What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in East Ham is an accredited 12-hour qualification tailored for individuals caring for babies and children. The course is flexible, allowing you to complete it over two full days in the classroom or through a blended learning format that combines online study with one day of practical, in-class training.
This course equips you with the essential skills to manage infant CPR, treat choking, address common childhood injuries, and handle severe medical conditions.
✅ Fully Ofsted and EYFS compliant, this training ensures you meet legal and professional standards required for working in childcare settings such as schools, nurseries, and other child-focused environments.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in East Ham?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for various professionals working with children. This course is ideal for:
- Primary and early years teachers
- Nursery and pre-school staff
- Foster carers and nannies
- Registered childminders
- After-school and holiday club workers
Additionally, this course provides valuable skills for parents and guardians who want to feel prepared to handle emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
The Paediatric First Aid training in East Ham combines both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, equipping you with the skills to respond to emergencies involving babies and children. Over the comprehensive 12-hour (2-day) programme, you'll gain the confidence to handle various situations, including:
- Health conditions: Responding to medical emergencies like asthma attacks, diabetic issues, allergic reactions (including administering adrenaline auto-injectors), meningitis, and febrile convulsions.
- Resuscitation techniques: Learning infant and child CPR, safely placing a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizure episodes.
- Emergency procedures: Conducting scene assessments, carrying out primary and secondary surveys, and determining when to seek professional medical assistance.
- Common injuries: Addressing incidents such as choking, external bleeding, cuts, grazes, burns, bites, bruises, nosebleeds, splinters, and scalds.
- Other medical emergencies: Treating shock, managing fractures, and handling head, spinal, and chest injuries. You’ll also learn to address electric shocks, poisoning, and temperature-related conditions.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid course is available in two flexible formats: a 2-day classroom programme with six to seven hours of training each day or a blended learning option. The blended format allows you to complete the online study at your own pace, followed by one practical day in the classroom. Both options meet the stringent Ofsted and EYFS requirements and lead to the same recognised certification upon completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for enrolling in the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in East Ham. However, learners must be at least 16 years old and be physically capable of engaging in practical first aid exercises during the course.
How Is the Course Assessed?
To complete the Paediatric First Aid course, learners undergo practical assessments, receive trainer feedback, and take a brief written exam. These evaluation methods are designed to meet the high standards set by Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, ensuring that the qualification is recognised and valid.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion, learners are awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate that complies with Ofsted and EYFS standards. This certification is valid for three years and fully recognised within the childcare sector.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in East Ham
We understand that many schools and nurseries prefer on-site training for convenience and efficiency. Our on-site Paediatric First Aid option in East Ham offers numerous benefits, including:
- ✓ Tailor the course to address specific risks in your environment
- ✓ Eliminate travel expenses and save time
- ✓ Provide group training for your team
- ✓ Schedule training at a time that works best for you
East Ham Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training is held at a centrally located venue in East Ham, making it easily accessible whether you're based in the town or travelling from nearby areas. The venue is well-served by public transport and offers convenient parking for those who prefer to drive.
Learners join us from across the surrounding areas, including Barking, Ilford, Stratford, and Canning Town. This course is ideal for childcare professionals working in local nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from East Ham and the neighbouring areas.
Other First Aid Courses in East Ham
In addition to Paediatric First Aid, East Ham offers several other first aid courses to meet workplace and personal needs. You can also find Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) courses available in East Ham.
For more details on all our first aid training options, visit our First Aid Courses in East Ham page, or explore our Paediatric First Aid Training overview for information applicable nationwide.
Why Choose Hurak?
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- ✓Certification that meets Ofsted & EYFS compliance standards
