About the Paediatric First Aid Course
Hurak’s Paediatric First Aid Course in Northamptonshire is a fully accredited 12-hour programme designed for anyone responsible for the care of babies and young children. The training can be completed either across two in-person classroom days or via a blended option that allows learners to study the theory online before attending a practical, tutor-led session.
Throughout the course, learners develop the confidence to respond to a range of paediatric emergencies, including infant and child CPR, choking incidents, and common injuries affecting young children. Successful candidates receive a nationally recognised Paediatric First Aid certificate, which remains valid for three years.
✔ Designed in line with Ofsted expectations and EYFS framework guidance, this training supports childcare and education professionals in meeting mandatory first aid requirements with confidence.
Who Should Take Paediatric First Aid Training in Northamptonshire?
This Paediatric First Aid course is designed for anyone responsible for the wellbeing of infants and young children, particularly those working within regulated childcare or educational settings. It is well suited to:
- Approved childminders and home-based childcare providers
- Nursery, pre-school, and early years practitioners
- Teaching staff working with younger age groups
- Playgroup leaders, holiday clubs, and wraparound care teams
- Foster parents, au pairs, and professional nannies
This training is equally beneficial for parents and carers, offering practical knowledge and reassurance when responding to unexpected medical situations in a home environment.
What Skills and Knowledge Will You Gain?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Northamptonshire blends essential theory with hands-on practice, equipping learners to act quickly and effectively during emergencies involving babies and young children. Delivered over 12 hours across two days, the course prepares you to respond confidently to a wide range of situations, including:
- Emergency assessment: Understanding how to evaluate an incident, carry out initial and follow-up checks, and decide when emergency services are required.
- Life-saving techniques: Practising CPR for infants and children, placing casualties into the recovery position, and supporting individuals experiencing seizures.
- Everyday injury response: Managing choking incidents, controlling bleeding, treating burns and scalds, and dealing with minor wounds such as cuts, grazes, splinters, bites, and nosebleeds.
- Identifying medical emergencies: Providing first aid for conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions (including the use of auto-injectors), diabetes-related issues, meningitis, and febrile seizures.
- Serious incident care: Responding to shock, broken bones, head and spinal trauma, chest injuries, electric shock, poisoning, and the effects of extreme heat or cold.
Course Delivery Options
In Northamptonshire, the Paediatric First Aid course is available through two flexible learning routes to suit different schedules. Learners can attend a full classroom-based course delivered over two days, with each day focused on interactive teaching and practical exercises, or choose a blended format that combines online learning with an in-person practical session.
For those selecting the blended option, the online modules cover the core theory and can be completed at a convenient pace before attending a tutor-led classroom day dedicated to hands-on skills. Both learning methods meet Ofsted and EYFS guidance and result in the same nationally recognised Paediatric First Aid qualification.
Entry Criteria
No prior first aid knowledge is needed to join the Paediatric First Aid course. Learners must be aged 16 or over and able to take part in practical, scenario-based first aid activities throughout the training.
How Will You Be Assessed?
To ensure learners can apply their knowledge confidently, assessment is carried out through practical skill demonstrations, continuous trainer observation, and a short written knowledge check. This approach confirms that all learners meet current Ofsted and EYFS expectations before certification is awarded.
Certification and Validity
Once the course is successfully completed, learners receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate that meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements. The qualification is valid for three years, making it suitable for childcare and early years professionals who must maintain up-to-date compliance.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid Training in Northamptonshire
For nurseries, schools, and childcare providers, Paediatric First Aid training can be delivered directly at your premises across Northamptonshire. This option is ideal for organisations looking to train multiple staff members at once while minimising disruption.
- ✓Train multiple team members together in a familiar setting
- ✓Reduce travel time and associated costs
- ✓Schedule training dates around your operational needs
- ✓Adapt learning scenarios to reflect your working environment
Training Venues Across Northamptonshire
Paediatric First Aid courses are delivered at accessible venues across Northamptonshire, making it convenient for learners travelling from different parts of the county. Locations are selected with transport links in mind, and parking is available at many venues for those arriving by car.
We welcome learners from areas including Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Daventry, Towcester, Brackley, Rushden, and surrounding towns. This ensures the training remains accessible for childcare professionals, educators, parents, and carers throughout the region.
Additional First Aid Courses Available
Alongside Paediatric First Aid, Hurak offers a range of workplace first aid qualifications to support wider safety requirements. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course.
You can view all available options on our First Aid Courses in Northamptonshire page or explore the Paediatric First Aid course for nationwide information.
Why Book with Hurak?
Hurak makes booking accredited first aid training straightforward and reliable. When choosing us for your Paediatric First Aid course in Northamptonshire, you benefit from:
- ✓Courses delivered by trusted, accredited training providers
- ✓Qualifications that align fully with Ofsted and EYFS guidance
- ✓Transparent pricing with flexible payment options available
- ✓A platform trusted by over 100,000 learners nationwide
