Small for gestational age (SGA) babies are those whose birth weight lies below the 10th percentile for that gestational age. Low birth weight (LBW), is sometimes used to define a baby that weighs less than 5 lb 8 oz (2500 g) regardless of gestational age. One third of babies born with a low birth weight are also small for gestational age. Other definitions include Very Low Birth Weight (VLBW) which is less than 3 lb 5 oz (1500 g), and Extremely Low Birth Weight (ELBW) which is less than 2 lb 3 oz (1000 g).
You should demonstrate an interest or previous experience in the care sector and must submit a recent medical report from your doctor prior to commencement of the training programme, to ensure your medical fitness for the occupation of Care Assistant in the Care of the Older Person sector.ou should contact your local FAS FÃ¡s office for information on how to register for This traineeship and the location and date of the next available. Course in preparation for The traineeship you may choose to identify a Potential Host employer for The Work Place training element of the. course
Your duties as an ambulance care assistant would include: 1  helping patients out of their home and into the ambulance (which may involve some lifting). 2  transporting patients safely, comfortably and in good time to their appointments.ach regional ambulance service sets its own entry criteria (and induction training programme), and it is important to check the details with the ambulance service you wish to join. In general, to work as an ambulance care assistant, you will need: 1  full UK, manual driving licence.