Paediatric First Aid Course in Plymouth

What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Plymouth offers a 12-hour accredited qualification aimed at individuals caring for infants and children. You can complete the course in-person over two days or choose a blended learning format, which combines online theory with one practical day of in-class training.

This comprehensive training covers essential topics such as infant and child CPR, managing choking incidents, treating common injuries, and responding to severe medical emergencies. Upon successful completion, you will receive a recognised certificate valid for 3 years.

Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Plymouth?

The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for a wide range of professionals responsible for children's wellbeing. This training is ideal for:

• Primary and early years teachers
• Foster carers and nannies
• Registered childminders
• Nursery and pre-school staff
• After-school and holiday club workers

In addition, it’s a valuable course for parents and guardians who want to be prepared to handle home emergencies with confidence.

What Will You Learn in the Course?

The Paediatric First Aid Course in Plymouth provides both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice for dealing with emergencies involving children and infants. Over the course of this 12-hour (2-day) programme, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to handle a variety of situations, including:

• Emergency management: conducting scene assessments, performing primary and secondary surveys, and understanding when to call for professional assistance.
• Resuscitation techniques: infant and child CPR, placing an unresponsive casualty in the recovery position, and dealing with seizures.
• Common injuries: addressing choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, and nosebleeds.
• Medical emergencies: managing asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including proper use of an adrenaline auto-injector), and febrile convulsions.
• Other critical risks: treating shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as managing electric shock, poisoning, and extreme temperature conditions.

How Is the Course Delivered?

This Paediatric First Aid course is offered as a comprehensive 2-day classroom programme, with each day lasting approximately six to seven hours. Alternatively, you can opt for a blended learning format, where you'll complete the theoretical portion online at home before attending one practical day in the classroom. Both delivery methods meet Ofsted and EYFS standards, culminating in the same accredited certificate upon completion.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for enrolling in the Paediatric First Aid course in Plymouth. However, participants must be at least 16 years old and able to engage in practical first aid exercises during the course.

How Is the Course Assessed?

Assessment for this course involves practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods ensure that learners meet the standards set by Ofsted and the EYFS, leading to the award of a fully recognised certificate.

Will I Get an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?

Upon successful completion, you will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate is recognised under Ofsted and EYFS regulations and remains valid for three years from the date of issue.

On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Plymouth

Many schools and nurseries prefer hosting Paediatric First Aid training at their own facilities. Our on-site training in Plymouth offers several benefits, including:

• ✓ Train your entire team together
• ✓ Eliminate travel time and reduce costs
• ✓ Pick dates that work best for your team
• ✓ Customise the course to fit your specific setting and risks

Plymouth Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From

The Paediatric First Aid training is held at a convenient venue in Plymouth city centre, offering easy access whether you're based in the city itself or travelling from nearby towns. The venue is well connected by public transport and provides parking for those arriving by car.

Learners join us from across the region, including Saltash, Plymstock, Ivybridge, Torpoint, Tavistock, Launceston, and Liskeard. This makes the course accessible not only to childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools, but also to parents and guardians living in Plymouth and its surrounding areas.

Other First Aid Courses in Plymouth

In many work environments, various types of first aid training are required. Along with the Paediatric First Aid course, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Plymouth.

Visit our First Aid Courses in Plymouth hub to explore all available courses, or check out the Paediatric First Aid course overview for national details.

Why Choose Hurak?

Hurak stands out as a top provider of accredited training. When booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Plymouth, you will enjoy several benefits:

• ✓Courses offered by approved, accredited providers
• ✓Ofsted & EYFS compliant certification
• ✓Transparent pricing with Klarna instalment options available
• ✓A trusted platform used by over 100,000 learners