Paediatric First Aid Training
For those with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children, a thorough grounding in First Aid is fundamental. Our Paediatric First Aid Training, which is fully Ofsted Compliant, provides first aiders with the skills required to confidently and competently deal with an emergency involving children.
Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) - 1 Day
Course Information
Our 1 Day course is suitable for those working with infants and children, where a basic level of emergency care has been identified.
- No previous experience required
- Ofsted Complaint
- Certificate valid for 3 years
- Taught by experienced trainers
- Interactive & engaging delivery techniques
The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of Paediatric First Aid situations.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:-
- Role of the Paediatric First Aider
- Primary Survey
- Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED)
- Wounds, bleeding and shock
- Seizure
- Choking
- Minor injuries
- Recovery position
Assessment
Continual assessment is used, combined with a number of observed practical activities and a short theoretical assessment, supported by our experienced trainers.
Numbers
12 learners per trainer (multiple trainers available)
Duration
6hrs
Booking Options
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Just you or a small group?
£85 per person
We come to you!
A larger group to train? We will come to your workplace or organise a venue for you.
£450 (up to 12 learners)
Paediatric First Aid (PFA) - 2 Day
Course Information
Our 2 day course is designed for those with a responsibility for the care of children and babies on a professional level. The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations.
- No previous experience required
- OFSTED (EYFS) Compliant
- Certificate valid for 3 years
- Taught by experienced trainers
- Interactive & engaging delivery techniques
The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of Paediatric First Aid situations.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:-
- Role of the Paediatric First Aider
- Primary survey
- Resuscitation (CPR including the safe use of an AED)
- Wounds, bleeding and shock
- Allergic reactions including anaphylaxis
- Head, neck and back injuries
- Seizure
- Choking
- Minor injuries
- Recovery position
- Fractures
- Foreign bodies
- Diabetic emergencies
- Asthma
- Meningitis
- Febrile convulsions
- Extreme cold and heat
- Electrical incidents
Assessment
Continual assessment is used, combined with a number of observed practical activities and a short theoretical assessment, supported by our experienced trainers.
Numbers
12 learners per trainer (multiple trainers available)
Duration
12 hrs (usually over 2 days)
Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage
This two-day qualification fulfils the requirements for first aid training detailed in the Department for Education’s statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Booking Options
Come to us!
Just you or a small group?
£95 per person (blended)
We come to you!
A larger group to train? We will come to your workplace or organise a venue for you.
- £900 - 2 days face to face
- £550 - blended (1 day elearning & 1 day face to face)
(up to 12 learners)
Ask us about our blended learning option!