Paediatric First Aid 1 Day Course
Key Features
Of this Paediatric First Aid - 1 Day Course:
- One-day course delivering the full paediatric first aid syllabus recognised across UK early years settings
- Practical training on infant and child CPR, choking management, and common childhood emergencies
- Covers assessment of unconscious casualties, recovery position, and use of AEDs on children
- Addresses anaphylaxis, asthma, seizures, burns, fractures and head injuries specific to under-18s
- Includes scenario-based practice with paediatric mannequins in realistic nursery and school environments
- Meets requirements for Ofsted-registered settings, schools and childminders under current EYFS guidance
Course Date Availability
Paediatric First Aid - 1 Day training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £79 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Huddersfield | 6th Jul 202624th Sep 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
The Paediatric First Aid 1 Day course provides delegates with the complete set of skills needed to respond confidently to emergencies involving babies and children. Delivered in a single day of focused practical and theory sessions, it follows the latest Resuscitation Council UK guidelines and prepares participants for real incidents in nurseries, schools, playgroups and childminding settings. Delegates learn to assess situations quickly, deliver effective CPR, manage choking and treat a wide range of injuries and illnesses that commonly affect infants and children up to 18 years old.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Nursery practitioners and early years educators
- Primary and secondary school teaching assistants
- Registered childminders and nannies
- After-school club and holiday play scheme staff
- Sports coaches and youth activity leaders
- Healthcare assistants working in paediatric environments
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Primary assessment of an unresponsive infant or child
- Infant and child CPR including chest compressions and rescue breaths
- Safe use of an automated external defibrillator on children
- Management of choking in conscious and unconscious casualties
- Recovery position for infants and children
- Treatment of wounds, burns, fractures and head injuries
- Recognition and response to anaphylaxis, asthma and febrile seizures
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs as a single intensive day combining short theory inputs with repeated hands-on practice using age-appropriate mannequins and training equipment. Sessions are delivered in small groups to ensure every delegate receives individual feedback on technique.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
- Assessing an emergency situation and primary survey
- CPR for infants under 1 year and children 1–18 years
- Choking procedures and airway management
- Medical conditions including asthma, epilepsy and diabetes
- Injuries, bleeding, burns and shock management
- Anaphylaxis, poisoning and environmental emergencies
Private Courses On-site
Paediatric First Aid 1 Day training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Successful delegates receive a Paediatric First Aid certificate that meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and is valid for three years. The certificate is issued by an approved awarding body following completion of both practical and written assessments. Refresher training is recommended every three years to maintain competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Paediatric First Aid 1 Day questions:
The course is delivered over one full day, typically 6–7 hours of contact time including breaks.
No formal prerequisites are required. Delegates should be physically able to perform CPR on the floor.
The syllabus includes primary assessment, infant and child CPR, choking, recovery position, AED use, wounds, burns, fractures, anaphylaxis, asthma and seizures.
Assessment combines continuous practical observation by the trainer and a short multiple-choice theory paper at the end of the day.
You receive a Paediatric First Aid certificate from an approved awarding body valid for three years.
The certificate is valid for three years. A full refresher course must be completed before expiry to remain compliant.
The one-day version covers the full syllabus required for most UK childcare settings and is accepted where a single-day qualification meets regulatory needs.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for floor-based practical work. All training equipment and manuals are provided.
Yes, sessions use realistic nursery and school-based scenarios with paediatric mannequins to practise decision-making and skills.
Many providers can run the course on-site when a suitable training room is available.
Yes, delegates practise attaching and using paediatric pads on child mannequins during the AED module.
Yes, the certificate meets the requirements set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework.
Prices per person typically start at £79. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
This qualification equips staff with the precise techniques and decision-making skills required when caring for children in educational and childcare settings. Training emphasises realistic scenarios drawn from everyday nursery and school environments so delegates leave ready to act effectively.
Last updated: May 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group