What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Essex is a 12-hour accredited qualification designed for anyone responsible for the care and supervision of infants and young children. Training can be completed over two days in classroom-based learning or through a blended learning format that combines online study with one practical training day.
Throughout the course, learners develop the skills needed to respond to emergencies involving babies and children, including managing choking incidents, performing infant and child CPR, dealing with injuries, and responding to serious medical conditions. Successful learners receive a recognised certificate that remains valid for three years.
✅ This course is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, supporting those working in childcare settings such as early years settings, schools, and nurseries.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Essex?
Paediatric First Aid training is essential for many individuals who work with babies and young children. This course is suitable for:
- Nannies, au pairs, and foster carers
- After-school club and holiday play scheme staff
- Early years practitioners and nursery staff
- Primary school teachers and teaching assistants
- Registered childminders
Parents, carers, and guardians may also choose to attend the course to gain confidence in handling medical emergencies involving children at home.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This Paediatric First Aid course in Essex combines theory with hands-on practice to prepare learners to respond effectively to emergencies involving babies and children. Over the full 12-hour programme, you’ll build confidence in managing a wide range of situations, including:
- Childhood medical conditions: responding to asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including the safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors), diabetes, meningitis, and febrile convulsions.
- Injuries and incidents: dealing with choking, severe and minor bleeding, burns, scalds, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, bites, stings, and nosebleeds.
- Initial response and assessment: conducting scene surveys, carrying out primary and secondary assessments, and understanding when to seek additional medical support.
- Life-saving skills: performing infant and child CPR, managing seizures, and placing casualties into the recovery position.
- Additional risks: treating shock, fractures, head, spinal and chest injuries, as well as managing poisoning, electric shock, and exposure to extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Essex is delivered either as a full two-day classroom-based programme or through a blended learning option. With blended learning, learners complete the theory element online before attending one practical day in the classroom. Both delivery methods meet Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same recognised qualification.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for attending this Paediatric First Aid course. Learners must be at least 16 years old and able to take part in practical first aid activities during the training.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Learners are assessed through a combination of observed practical activities, trainer-led evaluation, and a short written assessment. This approach ensures participants can demonstrate both practical competence and understanding, in line with Ofsted and EYFS standards.
Will I Receive an Ofsted and EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
After successfully completing the course, learners are awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. The qualification meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements and remains valid for a period of three years.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Essex
Many childcare providers choose to have Paediatric First Aid training delivered at their own premises. Our on-site Paediatric First Aid option in Essex offers a flexible solution for organisations with multiple staff members to train.
- ✓Train your entire team at once
- ✓Reduce travel requirements and associated costs
- ✓Schedule training around your operational needs
- ✓Tailor learning scenarios to reflect your childcare setting
Essex Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training is delivered at a central location, making it accessible for learners travelling from across Essex. The venue benefits from good public transport connections and nearby parking facilities, helping minimise disruption to work and family commitments.
Learners regularly attend from locations including Chelmsford, Colchester, Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Harlow, Brentwood, and Braintree. This central Essex location makes the course suitable for childcare professionals, parents, and guardians based both within the town and the surrounding areas.
Other First Aid Courses in Essex
Many organisations require a range of first aid training to meet workplace responsibilities. Alongside Paediatric First Aid, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification at Essex locations.
You can explore all available options on our First Aid Courses in Essex page, or visit the Paediatric First Aid overview for national course information.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak connects learners with accredited training providers across the UK. When booking Paediatric First Aid training in Essex, you benefit from:
- ✓A trusted platform used by over 100,000 learners nationwide
- ✓Courses delivered by approved and accredited training providers
- ✓Paediatric First Aid certification aligned with Ofsted and EYFS standards
- ✓Clear pricing with flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
