What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Broadstairs is a 12-hour accredited qualification tailored for individuals entrusted with the care of young children and babies. This training can be completed over two full days in the classroom or through a flexible blended learning option that combines online study with one practical, in-person training day.
Throughout the course, you will learn critical skills such as infant and child CPR, how to respond to choking incidents, manage common injuries, and deal with serious medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you will receive a recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ This course is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS regulations, ensuring you meet the necessary legal and professional standards for working in childcare, schools, and early years settings in Broadstairs.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Broadstairs?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is an essential qualification for various professionals working with children. This course is particularly valuable for:
- Primary and early years educators
- Foster carers and nannies
- Registered childminders
- Nursery and pre-school practitioners
- After-school and holiday club staff
In addition, the course is highly beneficial for parents and guardians who wish to gain the confidence and skills needed to manage emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn in the Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Broadstairs provides a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to emergencies involving children and infants. Over the course of the 12-hour (2-day) programme, you'll build the confidence to manage a variety of situations, including:
- Resuscitation techniques: performing CPR on infants and children, correctly positioning a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizures.
- Common injuries: treating choking, external bleeding, cuts, burns, grazes, bruises, bites, stings, splinters, and nosebleeds.
- Medical conditions: handling asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including how to use an adrenaline auto-injector safely), and febrile convulsions.
- Emergency response: performing scene surveys, primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for medical help.
- Other risks: managing shock, fractures, injuries to the head, spine, and chest, as well as handling electric shock, poisoning, and temperature extremes.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Broadstairs is offered in two convenient formats: a full 2-day classroom programme (approximately six to seven hours each day) or a blended learning approach. With the blended option, you’ll complete the online portion at your own pace before attending one practical in-class session. Both delivery formats adhere to Ofsted and EYFS standards and lead to the same accredited certificate upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Broadstairs. Participants must be at least 16 years old and able to actively engage in practical first aid activities during the course.
How Is the Course Assessed?
To obtain this qualification, learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods ensure the course meets the standards set by Ofsted and EYFS, resulting in a fully recognised certificate upon successful completion.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the Paediatric First Aid course, learners will receive an accredited certificate that is recognised by Ofsted and EYFS. This certificate remains valid for three years from the date of issue.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Broadstairs
For nurseries, schools, and childcare providers in Broadstairs, we offer the flexibility of delivering Paediatric First Aid training right at your premises. This on-site option provides several advantages:
- ✓ Schedule training on dates that are most convenient for your staff
- ✓ Save on travel time and costs by training on-site
- ✓ Ensure all staff are trained together as a group for consistent learning
- ✓ Customise the course to address the specific risks present in your setting
Broadstairs Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at a centrally located venue in Broadstairs, making it convenient for those living in or around the town. Whether you're based in Broadstairs itself or coming from nearby areas, the venue is easily accessible by local transport and provides nearby parking for those driving to the course.
Learners attend from various surrounding areas, including Margate, Ramsgate, Herne Bay, Westgate-on-Sea, Sandwich, and Cliftonville. These locations are all within a 30- to 60-minute journey from the Broadstairs training centre, ensuring accessibility for childcare professionals and parents and guardians living in and around Broadstairs.
Other First Aid Courses in Broadstairs
In addition to Paediatric First Aid, many workplaces and childcare settings require further first aid qualifications. In Broadstairs, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course to meet various workplace safety needs.
Visit our First Aid Courses in Broadstairs page to explore all available options, or refer to our Paediatric First Aid course overview for national course details.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a leading platform for accredited first-aid training, offering a wide range of professional courses. When you book your Paediatric First Aid course in Broadstairs, you’ll benefit from:
- ✓Accredited courses led by experienced, expert trainers
- ✓Clear, transparent pricing with flexible payment options like Klarna instalments
- ✓Fully Ofsted and EYFS compliant certification, meeting industry standards
- ✓A trusted platform used by over 100,000 learners across the UK
