Paediatric First Aid Course in Elgin

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Elgin is a 12-hour accredited training program tailored for those responsible for the care of babies and children. This course can be completed in two formats: in-classroom training over two days or through a blended learning approach, which combines online learning at home with one practical day in the classroom.

This course will teach you vital skills such as CPR for both infants and children, dealing with choking, managing common injuries, and addressing serious medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you will receive a recognised certificate valid for three years.

Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Elgin?

The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone working with children, and it's a requirement for many professions. This course is suitable for:

• Foster carers and nannies
• Primary and early years teachers
• Nursery and pre-school staff
• After-school and holiday club workers
• Registered childminders

It is also highly beneficial for parents and guardians who wish to feel more confident in managing emergencies at home.

What Will You Learn on the Course?

This paediatric first aid training in Elgin will provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for handling emergencies involving babies and children. Over the course of 12 hours (spread across two days), you'll develop the confidence to address a variety of emergency situations, including:

• Emergency response: Conducting scene surveys, performing primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for help.
• Resuscitation skills: Infant and child CPR, managing seizures, and placing a casualty in the recovery position.
• Common incidents: Responding to incidents such as choking, burns, cuts, grazes, bites, stings, external bleeding, bruises, nosebleeds, splinters, and scalds.
• Medical conditions: Managing asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors), diabetes, meningitis, febrile convulsions, and more.
• Other risks: Addressing shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as treating poisoning, electric shock, and temperature extremes.

How Is the Course Delivered?

The Paediatric First Aid course in Elgin is available in two formats: a full 2-day classroom-based programme or as a blended learning option. If you choose the blended learning format, you'll complete online lessons at home before attending one practical day of training in the classroom. Both options meet Ofsted and EYFS standards and lead to the same accredited certificate.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Elgin. However, learners must be at least 16 years old and capable of participating in practical first aid activities.

How Is the Course Assessed?

To gain the Paediatric First Aid qualification, learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a short written test. These assessment methods adhere to Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the certificate is fully recognised.

Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate that meets the requirements set by Ofsted and EYFS. This certificate will remain valid for three years.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Elgin

Many nurseries, schools, and childcare facilities prefer on-site training for their teams. Our on-site Paediatric First Aid option in Elgin offers several benefits for your organisation:

• ✓ Train your staff as a group
• ✓ Minimise travel time and costs
• ✓ Choose dates that fit your schedule
• ✓ Customise the course to match the specific risks in your workplace

Elgin Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

Our Paediatric First Aid course is held at a centrally located venue in Elgin, offering easy access for both city-based learners and those coming from nearby towns. The venue is well-connected by public transport, with good bus and train links, and there is parking available for those driving.

Learners regularly attend from Elgin and surrounding areas such as Forres, Lossiemouth, Fochabers, and Dufftown. This course is ideal for childcare professionals, including those working in nurseries, schools, and care settings, as well as parents and guardians living in Elgin and nearby communities.

Other First Aid Courses in Elgin

In many workplaces, employees require various types of first aid training. Alongside the Paediatric First Aid course, Elgin also offers the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) courses.

To explore all our available courses, visit the First Aid Courses in Elgin page, or check out the Paediatric First Aid overview for nationwide information.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak is a trusted provider for accredited training. When you book your Paediatric First Aid course in Elgin, you'll enjoy several advantages:

• ✓Courses delivered by fully accredited and approved providers
• ✓Ofsted and EYFS compliant certification
• ✓Clear, transparent pricing with flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
• ✓A platform trusted by over 100,000 learners