First Aid for Helpers
A comprehensive 2-day first aid course for domestic helpers and caregivers
Caring for babies and young children comes with real responsibility.
This 2-day, in-depth first aid course is designed specifically for domestic helpers, nannies, and caregivers, equipping them with the knowledge, practical skills, and judgement needed to respond appropriately in emergencies and to prevent accidents before they happen.
Clear. Practical. No guesswork.
Who This Course Is For
Domestic helpers caring for infants and children
Nannies and professional caregivers
Caregivers working in family homes
Employers seeking structured, practical safety training
⚠️ This course is recommended for full-time caregivers.
Parents and family members may prefer our First Aid for Parents course instead.
What She’ll Learn
Infant & Child CPR
Recognising emergency situations
Correct CPR techniques for infants and children
What to do while waiting for emergency services
Choking Management
Responding to choking in babies and young children
Safe techniques helpers must know
Actions to avoid
Common Childhood Emergencies
Fever and febrile seizures
Falls and head injuries
Burns, scalds, cuts, and wounds
Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Drowning Awareness & Water Safety
Understanding drowning risks
Immediate response steps
Prevention strategies in home and holiday settings
Poisoning & Ingestion
Medications, household chemicals, and unknown substances
When to act urgently and when to observe
Kitchen Safety & Household Accident Prevention
Common kitchen hazards
Safe food handling and hot surfaces
Preventing burns, cuts, and scalds
Reducing risks in everyday caregiving tasks
This additional focus makes this course especially suitable for helpers responsible for meal preparation and daily home routines.
Why Employers Choose This Course
Designed specifically for helpers and caregivers
Clear instructions and repeatable actions
Emphasis on prevention as well as response
Reduces risk in the home
Provides reassurance to families
This course helps ensure everyone caring for your child knows what to do (and what not to do) in an emergency.
Looking for More Comprehensive Caregiver Training?
The Essential Caregivers Bundle
Our most complete training package for domestic helpers and caregivers
Many employers want more than emergency response - they want caregivers who are competent, confident, and consistent in day-to-day care and safety.
The Essential Caregivers Bundle brings together our core caregiver training programmes into one structured package.
What’s Included in the Essential Caregivers Bundle
✔ First Aid for Helpers & Caregivers (2-Day Course)
In-depth training in infant & child CPR, choking management, common childhood emergencies, drowning awareness, poisoning, and kitchen safety & household accident prevention.
✔ Care of the Newborn
Practical training in newborn handling, feeding basics, hygiene, sleep, soothing techniques, and recognising early health concerns — essential knowledge for caregivers supporting families with young babies.
Together, these courses ensure your helper is prepared for both everyday caregiving and emergency situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Great question - these courses serve different needs.
First Aid for Helpers & Caregivers (2 days)
✔ Comprehensive training
✔ Covers prevention and response
✔ Includes kitchen safety and household accident prevention
✔ Ideal for full-time caregivers and long-term placementsHelper First Response (Bahasa)
✔ Shorter course
✔ Focuses on essential emergency actions
✔ Conducted in Bahasa
✔ Suitable for helpers needing language support or a refresherIf your helper is caring for a newborn or young child daily, the 2-day course is strongly recommended.
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This is a practical, hands-on course with demonstrations and guided practice. -
This course covers a broader range of scenarios, includes kitchen safety, and allows more time for hands-on practice and reinforcement, which is essential for full-time caregivers.
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This course is conducted primarily in English, with instructors experienced in working with domestic helpers.
Key points are demonstrated visually and practically, making the training accessible even for helpers with basic English proficiency.
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If your helper is more comfortable in Bahasa, we recommend our Helper First Response (Bahasa) course.
This shorter course is conducted in Bahasa, focuses on essential emergency response skills, and is designed for helpers who may benefit from instruction in their native language.
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Yes.
Participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending the course.
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This course is designed for helpers and professional caregivers.
Parents and family members are encouraged to attend our First Aid for Parents course instead.
What our clients say
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Mother & Child is an absolute sanctuary for new mums - whether it’s your first baby or your third (and beyond). It’s one of those rare, safe, nurturing places where you can meet other mums, speak to experts, or simply tuck yourself away to feed your baby in peace. If there were more places like this in the world, motherhood would feel so much lighter for so many women. Dr Mythili and the entire team are incredibly warm, compassionate and genuinely supportive. I’m so grateful this place exists. Highly recommended for any new mum.
Lucy Frost
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After my first consult with Dr Mythili, I left wondering why I didn’t find Mother & Child earlier. My 2-month-old had been crying at the breast despite my good milk supply. Dr Mythili immediately identified a tongue tie, high palate and body tension — things no one had picked up before. With clear guidance on bottle-feeding, positioning and retraining, I finally feel hopeful and supported.
Xu Yao
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I saw M&C LCs for both my babies. Their interventions were literally life-changing. I was about to give up breastfeeding to exclusively pump for my first and after visiting Uma (now retired), I exclusively breastfed for a year. For my second, I visited Dr Mythili for oversupply, gassiness and latching issues. I’m happy to say that they’ve all been resolved and I’m once again happily exclusively breastfeeding. Thank you M&C for your expertise, kindness, encouragement and support for mothers. I’ve been recommending you to anyone who would listen 🥹😊
Cherissa Tan
Prepare Your Helper. Protect Your Child.
Accidents can happen.
Preparation makes the difference.