This qualification is designed for individuals who work with or care for infants and children, including early years staff, teachers, childcare professionals, and parents. It equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to respond confidently and effectively to a range of paediatric first aid situations.

The course meets Ofsted and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is suitable for those working in schools, nurseries, and childcare settings.

Course Structure
– Duration: 2 days (12 hours total learning)
– Delivery: Classroom-based with practical demonstrations and assessments
– Accreditation: Highfield (or equivalent awarding body)

Course Content

Learners will cover:
– Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
– Assessing an emergency situation safely
– CPR and safe use of an AED (infant and child)
– Recovery position for infants and children
– Managing choking, bleeding, and shock
– Treating minor injuries, burns, scalds, and fractures
– Recognising and responding to seizures, asthma, meningitis, and anaphylaxis
– Recording and reporting incidents in line with workplace procedures

Assessment
– Practical demonstrations of first aid skills
– Multiple-choice knowledge assessment

Certification
Learners will receive a Paediatric First Aid Certificate valid for 3 years, recognised by Ofsted and EYFS.

Who is this course for?
– Nursery staff, childminders, and teachers
– School support staff and play workers
– Parents, guardians, and anyone responsible for caring for children

Progression Pathway

After completing this course, learners may progress to:
– Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
– First Aid at Work (FAW)
– Specialist training such as Anaphylaxis Awareness or Asthma Management

First Aid

Anaphylaxis and Autoinjectors

Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Emergency First Aid at Work

First Aid at Work

Paediatric First Aid

Regulated First Aid Qualifications Assessor and Internal Quality Assurance CPD Training