Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid at Work

This is a one-day course aimed at learners who wish to become emergency first-aiders caring for, or working with, children. It is intended for parents and relatives, pre-school or nursery staff, toddler group volunteers, childminders and nannies, au pairs and foster parents, teaching assistants, or anyone who must deliver first aid as part of their role in either childcare settings or a domestic environment. You do not need to have any previous first aid experience, but this would be helpful to you. Please make sure you wear practical and comfortable clothing as you will be working at floor level for part of the lesson.

• The roles and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider • How to assess an incident • CPR • Treating unresponsive children • Choking • Treating minor injuries • Hypovolemic shock.

Here are no formal entry requirements; however, you will need to pass an assessment before the course starts. We will need to assure ourselves that learners, are physically capable of completing the practical assessment. It is a governing body requirement that you must be able to kneel to perform CPR and this is covered with the disability act. Please speak to an Enrolment Advisor for information or advice about course fees as there is no fee funding for low waged or unemployed people with this qualification.

This is a one-day course that covers the practical aspects and knowledge needed to be competent in Emergency Paediatric First Aid. It is an accredited course and industry recognised. The day will be split into teaching and assessment with an end point assessment completed via a written multiple-choice exam. This is an ideal qualification for anyone working with children or looking after them personally or professionally.

This qualification will not only show you are competent, but it will also enhance your CV and be of benefit when applying for employment in the childcare sector.