What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Finchley is an accredited 12-hour qualification aimed at individuals caring for babies and children. This training is available in two formats: a 2-day classroom-based programme or a blended learning option, which combines online study from home with one day of in-person practical training.
This course covers essential topics such as CPR for infants and children, managing choking incidents, handling common injuries, and addressing severe medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you will receive a recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ Fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, this course ensures you meet professional and legal requirements for working in childcare settings, including schools, nurseries, and other educational environments.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Finchley?
The Paediatric First Aid course is essential for a wide range of professionals working with children. It’s designed for:
- Foster carers and nannies
- Primary and early years teachers
- Nursery and pre-school staff
- Registered childminders
- After-school and holiday club workers
- Parents and guardians who want to be prepared for emergencies at home
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This paediatric first aid training in Finchley covers both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for handling emergencies involving babies and children. Over the 12-hour (2-day) programme, you’ll gain the confidence to handle a wide variety of situations, including:
- Resuscitation techniques: including infant and child CPR, placing casualties in the recovery position, and managing seizures.
- Responding to medical conditions: such as asthma, meningitis, diabetes, and allergic reactions, including the safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors.
- Managing common incidents: like choking, cuts, grazes, burns, and external bleeding.
- Other emergencies: treating fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as dealing with shock, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.
- Effective emergency response: conducting scene surveys, primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for help.
How Is the Course Delivered?
This Paediatric First Aid course is offered in two formats: a 2-day classroom-based programme or a blended learning option.
The classroom format involves two full days of in-person training, while the blended option combines online learning from home with a practical day in class.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course. However, learners must be at least 16 years old and able to participate in practical first aid activities during the course.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment for this course is through a combination of practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These methods are designed to ensure that you can apply the skills learned in real-life situations, meeting the standards set by Ofsted and EYFS.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate is fully recognised by Ofsted and EYFS and remains valid for three years.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Finchley
Many childcare settings, including nurseries and schools in Finchley, prefer to have Paediatric First Aid training delivered at their own premises. Our on-site option provides the flexibility to train your team at a time and place that suits you.
Benefits of on-site training in Finchley include:
- ✓ Reduces travel time and associated costs for your staff
- ✓ Choose dates that work best for your team’s availability
- ✓ Train your staff together in a familiar environment
- ✓ Tailored course content to suit your specific workplace risks
Finchley Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course is held at a convenient venue in Finchley town centre, offering easy access for local learners. The location is well-connected by public transport, with nearby stations including Finchley Central and East Finchley. For those driving, parking is available at nearby facilities.
We welcome learners not only from Finchley but also from neighbouring areas such as Barnet, Highgate, Hendon, Mill Hill, and Whetstone. This makes the course easily accessible to childcare professionals as well as parents and guardians in surrounding towns and areas.
Other First Aid Courses in Finchley
In addition to Paediatric First Aid, we offer a range of other first aid courses in Finchley. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course, designed to meet the needs of a variety of workplace environments.
For more details on all available options, please visit our First Aid Courses in Finchley page or check out our Paediatric First Aid course overview for national course information.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a trusted provider of accredited training. When you book the Paediatric First Aid course in Finchley, you’ll benefit from:
- ✓ Certification fully compliant with Ofsted & EYFS standards
- ✓ Trusted by over 100,000 learners across the UK
- ✓ Accredited courses delivered by approved providers
- ✓ Transparent pricing with flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
