation.
Choose certainty and quality
- Officially recognised course for childcare and schools
- Instructors with hands-on experience
- Including training materials, in small groups of up to 12 participants
- Free refresher reminder by email
What our students say
Personal attention, lots of practice and an instructor from healthcare. Read what students thought of their course.
A pleasant, informal teaching style and a very knowledgeable instructor!
First aid knowledge is indispensable for our scout leaders.
As a personal trainer it is important for me to stay up to date. Elitas makes that easy.
Elitas Medical has a great way of teaching, with lots of interaction with the students.
The practical part at Elitas was a very valuable part of the extended first aid course.