SPELL's training programme for the voluntary sector is available to all childcare staff and volunteers working in playgroups and baby and toddler groups in South Lanarkshire.   Parents and carers who live in South Lanarkshire are also able to attend these courses. All courses are free of charge.  For more information about the training on offer and/or to book a place on any of the courses please contact Wendy McPhillie by email at office@spell-lanarkshire.com or phone 01698 768944.

The following courses will be taking place in Autumn 2026:

1. Paediatric First Aid 
2. Baby and Child First Aid for Families 
3. Elementary Food Hygiene 

Full course details will be released in August 2026.

Please see below for more information about each course on offer.

Paediatric First Aid  

This course is approved by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB).  This training is suitable for any person caring for or working with children.

Core Learning: Administer first aid to an infant/child who is /requires:

• Unconscious
• Seizure including febrile convulsion
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) & AED
• Choking
• Wounded and bleeding
• Suffering from shock
• Appropriate first aid for minor injuries including minor cuts, grazes, bruises, small splinters, minor burns and scalds
• Resuscitation (Adult, Child and Baby)

In addition, discussion of specific work related injuries/illness to include topics such as :

• Anaphylactic Shock
• Asthma
• Diabetes
• Fractures
• Childhood illness
• Head injuries
• Poisons, Extremes of body temperature
• Medication and dealing with an unwell child

Delegates are continually assessed throughout the course to ensure learning outcomes have been achieved. Successful delegates will receive an accredited certificate (FAIB) which is valid for three years. 

Date: 

Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Venue: High Blantyre

Basic First Aid Skills for Babies and Children

This course is suitable for all parents, grandparents and other family members who wish to learn basic first aid procedures for babies and children.  Key topics include: CPR for children and babies, recovery position, wounds and bleeding, choking and major illness.

Date: 

Time: 10am - 1pm 

Venue:  Hamilton

Elementary Food Hygiene

The Elementary Food Hygiene certificate is a first level Qualification in Food Hygiene.   This course is suitable for childcare practitioners and adults running toddler groups.  Attendance at the course and passing a subsequent assessment leads to a recognised qualification and certificate.

Topics:

• Introduction to food hygiene.
• Bacteria and their characteristics.
• Food poisoning and its prevention.
• Food pests and their control.
• Personal hygiene and working habits.
• The working environment and cleaning practices.
• Food Safety Legislation.

Date: 

Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm

Venue: Hamilton