- Level 3
- 6 Hours Duration
- 3 Year Certificate
- First Aid
- 12 Delegates
- Includes Practical
Qualsafe Emergency Paediatric First Aid (1 Day)
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is a regulated one-day course designed for childcare workers, parents, and professionals to gain essential skills in responding to emergencies involving infants and children. It covers key topics such as CPR, choking, and common injuries, and meets Ofsted and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirement
Gain the required skills
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (1 day) is an Ofqual‑regulated qualification designed to give learners the essential skills to respond to emergencies involving infants and children. Aligned with EYFS requirements, it is ideal for early years practitioners, childcare staff, and anyone responsible for young children.
The course covers key topics such as assessing emergencies, CPR and defibrillation, choking, seizures, bleeding, shock, and managing unresponsive infants or children. Successful learners gain a nationally recognised qualification valid for three years, with an annual refresher recommended to maintain confidence and practical skills.
Suitable for childcare professionals with Level 2 or 3 qualifications who need paediatric first aid to meet EYFS staff-to-child ratio requirements, as well as parents, guardians, and grandparents who want to be prepared for emergencies involving infants and children.
Course Summary
- Emergency Roles: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of an emergency paediatric first aider
- Assessment: How to properly assess an emergency situation.
- Unresponsive Casualties: Managing an unresponsive infant or child.
- Recovery Position: Placing a child or infant in the recovery position.
- Basic life support: CPR and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) for infants and children.
- Choking: Handling choking emergencies for different age groups.
- Injuries & Ailments: Treating minor injuries, bites, stings, and managing seizures.
- Trauma: Addressing bleeding and shock.
- Practical & Assessments
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FAQs
Where do you deliver the course?
We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. Also, we have our own venues in Stoke on Trent, London, Swindon, Epsom & York if you need access to a training room (additional charges will apply). We can also deliver this training virtually using Zoom. However, sessions delivered via Zoom will be theory only and will not include any practical’s.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is ideal for early years practitioners, childcare staff, and anyone responsible for infants and children, including parents, guardians, and grandparents.
Does this qualification meet EYFS requirements?
Yes. The course is designed in line with current EYFS requirements, making it suitable for staff who need to be included in early years staff‑to‑child ratios.
How long is the qualification valid for?
The qualification is valid for three years, with an annual refresher recommended to maintain confidence and practical skills
How long does the course take?
This is a 1‑day course (typically 6 hours), combining theory and practical hands‑on training.
What topics are covered during the training?
Learners cover emergency paediatric first aid essentials, including CPR, defibrillation, choking, seizures, bleeding, shock, unresponsive infants/children, minor injuries, and more.
Do I need previous first aid experience?
No prior experience is required. The course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those refreshing their knowledge.
Do you offer individual or group training
This particular Qualsafe‑accredited course is delivered as group training only. We provide in‑house training for teams of 4 delegates and above, and you’re welcome to discuss dates, pricing, and delivery options with our team.
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