Paediatric First Aid Course in Nottingham

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Nottingham is a comprehensive 12-hour qualification aimed at those who provide care for young children and infants. This course can be completed in person over two days, or you can opt for a blended learning format that includes online study followed by a day of practical classroom training.

The course includes essential skills such as infant and child CPR, first aid for choking, treatment of common injuries, and how to handle severe health conditions. Upon successful completion, you will earn a recognised certification that remains valid for three years.

Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Nottingham?

The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for a variety of professionals who care for children. This training is ideal for:

• Early years and nursery staff
• Registered childminders
• Primary school teachers and educators
• Workers in after-school clubs and holiday programmes
• Foster carers and nannies

Additionally, the course is beneficial for parents and caregivers who wish to gain the skills and confidence to manage emergencies at home.

What Will You Learn in the Course?

This paediatric first aid training in Nottingham combines both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to handle emergencies involving babies and children. Throughout the 12-hour (2-day) course, you will gain the confidence to manage a wide variety of situations, including:

• Emergency response: conducting scene assessments, performing primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for additional help.
• Resuscitation techniques: performing CPR for infants and children, placing an injured person in the recovery position, and managing seizures.
• Common injuries: providing first aid for choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, and nosebleeds.
• Health conditions: handling asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including the correct use of an adrenaline auto-injector), and febrile convulsions.
• Other emergencies: treating shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as managing electric shock, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.

How Is the Course Delivered?

This course is offered as a full 2-day classroom programme, with each day lasting six to seven hours, or through a blended learning option. For blended learning, you'll complete online study at home, followed by a practical in-class day. Both options satisfy Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same recognised certification.

Entry Requirements

The Paediatric First Aid course in Nottingham has no formal entry requirements. However, learners must be at least 16 years old and capable of participating in hands-on first aid exercises.

How Is the Course Assessed?

Assessment for this qualification includes practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods align with the Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the certification meets all required guidelines.

Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate that is fully recognised under Ofsted and EYFS requirements. The certificate is valid for three years.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Nottingham

Many schools and nurseries prefer having this training conducted on their premises. Our on-site option in Nottingham offers several benefits, including:

• ✓ Train your team together in a familiar environment
• ✓ Save on travel time and associated costs
• ✓ Pick training dates that align with your schedule
• ✓ Tailor the course content to the specific risks in your setting

Nottingham Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at a convenient venue in Nottingham city centre, making it easily accessible whether you're based in the city or travelling from surrounding areas. The location is well-served by local transport routes and offers nearby parking for those arriving by car.

Learners attend from various nearby locations, including West Bridgford, Beeston, Arnold, Long Eaton, Sneinton, Lenton, Mapperley, and Radford. This ensures the course is accessible to childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians living in Nottingham and the surrounding areas.

Other First Aid Courses in Nottingham

In many workplaces, multiple types of first aid training are necessary. Alongside the Paediatric First Aid course, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Nottingham.

Visit our First Aid Courses in Nottingham hub to explore all the available options, or check our Paediatric First Aid course overview for more national details.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak is a leading provider of accredited training courses. When you book your Paediatric First Aid course in Nottingham, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• ✓Courses delivered by approved and accredited providers
• ✓Ofsted & EYFS compliant certification
• ✓Clear, transparent pricing with Klarna instalments available
• ✓A trusted platform used by over 100,000 learners