Paediatric First Aid

As well as being a requirement for certain roles, Paediatric first aid training is a valuable skill and really does help save lives. It’s important to remember that young children do not have the capacity to see danger in the same way as an adult, and even with numerous protective measures in place accidents still happen.

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Helping You Choose a Paediatric First Aid Course

We offer paediatric first aid training at two levels: The shorter Emergency Paediatric First Aid, and the comprehensive Full 12 hour Paediatric First Aid

Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA)

This course is shorter and covers essential emergency procedures. It’s typically suitable for individuals who work with children occasionally or where a higher level of training might not be required.

It is mandatory for anyone who joins the voluntary Childcare Register.

It is also excellent training for babysitters or parents who want basic knowledge of handling emergencies.

Full 12 hour Paediatric First Aid (PFA12Hr):

This comprehensive course covers a wider range of topics, extending the EPFA training with further training especially with regards to early years

It is mandatory for certain roles, governed by the Early Years and compulsory Childcare registers. This would include some early years staff, childminders (depending on child age), and after school club staff.