First Aid Course on Children in Zug, in English
Helvetic Institute is pleased to offer an English-language first aid course on babies and children in Zug.
This practical 4-hour course is designed for parents, expectant parents, grandparents, nannies, au pairs, teachers and caregivers who want to feel more confident responding to common medical emergencies involving babies and children.
When something happens to a child, the first few moments can feel frightening. This course gives you clear, practical guidance so you know what to do, what to check first, and when to seek urgent medical help.
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25 October 2026, 10:00 - 16:00 |
First aid training for parents and caregivers in Zug
Many English-speaking families in Switzerland want clear, practical first aid training in English. This course is designed especially for adults who care for babies and children and would like to understand emergency response in a calm, structured and hands-on way.
The course focuses on realistic situations that parents, nannies, teachers and caregivers may face at home, at school, on the playground, during activities or while travelling.
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25 October 2026, 10:00 - 16:00 24 January 2027, 10:00 - 16:00 |
What you will learn
During the course, participants learn how to respond to common emergencies involving babies and children, including:
- basic concepts of first aid
- emergency numbers and rescue services in Switzerland
- unconsciousness
- cardiac arrest & CPR
- choking
- drowning
The course is practical and suitable for non-medical participants. No previous first aid knowledge is required.
Course details
Course duration: 4 hours
Language: English
Location: Helvetic Institute, Baarerstrasse 75, 1st floor, 6300 Zug
Format: Practical in-person course
Focus: First aid on babies and children
Suitable for: Parents, expectant parents, grandparents, nannies, au pairs, teachers and caregivers
The course takes place in our bright, modern training space in central Zug, close to Zug train station.
Why take a children’s first aid course?
Most parents hope they will never need to use first aid. But when a child is choking, has a high fever, falls badly or suddenly becomes unresponsive, knowing what to do can make a real difference.
A children’s first aid course helps you feel more prepared, less panicked and more confident in the moments before professional help arrives.
This course is especially useful for:
- new parents
- parents of babies and toddlers
- expectant parents preparing for birth
- families with young children
- grandparents who help with childcare
- nannies, au pairs and babysitters
- teachers and childcare professionals
- adults who supervise children during lessons, camps or activities
First aid course in English in Zug
Helvetic Institute regularly works with international families in Zug and the surrounding area. We understand that many parents feel more comfortable learning important safety information in English, especially when the topic is urgent, practical and emotionally important.
This course gives English-speaking parents and caregivers the opportunity to ask questions, practise key skills and build confidence in a familiar language.
Location
The course takes place at:
Helvetic Institute
Baarerstrasse 75
1st floor
6300 Zug
Our location is central, bright and easy to reach by public transport. Zug train station is only a short walk away.