What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Ealing is a 12-hour accredited qualification, ideal for those responsible for caring for infants and children. You can choose between two learning options: complete the course in a classroom over two days, or opt for a blended learning approach, combining distance learning at home with a one-day practical classroom session.
Throughout the course, you will learn essential skills, including CPR for infants and children, how to manage choking, respond to common injuries, and handle severe medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a recognised certificate valid for three years.
✅ This training is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS regulations, ensuring that you meet professional and legal standards when working in childcare, schools, and nursery settings.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Ealing?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for many professionals who work with children. It is ideal for:
- Foster carers and nannies
- Primary and early years educators
- Registered childminders
- Nursery and pre-school staff
- After-school and holiday club workers
- Parents and guardians who want to be confident in handling emergencies at home
- Sports coaches working with children
This course ensures that those caring for children, both professionally and at home, are prepared to manage emergency situations with confidence.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This Paediatric First Aid training in Ealing combines theory and hands-on practice, preparing you to confidently manage emergencies involving children and babies. Over the 12-hour (2-day) programme, you will learn how to respond to various emergency situations, including:
- Common injuries: Treating choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, cuts, bruises, grazes, nosebleeds, splinters, and stings.
- Resuscitation techniques: Administering infant and child CPR, placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position, and handling seizures.
- Basic emergency response: Conducting scene and primary surveys, performing secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for professional help.
- Serious medical conditions: Managing asthma attacks, allergic reactions, meningitis, diabetes, febrile convulsions, and the safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors.
- Other medical emergencies: Treating shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, and dealing with poisoning, electric shock, and extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
This Paediatric First Aid course is available in two formats: a full 2-day classroom programme, which typically runs for 6-7 hours per day, or as blended learning. The blended option allows you to complete online study at home, followed by one day of practical training in class. Both formats meet Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same accredited certificate.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Ealing. However, learners must be at least 16 years old and capable of participating in practical first aid activities during the course.
How Will the Course Be Assessed?
To earn your qualification, you will undergo practical assessments, including demonstrations and trainer observations. Additionally, a brief written test will evaluate your understanding of the course content. These assessment methods comply with Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, ensuring the validity of your certification.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successfully completing the course, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate meets all Ofsted and EYFS requirements and remains valid for a period of three years.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Ealing
For nurseries, schools, and other childcare providers, we offer the convenience of delivering Paediatric First Aid training directly at your premises in Ealing. Our on-site service provides several benefits, including:
- ✓ Tailor the course content to address the specific risks in your environment
- ✓ Eliminate the need for travel, saving both time and money
- ✓ Provide training to all staff in one session
- ✓ Select training dates that fit into your timetable
Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From in Ealing
The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at Ealing town centre, making it easily accessible for both local residents and those travelling from nearby towns. The location is well-connected by public transport, with Ealing Broadway Station just a short walk away, and ample parking is available for those driving.
Learners attend from Ealing and surrounding areas, including Acton, Hanwell, Southall, Greenford, Perivale, and Chiswick. This ensures the course is accessible to childcare professionals in nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from across Ealing and the nearby region.
Other First Aid Courses in Ealing
In addition to Paediatric First Aid, we also offer other essential first aid training courses in Ealing. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course, suitable for a range of workplace settings.
Visit our First Aid Courses in Ealing page to explore additional options, or check out our Paediatric First Aid Training page for more details on national training.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a trusted leader in the marketplace for accredited training. When you book Paediatric First Aid in Ealing, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:
- ✓Certification that meets Ofsted & EYFS requirements
- ✓A reliable platform with over 100,000 learners benefiting from our services
- ✓Flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
- ✓Courses delivered by accredited and approved providers
