Paediatric First Aid
Course overview
Our two-day Paediatric First Aid course is specifically designed for those who work with or care for infants and young children. Accredited by Qualsafe Awards and compliant with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, this course ensures that childcare professionals are fully equipped to respond to paediatric emergencies. The certificate is valid for three years.
What you'll learn
- Perform CPR on an infant and a child
- Manage an unresponsive infant or child
- Treat choking in infants and children
- Recognise and manage anaphylaxis in children
- Treat febrile convulsions and seizures
- Manage head injuries, fractures, and burns in children
- Recognise signs of meningitis and serious illness in children
- Understand safeguarding responsibilities in a first aid context
Who is this course for?
Essential for nursery staff, childminders, teaching assistants, nannies, and anyone working in an Early Years setting. Required by Ofsted and the EYFS framework for registered childcare providers.
Entry requirements
No prior first aid knowledge required.
Certification
Qualsafe Awards Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (QA PFA) — valid for 3 years
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Dates & schedule
Courses run monthly across London, Bromley, and the South East. On-site delivery available for groups of 6 or more. Contact us for upcoming dates.
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