What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Enfield is an accredited 12-hour qualification tailored for individuals responsible for caring for infants and children. The course can be completed in one of two formats: fully in-classroom over two days or through a blended learning approach that combines online study with one practical day in the classroom.
This comprehensive training covers essential skills such as infant and child CPR, managing choking incidents, treating common injuries, and addressing severe medical conditions. After completing the course, you will receive a recognised certificate valid for three years.
✅ Fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, this training ensures you meet the legal requirements for working in nurseries, childcare settings, and schools.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Enfield?
The Paediatric First Aid course is essential for many professionals working with children. It’s suitable for:
- Registered childminders
- Nursery staff and pre-school educators
- Primary and early years school teachers
- After-school and holiday club workers
- Foster carers and nannies
- Sports coaches working with children
This training is also highly beneficial for parents and guardians who wish to gain the confidence to manage emergency situations at home.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This paediatric first aid training in Enfield blends theory and practical skills to prepare you for handling emergencies involving babies and children. Over the course of two days (12 hours), you will gain the confidence to respond effectively to a wide variety of situations, including:
- Initial response: Performing scene surveys, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to seek further medical assistance.
- CPR and resuscitation: Mastering infant and child CPR, placing a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizure episodes.
- Common incidents: Addressing choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, cuts, bruises, grazes, and nosebleeds.
- Severe medical conditions: Managing asthma attacks, treating meningitis, diabetes, and allergic reactions, including the safe use of an adrenaline auto-injector.
- Other emergencies: Handling shock, fractures, head and spinal injuries, electric shock, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
This course is offered as either a full 2-day classroom programme (around 6-7 hours per day) or through a blended learning format. The blended learning option allows you to complete the online theoretical component at home before attending one day of practical training in the classroom. Both formats meet the necessary Ofsted and EYFS requirements and lead to the same recognised certification.
Entry Requirements
The Paediatric First Aid course in Enfield has no formal entry requirements. Learners must be at least 16 years old and should be able to participate in practical first aid activities during the course.
How Is the Course Assessed?
To complete the Paediatric First Aid qualification, learners are assessed through a combination of practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods align with the standards set out by Ofsted and EYFS, ensuring that the certification is fully recognised.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate, which is fully recognised under Ofsted and EYFS requirements. The certificate will remain valid for three years.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Enfield
Many childcare settings, such as nurseries and schools, prefer to arrange on-site training for their staff. Our on-site Paediatric First Aid course in Enfield helps you:
- ✓ Tailored content that addresses your specific workplace risks
- ✓ Convenient group training at your workplace
- ✓ Flexible scheduling to suit your team's needs
- ✓ Save on travel costs and minimise disruption to work
Enfield Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at a centrally located venue in Enfield, providing easy access for those attending from within the town or surrounding areas. The venue is well-connected by public transport, with train and bus links nearby, and there is ample parking for those driving to the training.
Learners from nearby towns, such as Southgate, Cheshunt, Barnet, and Waltham Cross, regularly join us for the course. The Enfield venue is a popular choice for childcare professionals, parents, and guardians seeking to complete their Paediatric First Aid qualification due to its convenient location.
Other First Aid Courses in Enfield
Alongside the Paediatric First Aid course, we also offer a range of other essential first aid training in Enfield. These include the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course for 1-day certification and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course for workplace safety. To explore all our available courses, visit the First Aid Courses in Enfield page.
For national information about Paediatric First Aid, visit the Paediatric First Aid overview page.
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