Paediatric First Aid Course in Northern Ireland

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Northern Ireland is a thorough 12-hour training program aimed at individuals who care for or work with young children and infants. You can choose to complete the course in a traditional classroom environment over two days or select the blended learning option, which combines home-based study with a full day of hands-on, practical training.

This course provides you with essential first aid skills, including how to respond to choking, perform CPR on children and infants, manage common medical conditions, and treat everyday injuries. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years, that demonstrates their competence in paediatric first aid.

Who Should Take the Paediatric First Aid Course?

This Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone caring for children and is highly recommended for professionals across childcare and education settings. The course is particularly suited for:

• Registered childminders in Northern Ireland
• Nursery and pre-school staff
• Primary and early years teachers
• After-school club and holiday programme staff
• Foster carers, nannies, and private childcare providers

Additionally, parents and guardians can greatly benefit from this training, gaining the skills and confidence to handle emergencies safely at home.

What Skills Will You Gain from the Course?

This Paediatric First Aid Course combines practical training with essential theoretical knowledge, helping you respond effectively to emergencies involving infants and young children. Over the 12-hour programme (typically delivered across two days), you will develop confidence and competence in a wide range of situations, including:

• Assessing incidents: Evaluating the scene safely, conducting primary and secondary checks, and understanding when to call for professional assistance.
• CPR and resuscitation: Performing child and infant CPR, placing a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizure episodes.
• Common injuries: Treating choking, burns and scalds, cuts and grazes, bruises, bites and stings, splinters, external bleeding, and nosebleeds.
• Medical conditions: Responding to asthma attacks, allergic reactions (including the use of adrenaline auto-injectors), diabetes emergencies, meningitis, and febrile convulsions.
• Other emergencies: Managing shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as electric shocks, poisoning, and exposure to extreme temperatures.

How Is the Paediatric First Aid Course Delivered?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Northern Ireland is available in two flexible formats. You can attend a traditional 2-day classroom course, typically lasting six to seven hours per day, or choose the blended learning option. With blended learning, you complete the theoretical modules online at your own pace, followed by a full day of practical, hands-on training in the classroom. Both methods lead to the same accredited certificate, fully meeting professional and regulatory standards for childcare and education.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisites to enrol. Participants should be at least 16 years old and able to take part in practical first aid exercises safely.

How Is the Course Assessed?

Assessment involves practical demonstrations, trainer-led observation, and a short written component. These evaluations ensure learners meet recognised childcare standards and gain a fully accredited qualification.

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 the regulatory requirements for early years professionals in Northern Ireland and is valid for three years. After this period, a renewal will be necessary to maintain your certification.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid Training in Northern Ireland

Many nurseries, schools, and childcare organisations prefer training their teams on-site. The on-site course offers several advantages:

• ✓Train your staff together in a single session
• ✓Save time and reduce travel costs
• ✓Choose dates that suit your organisation
• ✓Customise the course to your environment and team needs

Northern Ireland Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

The Paediatric First Aid course in Northern Ireland is held at a centrally located venue in Belfast, 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 Belfast and its neighbouring areas, including Lisburn, Bangor, Newtownabbey, and Carrickfergus. This training is ideal for childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools in Belfast, as well as for parents and guardians from surrounding districts who want to be prepared for emergencies at home.

Public transport in Belfast is highly accessible: Belfast Central Station is centrally located, with frequent services across the region, including the main line to Dublin and other key locations. 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 Northern Ireland

To meet wider first aid requirements, we also offer courses such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) programme across Northern Ireland.

Explore all options on our First Aid Courses in Northern Ireland hub, or visit the Paediatric First Aid course overview for national information.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak provides top-quality, accredited training. When booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Northern Ireland, you benefit from:

• ✓Courses delivered by recognised, accredited training partners
• ✓Certification compliant with childcare and professional standards
• ✓Transparent pricing with flexible payment options
• ✓Trusted by thousands of learners across Northern Ireland