What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Chatham is a 12-hour accredited qualification ideal for anyone responsible for the care of babies and children. You can complete the training entirely in person over two engaging classroom days or choose a blended format that combines flexible online learning with one day of practical, instructor-led training at our Chatham venue.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to perform child and infant CPR, manage choking incidents, treat common childhood injuries, and respond effectively to serious medical conditions. Once you’ve successfully completed all assessments, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate that remains valid for three years.
✅ Fully aligned with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, this qualification ensures you meet the professional standards for working in nurseries, schools, and other childcare environments throughout Chatham and the wider Medway area.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Chatham?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Chatham is designed for anyone who works with or looks after babies and young children. It’s an essential qualification for professionals across the childcare and education sectors, including:
- Early years and primary school teachers
- Registered childminders and nursery staff
- Foster carers, au pairs, and nannies
- Staff running after-school or holiday clubs
- Playgroup leaders and preschool practitioners
It’s also a valuable choice for parents and guardians in Chatham who want to feel prepared to respond calmly and confidently to emergencies at home or in the community.
What Will You Learn in the Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Chatham combines practical training with essential theoretical knowledge to prepare you for handling real-life emergencies involving infants and young children. Over the full 12-hour (2-day) programme, you’ll gain the confidence to act quickly and effectively in a variety of scenarios, including:
- Emergency response: learning how to assess a scene safely, carry out primary and secondary surveys, and identify when to call for medical assistance.
- Resuscitation techniques: performing CPR on babies and children, placing them in the recovery position, and managing seizures or unresponsiveness.
- Common injuries: responding to incidents such as choking, bleeding, burns, scalds, cuts, grazes, bites, stings, splinters, bruises, and nosebleeds.
- Medical conditions: recognising and treating asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including correct use of an adrenaline auto-injector), and febrile convulsions.
- Additional emergencies: providing first aid for shock, fractures, and injuries to the head, spine, or chest, along with dealing with poisoning, electric shock, and extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Chatham can be completed either as a full 2-day classroom-based programme (lasting around six to seven hours per day) or through a blended learning format. The blended route allows you to complete the online study modules at home before attending a single, instructor-led practical day at our local Chatham venue. Both delivery methods meet Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same accredited qualification.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for joining the Paediatric First Aid Course in Chatham. Learners must be aged 16 or older and physically able to take part in the practical first aid exercises included in the training sessions.
How Is the Course Assessed?
To earn this qualification, learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, trainer evaluations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods reflect Ofsted and EYFS standards to ensure the certificate is nationally recognised and accurately measures your first aid competence.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of all course elements, you’ll receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate recognised by both Ofsted and EYFS. This qualification is valid for three years and confirms that you meet the professional standards required to provide safe and effective first aid in childcare and educational settings across Chatham and the wider Medway area.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Chatham
Many nurseries, schools, and childcare providers in Chatham choose to have their Paediatric First Aid training delivered directly at their own premises. This convenient on-site option helps you create a cohesive and efficient learning experience for your entire team, offering several key benefits:
- ✓ Hold sessions on dates and times that fit your nursery or school’s schedule
- ✓ Train your full staff group together to ensure consistency and confidence across your team
- ✓ Customise the course to reflect the specific needs and safety requirements of your childcare environment
- ✓ Minimise travel time and expenses by completing the training on-site at your own location
Chatham Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training in Chatham is held at a conveniently located venue in the town centre, making it easily accessible for learners across the Medway area. The location is well connected by public transport, with Chatham Railway Station just a short walk away and regular bus services operating through the main routes along High Street, Dock Road, and The Brook. For those travelling by car, nearby parking is available at The Pentagon Centre and Globe Lane car parks.
Learners join us from across the Medway towns and surrounding areas, including Rochester, Gillingham, Strood, Rainham, and Walderslade — all within a 20–30 minute distance from central Chatham. This makes the course ideal not only for childcare professionals working in local nurseries, preschools, and schools but also for parents and guardians living in Chatham and neighbouring communities who want to gain the confidence to respond to emergencies involving children.
Other First Aid Courses in Chatham
Many workplaces and childcare settings in Chatham require more than just Paediatric First Aid. To meet wider safety and compliance needs, we also offer recognised qualifications such as the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) courses, both designed to equip staff with essential life-saving skills.
Visit our First Aid Courses in Chatham page to explore all available training options, or view our Paediatric First Aid course overview for detailed national information.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak connects learners in Chatham with accredited, industry-approved training providers across the UK. When you book your Paediatric First Aid course with us, you’ll benefit from the following advantages:
- ✓Accredited courses delivered by qualified trainers with real-world childcare experience
- ✓Certification fully recognised by Ofsted and EYFS, meeting national childcare standards
- ✓Flexible and transparent pricing with easy payment options through Klarna
- ✓A trusted learning platform chosen by over 100,000 professionals across the UK
