What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Hertfordshire offers an extensive 12-hour training program designed for individuals caring for infants and young children. This accredited course is available in both a traditional classroom format over two days or through a flexible blended learning option that combines online theory with a full day of hands-on practical training.
During the course, you will gain essential first aid skills, including CPR for infants and children, managing choking incidents, addressing common childhood injuries, and responding to serious medical emergencies. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ Fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring you meet the legal and professional requirements to work in educational and childcare settings.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Hertfordshire?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone working with children, and it is a requirement for many professional roles. This course is particularly beneficial for:
- Registered childminders
- Nursery and preschool educators
- Primary school and early years teachers
- Holiday clubs and after-school care staff
- Foster carers and nannies
Parents and guardians will also find this course incredibly valuable, as it provides the knowledge and confidence to handle emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn in the Course?
This Paediatric First Aid course in Hertfordshire equips you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to manage emergencies involving children and infants. Over 12 hours (across two days), you will be trained to handle a variety of situations, including:
- Incident management: Learn how to assess the scene, conduct primary and secondary surveys, and determine when to call for additional help.
- CPR and resuscitation: Master infant and child CPR techniques, the recovery position, and seizure management.
- Handling common injuries: Gain expertise in treating choking, bleeding, burns, bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, and nosebleeds.
- Recognising medical conditions: Understand how to respond to asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including how to administer adrenaline auto-injectors), and febrile convulsions.
- Managing other emergencies: Learn to treat shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, electric shocks, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Hertfordshire is available in two flexible formats: a traditional 2-day classroom course (approximately six to seven hours each day) or a blended learning approach. With the blended option, you'll complete the theoretical portion online at your own pace, followed by a full day of practical training in the classroom. Both formats are fully aligned with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, leading to the same accredited certificate upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements to enrol in the Paediatric First Aid course. However, participants should be at least 16 years old and comfortable engaging in practical first aid exercises during the training.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment for this course includes practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These methods ensure learners meet Ofsted and EYFS standards, and upon successful completion, participants receive a fully recognised qualification.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This qualification is fully recognised by Ofsted and meets EYFS standards, remaining valid for three years from the date of issue.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Hertfordshire
Many schools and childcare settings prefer to have Paediatric First Aid training delivered on-site. Our on-site training options in Hertfordshire provide the following advantages:
- ✓ Train your team together in one session
- ✓ Save time and reduce travel costs
- ✓ Choose dates that work best for your organisation
- ✓ Tailor the course to your specific needs and work environment
Hertfordshire Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course in Hertfordshire is held at a conveniently located venue in the heart of the county, ensuring easy access whether you’re based in the local area or travelling from nearby towns. The venue is well-connected by public transport, and parking is available for those who prefer to drive.
Learners come from surrounding towns and districts, including St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Stevenage, Harlow, Letchworth, and nearby areas such as Welwyn Garden City and Borehamwood. This accessibility makes the course ideal for childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas.
Other First Aid Courses in Hertfordshire
To ensure comprehensive safety, many organisations require a variety of first aid training. In addition to Paediatric First Aid, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Hertfordshire.
Explore all available courses on our First Aid Courses in Hertfordshire hub, or visit the Paediatric First Aid course overview for national details.
Why Choose Hurak?
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- ✓Courses provided by recognised, accredited training partners
- ✓Certification compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards
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