Paediatric First Aid Course in Barnsley

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Barnsley is a 12-hour accredited qualification aimed at individuals responsible for caring for infants and children. The training is available in two formats: a full 2-day classroom-based course or a blended learning option that combines online study at home with a practical, in-class session.

This course covers essential skills, including infant CPR, handling choking emergencies, treating common injuries, and managing severe medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a certificate that is valid for three years and widely recognised across the UK.

Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Barnsley?

The Paediatric First Aid course is essential for many professionals who care for children. It’s ideal for the following roles:

• Primary and early years teachers
• Nursery and pre-school staff
• Registered childminders
• Foster carers and nannies
• After-school and holiday club workers
• Healthcare professionals working with children

This training is also valuable for parents and guardians who want the skills and confidence to handle emergencies at home.

What Will You Learn on the Course?

This paediatric first aid training in Barnsley combines both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to help you confidently respond to emergencies involving babies and children. Over the 12-hour (2-day) programme, you will learn how to manage a wide range of incidents, including:

• Resuscitation skills: Performing infant and child CPR, placing a casualty in the recovery position, and handling seizures.
• Emergency response: Conducting scene surveys, primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for help.
• Medical conditions: Recognising and managing asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including using an adrenaline auto-injector safely), and febrile convulsions.
• Common incidents: Treating external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, and nosebleeds.
• Other risks: Managing shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, and dealing with electric shock, poisoning, and temperature extremes.

How Is the Course Delivered?

This course is offered in two formats: a full 2-day classroom programme (typically 6 to 7 hours per day) or a blended learning option. With blended learning, you will complete the online theory portion from home before attending a single practical day in class. Both options fulfil Ofsted and EYFS requirements, leading to the same recognised certificate upon completion.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Barnsley. Learners must be at least 16 years old and be capable of participating in practical first aid exercises during the course.

How Is the Course Assessed?

To gain this qualification, learners will be assessed through practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods align with the standards set by Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, ensuring that the certification is fully recognised and compliant.

Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate is recognised under Ofsted and EYFS regulations and remains valid for three years.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Barnsley

Many schools and nurseries prefer to have Paediatric First Aid training delivered directly at their premises. Our on-site training option in Barnsley provides several advantages for your organisation:

• ✓ Save time and costs by training your entire team together
• ✓ Flexible scheduling to choose dates that suit your staff's availability
• ✓ Tailor the course to address specific risks within your environment
• ✓ Minimise disruption by reducing travel time for your team

Barnsley Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at a central venue in Barnsley, providing easy access for those based in the town or travelling from nearby areas. The venue is conveniently located with good public transport links and parking options available for those arriving by car.

Learners come to us from nearby locations, including South Kirkby, Cudworth, Royston, Wombwell, Athersley, Mapplewell, Darfield, and Thurnscoe. This makes the course accessible not just to childcare professionals in nurseries and schools, but also to parents and guardians in Barnsley and the surrounding areas.

Other First Aid Courses in Barnsley

Many workplaces require different first aid training. Alongside Paediatric First Aid, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Barnsley.

Explore all our first aid training options by visiting our First Aid Courses in Barnsley page. For national details, check out our Paediatric First Aid course overview.

Why Choose Hurak?

As a leading marketplace for accredited training, Hurak offers numerous benefits when booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Barnsley:

• ✓ Ofsted & EYFS compliant certification for peace of mind
• ✓ Transparent pricing, with Klarna instalments available for flexible payments
• ✓ Courses delivered by trusted and accredited providers
• ✓ A platform trusted by over 100,000 learners nationwide