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Paediatric First Aid
Train your nursery, school or childcare team on site. Our 12-hour Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course meets the EYFS requirement for a full paediatric first aid certificate, renewed every 3 years.
12 hours
Full EYFS-length course
Blended or 2 days
6 hrs online + 1 day on site, or 2 days on site
3 years
Certificate validity
On site
At your setting
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Choose your option
Two ways to complete the 12 hours
Most popular
Blended: online + 1 day on site
About 6 hours of e-learning before the course, then 1 practical day (6 hours) at your setting.
- Theory online, at each learner’s own pace
- All practical skills taught and assessed face-to-face
- Less time away from the room
Fully face-to-face
2 days on site
12 hours of face-to-face training at your setting over 2 days.
- Ideal if staff prefer classroom learning
- All practical skills taught and assessed face-to-face
- Same Level 3 certificate
What’s covered
Course content
- Assessing an emergency situation
- Infant or child who is unresponsive
- CPR for infants and children
- Choking
- Bleeding & shock
- Seizures
- Anaphylaxis & allergic reactions
- Electric shock
- Burns & scalds
- Fractures & dislocations
- Head, neck & back injuries
- Poisoning
- Foreign bodies in eyes, ears & nose
- Extreme heat & cold
- Diabetic emergency, asthma, meningitis & febrile convulsions
- Role of the paediatric first aider
Assessment & certificate
How learners are assessed
Learners demonstrate their practical skills on baby and child manikins and complete a multiple-choice theory paper. Successful learners receive a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Paediatric First Aid certificate, valid for 3 years.
Keep skills fresh between certificates
Our online Paediatric First Aid Refresher is a CPD course on IC E-Learning. It doesn’t replace the 3-year certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Does this meet Ofsted and EYFS requirements?
Yes. The EYFS requires a full paediatric first aid course of at least 12 hours, renewed every 3 years. This course is 12 hours.
Can the e-learning count towards the 12 hours?
Yes. Up to 6 hours can be completed online before the practical day; all skills are assessed face-to-face.
Is the qualification regulated?
Yes. Learners work towards a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification. The certificate is valid for 3 years.
Where is the training held?
At your premises, anywhere in England & Wales. You’ll need enough space for everyone taking part; we can bring a portable projector and screen.
How is payment made?
We can invoice your organisation by email, or send you a payment link.
Will learners receive a certificate?
Yes. A certificate is issued to each learner who successfully completes the course.
Enquire
Get dates and a quote for your team
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- Delivered at your setting
- Blended or 2 days on site
- Meets Ofsted & EYFS requirements
- Prefer to talk? Call 020 3576 3196
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