BTEC Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid (QCF)

Welcome to the BTEC Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid We are delighted to introduce our new qualification, which will be available for teaching from August 2010. This qualification has been revised and conforms with the requirements of the new QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework). Focusing on the BTEC Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid This qualification has been developed to meet the standard for paediatric first aid training, covering the relevant criteria in the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework, providing learners with the first aid skills they require to enter into the children’s workforce. The units within this qualification are mandatory units of the Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (England) and will be a component part of the Apprenticeship framework. Progression to these qualifications or other vocationally-related qualifications such as the BTEC Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and Health and Social Care is encouraged. Learners who have taken Entry or Level 1 qualifications in Caring for Children or in Health and Social Care would be well placed to progress onto this Level 2 Award. Straightforward to implement, teach and assess Implementing BTECs couldn’t be simpler. They are designed to fit in to your curriculum and can be studied independently or alongside existing qualifications, to suit the interests and aspirations of learners. Engaging for everyone Learners of all abilities flourish when they can apply their own knowledge, skills and enthusiasm to a subject. BTEC qualifications make explicit the link between theoretical learning and the world of work by giving learners the opportunity to apply their research, skills and knowledge to work-related contexts and case studies. These applied and practical BTEC approaches give all learners the impetus they need to achieve and the skills they require for workplace or education progression. Recognition BTECs are understood and recognised by a large number of organisations in a wide range of sectors. BTEC qualifications are developed with key industry representatives and Sector Skills Councils (SSC) to ensure that they meet employer and student needs — in this case, Skills for Care and Development. All you need to get started To help you off to a flying start, we’ve developed an enhanced specification that gives you all the information you need to start teaching BTEC. This includes: • a framework of equivalencies, so you can see how this qualification compares with other vocational qualifications • information on rules of combination, structures and quality assurance, so you can deliver the qualification with confidence • explanations of the content’s relationship with the learning outcomes and all you need to know about possible approaches to delivery • guidance on assessment, and what the learner must produce to achieve the unit. Don’t forget that we’re always here to offer curriculum and qualification updates, local training and network opportunities, advice, guidance and support. Contents What are BTEC Level 2 Specialist qualifications? 1 Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Award (2 credits) 2 Key features of the Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid 2 Statutory Requirements/National Occupational Standards 2 Rules of combination 3 Rules of combination for the Edexcel BTEC Level 2 qualifications 3 Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid 4 Assessment 5 Quality assurance of centres 6 Approval 6 Quality Assurance Guidance 6 Programme design and delivery 7 Mode of delivery 7 Resources 7 Delivery approach 7 Additional and specialist learning 8 Functional Skills 8 Access and recruitment 8 Restrictions on learner entry 9 Access arrangements and special considerations 9 Recognition of Prior Learning 9 Unit format 10 Unit title 10 Unit code 10 QCF level 10 Credit value 10 Guided learning hours 10 Unit aim 10 Unit introduction 11 Learning outcomes 11 Assessment criteria 11 Unit content 11 Essential guidance for tutors 12 Units 13 Unit 1: Paediatric Emergency First Aid 15 Unit 2: Managing Paediatric Illness and Injury 23 Further information 33 Useful publications 33 How to obtain National Occupational Standards 33 Professional development and training 34 Annexe A 35 The Edexcel/BTEC qualification framework for the Children’s Care, Learning and Development sector 35 Annexe B 37 Wider curriculum mapping 37 Spiritual, moral, ethical, social and cultural issues 37 Citizenship 37 Environmental issues 37 European developments 37 Health and safety considerations 37 Equal opportunities issues 37 Annexe C 39 Mapping to Early Years Foundation Stage criteria 39 Annexe D 41 National Occupational Standards 41 Annexe E 43 Mapping to Level 2 Functional Skills 43 BA025350 – Specification – Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Award specialist qualification in Paediatric First Aid (QCF) – Issue 1 – October 2010 © Edexcel Limited 2010 1 What are BTEC Level 2 Specialist qualifications?