Paediatric First Aid Course in Derby

Paediatric First Aid Course in Derby

Our Paediatric First Aid Course in Derby is a comprehensive 12-hour programme designed for anyone responsible for the care of infants and young children. This accredited training can be completed over two full days in a classroom setting or via a flexible blended learning option, combining online theory with a practical hands-on day in class.

Throughout the course, participants will develop essential skills including CPR for babies and children, first aid for choking, managing common childhood injuries, and responding to serious medical emergencies. Upon successful completion, attendees will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years, confirming their competence in paediatric first aid.

Who Should Take Paediatric First Aid in Derby?

This Paediatric First Aid training is crucial for anyone responsible for the care of children. It’s particularly suitable for:

• Registered childminders and daycare providers
• Nursery, pre-school, and early years educators
• Primary school teachers and teaching assistants
• Staff at holiday clubs, after-school programmes, and activity centres
• Foster carers, nannies, and home-based childcare providers

Additionally, parents and guardians in Derby will benefit from this course, gaining the confidence to handle medical emergencies and accidents at home safely.

What Skills Will You Gain in Derby’s Paediatric First Aid Course?

Our Paediatric First Aid training in Derby combines theory with hands-on practice to equip you with the confidence and competence to respond to emergencies involving infants and young children. Across 12 hours of learning (delivered over 2 days), you’ll cover a wide range of vital situations, including:

• Emergency assessment: Evaluating the scene, performing primary and secondary surveys, and understanding when to seek extra help.
• CPR and life support: Carrying out infant and child CPR, placing a child in the recovery position, and managing seizure incidents.
• Common injuries: Responding to choking, burns, scalds, cuts, grazes, bruises, bites, stings, splinters, and nosebleeds.
• Recognising medical conditions: Identifying and acting on asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including adrenaline auto-injector use), meningitis, diabetes, and febrile convulsions.
• Handling serious emergencies: Managing shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as poisoning, electric shocks, and temperature-related emergencies.

Course Delivery Options in Derby

In Derby, our Paediatric First Aid course is available in two flexible formats to suit different learning preferences. You can attend a traditional 2-day classroom course, typically lasting six to seven hours each day, or choose our blended learning option. With blended learning, you complete the theory online at your own pace and then join a full day of practical, hands-on training in class.

Both delivery methods fully comply with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring you earn the same nationally recognised accredited certificate upon successful completion.

Who Can Enrol?

No formal qualifications are needed to join the Paediatric First Aid course in Derby. Participants should be at least 16 years old and able to take part in practical first aid activities during the training.

Course Assessment in Derby

Participants in Derby’s Paediatric First Aid course are assessed through practical exercises, trainer observations, and a short written quiz. This combination of assessment methods ensures that learners achieve the skills and knowledge required to meet Ofsted and EYFS standards, leading to a fully accredited qualification.

Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate

After successfully completing the Paediatric First Aid course in Derby, you’ll be awarded a nationally accredited certificate. This qualification meets Ofsted and EYFS standards and remains valid for three years, demonstrating your competence in childcare first aid.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Derby

For many nurseries, schools, and childcare settings in Derby, having the training delivered on-site is the most convenient option. Our on-site courses offer several advantages:

• ✓ Train your entire team together in a single session
• ✓ Reduce travel time and associated costs
• ✓ Schedule training at dates that suit your organisation
• ✓ Tailor content to meet your team’s specific needs and environment

Derby Location and Accessibility

Our Paediatric First Aid courses are held at easily accessible venues in Derby city centre, with convenient transport links and parking options for those travelling by car. This makes it simple for childcare professionals, parents, and guardians from across Derby and nearby areas to attend.

Learners often join from surrounding towns and suburbs, including Alvaston, Mackworth, Littleover, Chellaston, Spondon, Borrowash, and Long Eaton, ensuring the training is accessible to a wide range of participants in and around Derby.

Other First Aid Courses in Derby

To ensure complete workplace and home safety, we also offer additional first aid training in Derby. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) courses.

View all available courses on our First Aid Courses in Derby hub, or explore the Paediatric First Aid course overview for national details.

Why Choose Hurak for Your Paediatric First Aid Training?

Hurak is a leading platform for accredited first aid training. By booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Derby with us, you’ll benefit from:

• ✓ Courses delivered by fully recognised, accredited training providers
• ✓ Certificates compliant with Ofsted and EYFS requirements
• ✓ Transparent pricing with flexible Klarna payment options
• ✓ Trusted by over 100,000 learners nationwide