Paediatric First Aid
This one day blended paediatric first aid course is available onsite at your location, or at our Farsley training centre.
Blended Paediatric First Aid Training Courses
This one-day Blended Paediatric First Aid training course can be run at your premises in Leeds, Bradford or anywhere across Yorkshire. The course is a mix of e-Learning and face to face training. This valuable and focused first aid course is especially tailored to address the specific needs and challenges of caring for young children and infants.
Here's what you can expect from a blended 1-day Paediatric First Aid course that meets OFSTED (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills) and EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) requirements:
- Focus on Emergency Scenarios: The course will cover a range of emergency situations that are common when caring for young children and infants. This includes topics such as choking, allergic reactions, burns, febrile convulsions, and more.
- Paediatric CPR and First Aid Techniques: Participants will learn how to perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and other first aid techniques specifically tailored to infants and young children, taking into account their unique physiology and needs.
- Assessment and Management: The course will teach participants how to assess and manage paediatric emergencies effectively, including how to recognise signs and symptoms of various illnesses and injuries, and how to respond promptly and appropriately.
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Since the course meets OFSTED and EYFS requirements, it will cover any specific legal and regulatory standards that childcare providers need to adhere to regarding first aid training.
- Blended Learning Approach: As indicated, the course utilises a blended learning approach, which involves a combination of online learning modules and in-person training sessions. This approach provides flexibility whilst still ensuring comprehensive coverage of the course material.
- Certification: Successful completion of the course will result in certification that meets OFSTED and EYFS requirements. This certification demonstrates that participants have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to provide first aid to young children and infants in emergency situations.
- Practical Skills Practice: Participants will have the opportunity to practice their first aid skills in simulated scenarios, helping to build confidence and readiness to respond effectively in real-life situations
Overall, this course is essential for anyone involved in the care of young children, whether as parents, childcare providers, educators, or other professionals. It ensures that individuals are prepared to handle emergencies and provide potentially life-saving assistance when it matters
Book your space via the calendar.
To book a course please use the calendar above. If you can't find a suitable date then please complete our Booking Request Form or contact us.
Duration
1 day face-to-face practical training
Plus 4–6 hours pre-course eLearning (completed in advance within 4 weeks prior)
Timings
09:00 – 16:30 (face-to-face session)
eLearning completed at the learner’s own pace prior to the course
Qualification
Paediatric First Aid (Blended)
Meets OFSTED and EYFS requirements
Complies with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
Requirements
No prior first aid experience required
Completion of eLearning before attending the practical session
Photo ID required for attendance
Workplace Risk
Designed for environments involving the care of infants and children
Covers risks associated with childcare settings, schools, and group activities
Focuses on common paediatric emergencies
Ideal Audience
Nursery staff and early years practitioners
School staff (including those working with children up to 18)
Childminders
After school and holiday club providers
Parents and carers
Course Content
Covers paediatric-specific emergency first aid scenarios including:
- CPR for infants and children
- Choking
- Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
- Burns and scalds
- Febrile convulsions
- Illness recognition and management
Teaches how to assess and respond to emergencies involving children and infants
Includes practical, scenario-based training to build confidence
Delivered through a blend of eLearning and hands-on training
Statutory Compliance:
Fully compliant with OFSTED and EYFS requirements
Certification issued upon successful completion
Location
Our Blended Paediatric First Aid Training Course can be held either at your location or at our training centre.
For 3 or more learners we can also come to your venue.
If you have a smaller team then we can hold the day at our Leeds training centre at Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Pudsey, conveniently located just off the ring road between Bradford and Leeds.