Paediatric First Aid Course in Cornwall

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Cornwall is a thorough 12-hour programme designed for those who work with young children and infants. This accredited course offers flexibility, allowing participants to choose between attending a two-day classroom-based course or opting for a blended learning approach. The blended option combines online theory with a practical full-day session, providing a well-rounded learning experience.

During the course, you'll cover vital skills such as performing CPR for both infants and children, handling choking emergencies, treating common injuries, and dealing with more serious medical conditions. After completing the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.

Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Cornwall?

The Paediatric First Aid Course is vital for anyone working with children and is a requirement for various professions. This course is recommended for:

• Registered childminders
• Early years and nursery educators
• Primary school teachers
• Holiday club and after-school care workers
• Foster parents and nannies

Parents and caregivers will also find this course highly beneficial, as it empowers them to respond confidently to emergencies at home.

What Will You Learn in the Course?

This paediatric first aid course in Cornwall equips you with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills for managing emergencies involving children and infants. Spanning 12 hours over two days, the course will boost your confidence in handling a variety of emergency situations, including:

• Incident management: Learn to assess emergency situations, conduct primary and secondary surveys, and know when to request additional medical support.
• CPR and resuscitation: Gain the skills to perform infant and child CPR, position a casualty in the recovery position, and manage seizures effectively.
• Handling common injuries: Learn to manage choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, cuts, bruises, grazes, splinters, and nosebleeds.
• Recognising medical conditions: Understand how to respond to conditions like asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, severe allergic reactions (including the use of adrenaline auto-injectors), and febrile convulsions.
• Managing serious emergencies: Treat shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, and address electric shocks, poisoning, and extreme temperature-related conditions.

How Is the Course Delivered?

The Paediatric First Aid course in Cornwall is available in two flexible formats: a traditional two-day classroom course (lasting six to seven hours per day) or a blended learning option. With the blended approach, you will complete the theoretical part online at your own pace, followed by a full practical day in the classroom. Both delivery methods are fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, ensuring you receive the same accredited certificate upon successful completion.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements to enrol in the Paediatric First Aid course. However, participants must be at least 16 years old and capable of taking part in practical first aid activities.

How Is the Course Assessed?

Assessment for this course includes practical demonstrations, trainer-led observations, and a short written test. These assessment methods ensure that learners meet Ofsted and EYFS standards, earning them a fully recognised qualification upon completion.

Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This qualification is fully recognised by Ofsted and complies with EYFS standards. The certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Cornwall

For many schools and nurseries in Cornwall, it’s preferable to have Paediatric First Aid training delivered on-site. Our on-site training option offers the following benefits:

• ✓ Conduct training with your team in one convenient session
• ✓ Save time and reduce travel expenses
• ✓ Choose dates that best fit your organisation’s schedule
• ✓ Tailor the course to meet the specific needs of your team and environment

Cornwall Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

The Paediatric First Aid training is held at a centrally located venue in Cornwall, making it easily accessible for both local residents and those travelling from surrounding areas. The venue is well-connected by public transport, and parking is available for those who prefer to drive.

Learners travel from nearby towns and districts, including Truro, Falmouth, St Austell, Newquay, Penzance, Helston, and the surrounding Cornish villages. This accessibility ensures that childcare professionals, as well as parents and guardians, can easily attend the course, whether they work in nurseries, schools, or simply want to be prepared for emergencies at home.

Other First Aid Courses in Cornwall

In addition to the Paediatric First Aid course, we offer a range of other first aid courses in Cornwall, catering to various professional and personal needs. This includes Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course.

Explore all the first aid courses available in Cornwall on our First Aid Courses in Cornwall hub, or visit the Paediatric First Aid course overview for full course details.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak is a trusted platform for accredited training. When booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Cornwall, you’ll enjoy these key benefits:

• ✓Courses provided by recognised, accredited training partners
• ✓Certification compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards
• ✓Clear, upfront pricing with flexible payment options, including Klarna
• ✓Over 100,000 learners trust our platform for their training needs