What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in East London is a 12-hour accredited qualification designed for individuals responsible for the care of babies and children. The training is available in two formats: you can complete the full course over two classroom days or choose a blended learning approach, which combines distance learning at home with one day of hands-on, in-class training.
This course covers essential topics such as infant and child CPR, first aid for choking, common injuries, and how to manage serious medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ Fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, this course ensures you meet the professional and legal standards required for working in childcare settings such as nurseries and schools.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in East London?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone working with children, ensuring they have the skills to handle emergencies effectively. This course is particularly suitable for:
- Nursery and pre-school staff
- Foster carers and nannies
- After-school and holiday club workers
- Primary and early years teachers
- Registered childminders
- Children’s sports coaches
This course also provides valuable knowledge for parents and guardians who want to be prepared to handle emergencies at home with confidence.
What Will You Learn in the Course?
This paediatric first aid course in East London provides both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to handle emergencies involving children and infants. Over the course of 12 hours (spread across 2 days), you will gain the confidence to manage a variety of situations, including:
- Emergency response: Assessing the scene, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for additional help.
- Handling common injuries: Responding to cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, nosebleeds, and external bleeding, as well as treating burns, scalds, bites, and stings.
- CPR and resuscitation: Administering infant and child CPR, placing a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizures.
- Medical emergencies: Handling asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including the safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors), febrile convulsions, and diagnosing meningitis or diabetes.
- Managing other emergencies: Managing shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as dealing with electric shock, poisoning, and temperature-related conditions.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid course in East London is offered as a 2-day classroom programme, with each day lasting approximately six to seven hours. Alternatively, you can choose the blended learning option, where you complete the online theoretical component at home and attend one practical, in-person session. Both formats are fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS requirements and result in the same nationally recognised certificate upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the Paediatric First Aid course in East London. Participants must be at least 16 years of age and capable of engaging in practical first aid activities during the training.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Throughout the Paediatric First Aid course in East London, learners are assessed through a combination of practical exercises, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods align with the Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the qualification meets industry expectations and remains fully recognised.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon completing the course, participants will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate, fully recognised by Ofsted and compliant with EYFS guidelines. The certificate is valid for three years, providing peace of mind that you meet the necessary childcare first aid qualifications.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in East London
Many childcare providers in East London choose to have the Paediatric First Aid training delivered directly at their workplace. Our on-site option offers several advantages, helping you train your team efficiently and effectively.
- ✓ Tailor the course to the specific risks in your environment
- ✓ Choose convenient dates that work around your schedule
- ✓ Minimise disruption by training your entire team at once
- ✓ Save on travel costs and time for your staff
East London Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training in East London takes place at our Ilford venue on Monarch Way, Newbury Park, IG2. This location is well placed for learners travelling from across East London and beyond. It’s close to Newbury Park Underground station on the Central Line, with frequent connections into central London and surrounding districts. Several local bus routes also serve the area, and there are parking options nearby for those arriving by car.
Participants attend from a range of surrounding areas, including Gants Hill, Barkingside, Fairlop, Stratford, Leytonstone, and Walthamstow. This accessibility makes the course a practical choice not only for childcare professionals working in nurseries, schools, and after‑school clubs, but also for parents and guardians living or working in these areas.
Other First Aid Courses in East London
In addition to the Paediatric First Aid course, we offer a variety of other first aid training options in East London. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification, ensuring that your workplace’s first aid requirements are fully met.
Explore all available courses by visiting our First Aid Courses in East London hub, or for more national-level information, check out our Paediatric First Aid course overview.
Why Choose Hurak?
When booking your Paediatric First Aid course in East London, Hurak offers a trusted, reliable platform for accredited training. Here’s why we stand out:
- ✓Ofsted & EYFS-compliant certification
- ✓A trusted platform with over 100,000 learners across the UK
- ✓Courses delivered by qualified, accredited trainers
- ✓Transparent pricing and flexible Klarna instalments available
