What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Hastings is a detailed 12-hour training programme designed specifically for individuals involved in the care or education of young children and infants. You can choose between completing the course in a classroom setting over two days or taking advantage of a blended learning option, which combines self-paced online study with a full day of hands-on, practical training.
Throughout the course, you will develop the skills necessary to handle a wide range of emergencies, including choking incidents, performing CPR on children and infants, responding to medical conditions, and managing common childhood injuries. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years, that confirms your proficiency in paediatric first aid.
✅ This course adheres to Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring it meets the regulatory criteria for professionals working in early childhood settings like nurseries and schools.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Hastings?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone tasked with ensuring the health and safety of children. It is particularly beneficial for:
- Parents and guardians who want to be ready for emergencies at home
- Primary and early years school teachers
- Childminders and foster carers
- Nursery and preschool practitioners
Moreover, childcare professionals working in settings such as nurseries are legally required to complete this training to effectively handle situations involving children.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Hastings offers a balanced approach, combining hands-on practical skills with theoretical knowledge to equip you with the ability to handle a wide range of child-related emergencies. Over 12 hours (spread across two days), the course will cover essential techniques, including:
- Resuscitation skills: performing CPR for infants and children, using the recovery position, and responding effectively to seizures.
- Medical conditions: identifying and managing asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including auto-injector usage), meningitis, febrile convulsions, and diabetes.
- Emergency response: carrying out initial assessments, performing both primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for professional medical help.
- Handling common incidents: managing injuries such as burns, cuts, grazes, nosebleeds, choking, bruises, insect stings, and splinters.
- Serious conditions: addressing fractures, shock, head and spinal injuries, electric shocks, poisoning, and the effects of extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Hastings is offered in two flexible formats to suit your needs. You can attend the course in a classroom setting across two consecutive days (each lasting around six to seven hours) or choose the blended learning option. With the blended format, you'll study the theoretical content online at your own pace, followed by one full practical training day in person. Both formats are fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that you receive the same accredited certification upon completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites for enrolling in the Paediatric First Aid Course in Hastings. However, participants must be at least 16 years old and physically able to participate in the practical activities integral to the course.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Throughout the course, assessment is conducted through practical exercises, active participation in discussions, and a short written test. These methods align with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the certification you receive is formally recognised and adheres to industry requirements.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the Paediatric First Aid Course, you will receive an accredited certificate that meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements. The certificate is valid for 3 years, after which it must be renewed to maintain your qualification.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Hastings
For schools, nurseries, and childcare providers in Hastings, organising on-site training offers numerous advantages. This option allows you to tailor the course to your needs and offers several key benefits:
- ✓ Select training dates that suit your team's availability
- ✓ Train all your staff in a single, convenient session
- ✓ Customise the training to cover specific risks relevant to your setting
- ✓ Save on travel time and associated costs for your team
Hastings Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course in Hastings takes place at a central venue, easily accessible for both local participants and those travelling from surrounding areas. The venue is well-connected by public transport, with major bus routes stopping nearby, and ample parking available for those attending by car.
We welcome learners from across Hastings and nearby areas, including St. Leonards-on-Sea, Bexhill, Rye, and Battle. This course is perfect for childcare professionals working in local nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from surrounding towns who want to be prepared for emergencies at home.
Public transport in Hastings is highly accessible: Hastings railway station is centrally located, with regular services running to and from London, Ashford, and other major towns. Local bus services link the station with key areas in and around Hastings, making it convenient for learners from the broader region to attend the course.
Other First Aid Courses in Hastings
In addition to the Paediatric First Aid course, we offer a range of other first aid training programs to meet different workplace needs. These include the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive three-day First Aid at Work (FAW) courses in Hastings.
For more information on our complete range of first aid courses, visit our First Aid Courses in Hastings page. You can also visit the Paediatric First Aid course page for detailed course information.
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