What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Ashford is a 12-hour accredited programme designed for those responsible for the care of babies and young children. You can complete the training fully in the classroom across two days, or choose the blended option, which combines home-based study with a single day of practical, face-to-face training.
Topics include infant and child CPR, managing choking incidents, responding to severe medical emergencies, and treating common injuries. Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate valid for three years.
✅ This training is fully Ofsted and EYFS compliant, meeting the professional and legal requirements for those working in childcare settings, schools, and nurseries.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Ashford?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for many roles that involve caring for and supervising children. It’s particularly suited for:
- Foster carers and nannies
- After-school and holiday club workers
- Primary and early years teachers
- Registered childminders
- Nursery and pre-school staff
It’s also valuable for parents and guardians who wish to feel prepared and confident when handling emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This Paediatric First Aid course in Ashford combines practical skills with essential theory to prepare you for emergencies involving babies and children. Over the full 12 hours (delivered across two days), you will gain the knowledge and confidence to manage a wide variety of scenarios, including:
- Resuscitation skills: practising infant and child CPR, using the recovery position, and responding to seizures.
- Emergency response: carrying out scene assessments, completing primary and secondary surveys, and recognising when professional medical help is required.
- Medical conditions: recognising and treating asthma, meningitis, diabetes, severe allergic reactions (including safe use of an adrenaline auto-injector), and febrile convulsions.
- Common incidents: dealing with choking, nosebleeds, cuts, grazes, splinters, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, and stings.
- Other risks: managing shock, fractures, head, spinal and chest injuries, as well as handling poisoning, electric shock, and extremes of heat or cold.
How Is the Course Delivered?
In Ashford, the Paediatric First Aid course can be taken either as a full two-day classroom programme (approximately 6–7 hours per day) or through a blended format. The blended option combines online study, completed in your own time, with one classroom day dedicated to practical training. Both routes satisfy Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same nationally recognised certificate.
Entry Requirements
There are no academic prerequisites for joining the Paediatric First Aid course in Ashford. Participants must be at least 16 years of age and be able to participate in hands-on first aid practice.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment of the Paediatric First Aid course in Ashford is conducted through a combination of practical tasks, continuous observation by the trainer, and a brief written test. These methods are designed to reflect Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring the training meets recognised requirements.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Yes. Once you successfully complete the training, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This qualification is recognised by Ofsted and EYFS and is valid for a period of three years before renewal is required.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Ashford
Schools, nurseries, and childcare providers often find it more convenient to arrange training at their own premises. Our on-site option in Ashford offers the flexibility to:
- ✓ Select course dates that align with your timetable
- ✓ Deliver training that reflects the specific risks in your environment
- ✓ Minimise travel and related expenses for staff
- ✓ Train your whole team together in one session
Ashford Location & Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid sessions are held in Ashford’s town centre, making it easy for participants travelling from across the region. The venue is easily accessible via local bus routes, and parking options are available nearby for those travelling by car.
We welcome learners not only from Ashford itself, but also from nearby areas such as Kennington, Wye, Charing, Tenterden, and Sellindge. Many childcare settings, schools, and families in these communities choose Ashford as a convenient central location for training.
Other First Aid Courses in Ashford
Different workplaces often require a variety of first aid qualifications. Alongside Paediatric First Aid, we also offer the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course and the full 3-day First Aid at Work (FAW) programme in Ashford.
You can browse all available training through our First Aid Courses in Ashford page, or view the Paediatric First Aid course overview for details on delivery nationwide.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a trusted platform for accredited training courses. By booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Ashford, you’ll benefit from:
- ✓Certification that fully meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements
- ✓Clear pricing with the option to spread the cost through Klarna instalments
- ✓Training delivered by accredited and approved providers
- ✓A platform trusted by more than 100,000 learners nationwide
