Baby & Child First Aid Course Basel (English)
Stay calm and act with confidence. This practical first aid course helps parents, grandparents, caregivers, and English-speaking families in Basel respond safely when a baby or child needs help.
You will learn how to recognise common emergencies in babies and children, make safe first decisions, and apply the most important first aid measures in a practical, everyday format.
Target group: parents, grandparents, caregivers, babysitters, and expat families in Basel and the surrounding area.
from CHF 135
Course facts
Compact, practical, and designed for real family situations.
Price
from CHF 135
Format
4.5 hours in person
optional pre-learning, currently only in German
Requirements
Minimum age 16, full course in English
Completion
Certificate of attendance for your records
Dates & booking
The next available dates for the English format.
Need a different date? Send us a WhatsApp message and we can note your preferred timing.
What you will learn
The goal is a clear overview, safe first decisions, and practical first aid measures you can actually use.
- How to assess a situation quickly and safely
- How and when to call for help in Switzerland (144, 145, 112)
- How to respond to choking, breathing problems, fever seizures, burns, falls, and poisoning
- CPR basics for babies and children, including AED fundamentals
- How to manage wounds, bleeding, and common accidents at home or outside
- How to stay calm and communicate clearly in stressful situations
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for parents, grandparents, babysitters, nannies, and anyone who regularly spends time with babies and children. No previous knowledge is required.
Practical course format
Optional pre-learning is available, but currently only in German.
The course combines short theory inputs with hands-on practice. You will train on realistic models, work through practical examples, and leave with a clearer structure for real-life emergencies involving babies and children.
If you want, you can complete a short pre-learning module before the course. This pre-learning is currently only available in German and is optional for the English format.
Course location
WEH WEH KIT course location
Allschwilerstrasse 49, 4055 Basel
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Frequently asked questions
Is the full course taught in English?
Yes. The full course is delivered in English.
Do I need previous first aid knowledge?
No. The course is designed for everyday use and starts from practical basics.
Is the pre-learning available in English?
Not yet. The pre-learning is currently only available in German and is optional for the English course.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. You will receive a certificate of attendance for your records.
