Children seem to catch every bug going around, but there’s a reason for that. In this module, you’ll dive into

✅ How a child’s immune system works, and why they get sick (all the time).

✅ Why children are different: anatomical differences, communication and behaviour challenges.

This module teaches you why children are especially vulnerable in group settings, and you'll discover how Educators are in the perfect position to help prevent the spread of germs—without feeling like you're running a mini hospital.

BONUSES:

📑 Quick reference guide of normal breathing and heart rates for children.

This module is your staff’s go-to guide for recognising and assessing the most common symptoms of illness in babies and children. You’ll learn to recognise symptoms, rather than attempting to diagnose so that Educators know exactly what to do next. No more guesswork or differences in opinion—just clear, consistent and actionable steps your team can rely on.

Symptoms covered in this module include:

✅ Fevers.

✅ Respiratory Distress.

✅ Coughs and runny noses.

✅ Rashes. 

✅ Behavioural changes including lethargy and pain.

✅ Vomiting and diarrhoea. 

✅ Dehydration.

BONUSES: 

▶️ Real-world examples of children with breathing difficulties to optimise your assessment skills.

📑 Rash Stash Download: your go-to guide to common childhood skin conditions and rashes including examples from children with both dark and light skin tones. 

📑 Pain Scales for Children: a practical tool to guide your decision-making around pain in children. 

📑 Teething and Illness Fact Sheet: Learn how to differentiate between teething and sickness symptoms in babies and children.

When illness strikes, your team needs to know exactly what to do. This module teaches a clear, four-stage process for escalating symptoms.

✅ Monitor.

✅ Exclude.

✅ First Aid.

✅ Ambulance. 

We’ll walk through the tough "grey areas" so your staff can feel undeniably confidently in making their decisions. 

BONUSES:

📑 Escalation Pathway Flowchart: a downloadable resource to assist your staff through their decision-making process about whether a child should remain in their care, or whether they should return home, be given first aid or call an ambulance.  

Keeping illness at bay doesn’t have to feel like an impossible task. You'll learn:

✅ How illness is spread via the chain of infection.

✅ How to prevent the spread of illness in the first place. 

✅ Staff responsibilities in preventing this spread of illness.

✅ Challenges you'll face in getting children to comply with infection prevention and control. 

✅ Practical and realistic ways to overcomes these challenges by making learning fun and accessible for children.

BONUSES

📎 The Chain of Infection: print out this resource to ensure staff and families are aware of how they can limit the spread of illness both in the home and in the early learning space.

📑 Hygiene Games for Children: a whole resource full of games to play with children to teach them about the importance of hygiene. From learning to blow their nose, to understanding germs to washing their hands, it's all in here. 

Clear and consistent communication is essential for preventing misunderstandings and keeping everyone—families, staff, and children—on the same page when it comes to infection prevention. In this module, educators will learn:

✅ Why consistent communication is a game-changer for keeping children healthy.

✅ How to create a culture of open, friendly, and respectful communication.

✅ Practical approaches for handling tricky conversations with families, including returning after illness.

✅ How to communicate infection control responsibilities to families and emphasise the importance of fast and accurate diagnosis.

✅ The value of regular check-ins with your team to ensure everyone is aligned on infection control policies.