Description

Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (Blended Learning)

£85 per person

Date: Wednesday 5th August 2026
Venue: St Clare Medical Centre, Penzance

FAA/Nuco Accredited • Ofqual Regulated • EYFS & Ofsted Compliant

Course Overview

This accredited Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid course is designed for anyone responsible for the care of babies and children. The qualification fully meets the statutory paediatric first aid requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and is accepted by Ofsted-registered settings.

This blended learning course allows learners to complete the theory element online at their own pace before attending a practical face-to-face training day.

Who Should Attend?

Suitable for:

• Nursery and early years practitioners
• Childminders and nannies
• School staff and teaching assistants
• Crèche and after-school club staff
• Foster carers and guardians
• Parents wishing to learn life-saving paediatric first aid skills

Qualification

To achieve the qualification, learners must complete:

Unit 1 – Emergency Paediatric First Aid

Unit 2 – Managing Paediatric Illness, Injury and Emergencies

The qualification is accredited by FAA through Nuco Training and regulated by Ofqual.

Course Duration

• 12 hours total learning time
• Online theory completed before the practical session
• One full day of face-to-face practical training (minimum 6 hours)
• Meets EYFS blended learning requirements

Assessment & Certification

• Ongoing practical and written assessments
• Certificate valid for 3 years
• Annual refresher training recommended
• Full course must be retaken to renew certification

What You’ll Learn

Topics include:

• Primary survey and emergency response
• CPR for infants and children
• Safe use of an AED (defibrillator)
• Recovery position
• Choking emergencies
• Bleeding and shock
• Minor injuries and wound management
• Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
• Fractures and soft tissue injuries
• Head, neck and spinal injuries
• Meningitis and febrile convulsions
• Asthma emergencies
• Diabetic emergencies
• Seizures
• Burns and scalds
• Electric shock
• Effects of heat and cold
• Foreign bodies in eyes, ears and nose

Course Information

• Minimum age: 16 years
• Maximum group size: 12 learners
• Training materials included
• Printed course booklet included
• Certification included in the course fee

Physical Requirements

Learners must be able to get to the floor unaided and perform CPR on a manikin. If you have concerns regarding the practical elements of the course, please contact us before booking.

Why Choose Us?

• Fully insured training provider
• FAA/Nuco accredited
• Ofqual-regulated qualification
• EYFS and Ofsted compliant
• Small group sizes for individual support

Book Your Place

Book today to secure your place on the Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid at St Clare Medical Centre, Penzance.