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1 day course
Full day training3 year certificate
Qualsafe awardsNo experience needed
All backgrounds welcomeHSE compliant
Ofqual regulatedBe ready to act in a workplace emergency
This one‑day course gives learners the essential skills to deal with emergency situations involving babies and children, in line with current UK paediatric first aid guidance.
It is suitable for many early years and childcare settings that require emergency paediatric first aid rather than the full two‑day qualification.
Perfect for early years settings needing emergency cover
This course works well for schools, nurseries, clubs and childminders who need staff trained to handle life‑threatening incidents involving children and infants, without the additional topics covered in the full Paediatric First Aid course.
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Course details
- Duration1 day (approximately 6 hours)
Certification
3 year Ofqual regulated certificationPrerequisites
NoneAssessment
Practical and theory assessments embedded into course delivery
What you'll learn
Roles and responsibilities in paediatric settings
Understand the duties of a paediatric first aider, including safeguarding, communication with parents and incident reporting.Paediatric primary survey
Use an age‑appropriate primary survey to assess babies and children quickly and safely.Infant and child CPR
Perform CPR on infants and children using correct techniques for each age group.Use of an AED on children
Understand how and when to use an Automated External Defibrillator safely on a child casualty.Unresponsive babies and children
Place unresponsive but breathing infants and children in a safe position and monitor them effectively.Choking in babies and children
Recognise and treat choking in infants and children using back blows and chest or abdominal thrusts as appropriate.Severe bleeding and shock in children
Control serious bleeding and recognise and manage shock in paediatric casualties.Seizures and common medical emergencies
Respond to febrile convulsions and other urgent medical problems in infants and children.Minor injuries and burns
Treat minor wounds, burns and scalds in children, and know when to escalate for further care.Course outcomes
Understand the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
Conduct a primary survey for a baby or child
Summon appropriate help in a paediatric emergency
Perform CPR on an infant casualty
Perform CPR on a child casualty
Understand safe use of an AED with paediatric settings or pads where available
Place an unresponsive but breathing baby or child in a safe airway position
Monitor breathing and responsiveness in an unresponsive paediatric casualty
Recognise and treat choking in infants
Recognise and treat choking in children
Control external bleeding in babies and children using direct pressure and dressings
Recognise and provide first aid for shock in paediatric casualties
Recognise and respond appropriately to seizures and febrile convulsions
Provide first aid for common minor injuries in children, including cuts, grazes and bruises
Provide first aid for minor burns and scalds in babies and children
Know when to call 999 or seek urgent medical advice for a paediatric casualty
Communicate effectively with parents, carers and emergency services during and after an incident
Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at anyone who works with, or has responsibility for, babies and children and needs emergency‑focused paediatric first aid training.
- Nursery and preschool staff
- Primary school and early years teachers and support staff
- After‑school and holiday club leaders
- Childminders and nannies
- Sports and activity coaches working with children
- Parents, guardians and family members wanting essential paediatric emergency skills
Ongoing support
Unlike many providers, we offer ongoing support for all our candidates throughout the life of their certificate. You can rely on us for guidance and resources long after the course has finished.
What participants say
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Rating
Jodie Ricketts
11/02/2026
Really brilliant training session. Trainer was excellent, and the content was really appropriate and useful
Ben Penney
11/02/2026
Fantastic BLS session with Rachel, excellent knowledge. Session was very clear and concise. Practical session was great.
Megan Smith
26/11/2025
Great refresher on BLS. Always learn /pick up something. Session was very informative but light.
Neilio
10/09/2025
James Griffiths
29/07/2025
Great time. Learnt loads! Liked being hands on and practical. Got to try things I've not in previous first aid courses
