What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Irvine is a comprehensive 12-hour programme designed for anyone working with or caring for children and infants. You have the option to complete the training in a traditional classroom setting over two days or opt for a blended learning format that combines home study with a full day of practical, hands-on training.
This course equips you with the skills and knowledge to handle various emergencies, including dealing with choking incidents, performing CPR on children and infants, managing medical conditions, and providing first aid for common injuries. Upon completion, you will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years, to demonstrate your competency in paediatric first aid.
✅ This course is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring it meets the regulatory requirements for professionals working in early years settings such as nurseries and schools.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Irvine?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is crucial for anyone responsible for the health and safety of children. It is especially important for:
- Foster carers and childminders
- Primary and early years school teachers
- Nursery and preschool practitioners
- Parents and guardians looking to be prepared for emergencies at home
In addition, childcare professionals, such as those working in nurseries, are required by law to have this training to ensure they are equipped to manage any situation involving children.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This Paediatric First Aid Course in Irvine offers a mix of practical skills and theoretical knowledge to prepare you for a wide variety of child-related emergencies. The 12-hour course (over two days) covers essential techniques, including:
- Emergency response: performing initial assessments, conducting both primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to seek professional medical assistance.
- Resuscitation skills: performing infant and child CPR, using the recovery position, and responding appropriately to seizures.
- Medical conditions: recognising and managing asthma attacks, meningitis, allergic reactions (with auto-injector usage), febrile convulsions, and diabetes.
- Handling common incidents: managing nosebleeds, burns, scalds, choking, cuts, bruises, grazes, splinters, and insect stings.
- Serious conditions: dealing with shock, fractures, head and spinal injuries, poisoning, electric shocks, and the effects of extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Irvine is available in two flexible formats. You can choose to attend the course in the classroom over two consecutive days (each lasting around six to seven hours) or opt for a blended approach. With the blended option, you'll complete the theoretical part of the course online at your own pace, followed by one practical, in-person training day. Both formats are fully aligned with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring you receive the same accredited certification upon completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for enrolling in the 2-day Paediatric First Aid Course in Irvine. However, participants must be at least 16 years old and physically able to take part in the practical activities that are integral to the training.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Throughout the Paediatric First Aid Course in Irvine, you will be assessed via practical exercises, active participation in class discussions, and a brief written assessment. These assessment methods align with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the qualification you earn is formally recognised and meets the required industry guidelines.
Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements and is valid for three years. After this period, a renewal will be necessary to maintain your certification.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Irvine
For schools, nurseries, and childcare providers in Irvine, organising on-site training is often more practical. This option offers several benefits:
- ✓ Choose course dates that fit your team's schedule
- ✓ Provide training for all staff in one convenient session
- ✓ Customise the course to address specific risks in your environment
- ✓ Reduce travel time and associated expenses for your staff
Irvine Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course in Irvine is held at a centrally located venue, easily accessible for both local and travelling participants. The venue is well-served by public transport, with major bus routes stopping nearby, and offers convenient parking for those attending by car.
We welcome learners from across Irvine and its neighbouring areas, including Kilwinning, Saltcoats, Stevenston, West Kilbride, Dalry, Ardrossan, and Fairlie. This training is ideal not only for childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools in Irvine, but also for parents and guardians from surrounding districts who want to be prepared for emergencies at home.
Public transport in Irvine is highly accessible: Irvine railway station is centrally located with services running frequently across the region, including the main line to the south. Local bus services connect the station and key areas within the city and beyond, making it easy to attend the course from anywhere in the area.
Other First Aid Courses in Irvine
In addition to the Paediatric First Aid course, Hurak offers a range of other first aid training suitable for 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 Irvine.
For more information on our full range of first aid courses, visit our First Aid Courses in Irvine page. Alternatively, you can visit the Paediatric First Aid course page for full course details.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak connects learners with accredited training providers throughout the UK. By booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Irvine through our platform, you can benefit from:
- ✓A trusted platform used by over 100,000 learners across the UK
- ✓Accredited certification meeting Ofsted and EYFS standards
- ✓Flexible payment options with clear pricing (including Klarna instalments)
- ✓Training delivered exclusively by accredited, approved providers
