Emergency Paediatric First Aid 1 Day Course Overview
Course Name
QNUK Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid at Work (RQF)
Course Code
603/0560/5
Category
Type
In-House
Duration
1 Day
Pricing
£595.00 up to 12 learners (ex. VAT)
£545.00 up to 6 learners (ex. VAT)
What Is the Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 3 Course?
The Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid is a vocational qualification that helps learners to master the basic fundamentals of child first aid. This paediatric first aid course offers the opportunity to those working in schools, such as teachers and supplementary staff to develop skills in effective first aid and manage life-threatening conditions, illness, and injuries involving children of all ages.
Who Should Attend the Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid Course?
This course is designed for professionals responsible for the well-being and safety of children in their care:
School staff, including teachers, playground supervisors, and support staff
Parents and grandparents
Any responsible adult who supervises children
Early years professionals on either the compulsory or voluntary OFSTED register must complete the 2 Day Paediatric course.
Benefits of Completing Emergency Paediatric First Aid Training
Increased Confidence
Training ensures that childcare providers feel confident in their ability to deal with serious emergencies and respond effectively to administer first aid.
Enhanced Safety in Childcare Settings
Ensure a safer environment for children by being able to spot and respond to potential hazards, treat minor injuries, and manage more serious incidents until help arrives.
Improved Safety
Having multiple first aiders on-site who are trained specifically in emergency paediatric first aid ensures that any emergencies can be managed effectively, helping keep infants and children safe.
Why Choose In-House Emergency Paediatric First Aid Training?
Choosing a regulated first aid training provider that delivers courses on-site, such as First Aid Safety, means that your training can be fully tailored to meet the needs of your early years setting, and your team can practice first aid in a familiar environment. You can also save time and money by training all your staff together in one place.
Both the full Paediatric First Aid and this supplementary Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualifications can be booked with us, helping to streamline and simplify your staff training.
What are the Benefits of In-House Training?
Significantly reduce your training cost
Cost-effective compared to open public courses
Promote a safety culture where your team are confident in dealing with Paediatric first aid
Control your own learning environment by hosting your training in-house
Save time by getting your staff qualified together
Encourages interaction and team bonding between your staff
Train on a date and time that suits your business requirements
Liaise and coordinate your training needs with a single training provider
What Will You Learn on Your Emergency Paediatric First Aid Training Course?
The course is designed to simulate real-life first aid incidents with the aim for the learners to demonstrate improved confidence in providing emergency paediatric first aid swiftly to an infant or a child to minimise the situation from becoming worse.
Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid at Work Course Syllabus The course is designed to simulate real-life first aid incidents with the aim for the learners to demonstrate improved confidence in providing emergency paediatric first aid swiftly to an infant or a child to minimise a situation becoming worse.
Unit 1 – Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Roles and Responsibilities of a Paediatric First Aider
How to assess emergency incidents and ensure safety
Administering CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) and positioning children and babies in recovery positions
Management of unresponsive infants or children, whether they are breathing or not
Treatment for choking, a common emergency in young children
Dealing with wounds and bleeds, shock, and other life-threatening conditions
Immediate action for bites, stings, and other external threats
Not sure if you need a 1-day or 2-day Paediatric First Aid Course? View our reference guide to the 2-Day and the 1-Day Paediatric courses for a quick overview of the differences.
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Assessment Method
Practical assessment
A practical assessment of the learners is conducted during the course. Ongoing assessment will involve learners demonstrating paediatric emergency first aid skills in primary survey, CPR, AED (Defibrillator), recovery position, choking and identifying life-threatening bleeds.
Theory assessment (multiple-choice question paper)
Learners are assessed by completing a multiple-choice question paper at the end of the course consisting of:
15 questions
11 correct answers pass mark
30-minute time limit
The course is delivered using interactive teaching methods and Q&As with practical sessions to help the learners absorb new skills and knowledge easily.
What's Included in Your Emergency Paediatric First Aid Course?
Expert instructions
Comprehensive manual
Qualification fees
Necessary equipment
Three-year certification
Reminder service
Speedy response to your questions or queries
Example Emergency Paediatric First Aid Questions
1. At what point should an ambulance be called for a casualty who is having a seizure?
A. Immediately in call cases
B. If the seizure lasts longer than normal
C. Only if the casualty has never had a seizure before
D. Only if the casualty is a child
2. It is a warm day and a child is having a nose bleed, the first aider should:
A. Place a wet paper towel on the bridge of the nose
B. Tip the head back and hold the nostrils closed
C. Stick cotton wool up each nostril
D. Tip the head forward and pinch just below the bridge of the nose
In-house Pricing
£595.00 up to 12 learners (ex.vat)
£545.00 up to 6 learners (ex.vat)
Why Choose First Aid Safety?
Since 2012, First Aid Safety have delivered Ofqual-regulated first aid training courses to employees from a wide range of industries, from aviation to finance. Partnered with Qualifications Network UK (QNUK), an awarding body that develops and offers qualifications regulated by Ofqual, we are committed to providing high-quality courses that meet HSE requirements and are fully tailored to each workplace.
Our courses are delivered through interactive teaching methods, including engaging Q&A sessions and hands-on practical activities. This approach ensures learners gain essential first aid knowledge and the confidence to apply their practical skills in real situations.
With a comprehensive network of experienced instructors available nationwide, we can deliver regulated training courses at your premises on a date and time that works for you.
Enquire Now
Prepare your team with essential training to manage emergency paediatric first-aid situations. Complete the enquiry form opposite or call us on 020 7112 8543 to book this in-house training course today.
Children are vulnerable in emergency situations, and the ability to provide immediate care can make a positive difference. Invest in high-quality regulated training for your staff and help keep the children in your care safe.
Operating hours
Our friendly team can be contacted Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm
10am-5pm during weekends and bank holidays.
Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid FAQs
Emergency Paediatric First Aid training should be renewed every three years to ensure that the qualification remains valid and the knowledge and skills stay up to date. It is also strongly recommended to take refresher training annually or as close to that as possible, to keep confidence high and ensure practitioners are familiar with the latest guidelines and practices.
The Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is a one-day programme that focuses on the most critical emergencies involving children, such as CPR, choking, and managing wounds or bleeding. However, the full Paediatric First Aid course lasts two days and covers a wider range of serious incidents, including issues like head injuries, burns, major illnesses, and fractures, providing more depth. Only the full Paediatric First Aid course meets EYFS requirements and is therefore suitable for meeting regulatory requirements for Ofsted-registered settings.
The following illnesses, injuries and conditions are NOT included in the shorter Emergency Paediatric First Aid course:
Injuries to bones, muscles and joints
Suspected head, spinal and chest injuries
Conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose
Burns, scalds and eye injuries
Chronic medical condition - Sickle Cell, Diabetes, Asthma
Meningitis, Febrile convulsions
Extremes of heat and cold
Electric shock, Burn and scald injuries
Poisoning
Anaphylaxis
Minor injuries, small cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, nose bleeds
View our quick reference guide to see what’s included in the 1-day and 2-day Paediatric first aid courses.
Yes, in-house training is designed to be customised so that the material, examples and scenarios match the specific needs and circumstances of your childcare setting. This means the training can take place on your own premises, use relevant equipment and address the kinds of emergencies your staff are most likely to face.
Up to 12 learners can be facilitated per instructor. This ensures that each learner receives personalised instructions and hands-on training. Larger group numbers can also be facilitated with additional instructors. Get in touch with our team today to learn more about our in-house Emergency Paediatric First Aid training.
If someone does not pass the theory portion (multiple-choice exam) of the Emergency Paediatric First Aid course, they have the option to re-take an alternative test paper within four weeks of completing the course. Additional support is provided to assist learner/s in improving their chances of completing the retake.
No, previous first aid experience is not required. The course is structured to accommodate learners of varying levels of experience, including complete beginners, guiding everyone through the essential skills and knowledge needed to perform emergency paediatric first aid.
There’s no specialist equipment that learners are required to bring. However, you should wear comfortable clothing that allows for movement since there are practical exercises, including lying on the floor for CPR and other hands-on components. Also, bring a notepad and pen so you can take notes during the theory parts, and anything else the organiser may specify before the course.
The Equality Act 2010 requires training centres to make reasonable adjustments where a disabled person would be at a substantial disadvantage in undertaking an assessment. A request for a reasonable adjustment depends on several factors, including the needs of the individual. Reasonable adjustments should be applied before a learner is assessed. Accordingly, we ask that customers identify any reasonable adjustments in time for such adjustments to be made safely.
Learners must be at least 14 years old* to enrol on the Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid course. An understanding of English is also required to undertake the training and complete the multiple-choice assessments. Learners must demonstrate first aid procedures as part of their assessment, including providing CPR to a casualty on the floor, and so must be physically capable of this.
*Please note that while learners aged 14-16 are allowed to complete the qualification, they shouldn’t be relied on by employers as the sole emergency first aider in the workplace.
