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Paediatric First Aid Course in Portlethen
Accredited 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Portlethen. Covers infant & child CPR, choking, illness, and more. Meets all Ofsted and EYFS requirements.
From £20.00 All inc
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Rated Excellent
2-Day / 12-Hour Course
Flexible Delivery (Blended or Classroom)
Ofsted & EYFS Compliant
Child & Infant CPR Included
Trusted by 100,000+ Learners
Central Portlethen Venue
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- Designed to work around your schedule
- Complete the course in your own time
- Access learning materials from any device
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- Flexible scheduling
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What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course in Portlethen?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Portlethen offers a 12-hour accredited qualification aimed at those caring for young children and infants. You can complete this training either over two days in the classroom or through a blended learning option that combines self-paced distance learning with a one-day practical session.
This course covers essential topics such as CPR for infants and children, managing choking emergencies, treating common injuries, and managing serious medical conditions. Upon successful completion, you'll earn a nationally recognised certificate valid for three years.
✅ This training is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring you meet legal requirements for working in nurseries, schools, and childcare settings.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Portlethen?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone working with young children and infants. This course is ideal for:
- Pre-school and nursery staff
- Registered childminders
- Teachers in primary and early years education
- Workers at after-school clubs and holiday programs
- Foster carers and nannies
This training is also valuable for parents and guardians who want to ensure they can confidently handle emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn on the Paediatric First Aid Course in Portlethen?
This paediatric first aid training in Portlethen provides a comprehensive mix of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience for responding to emergencies involving babies and children. Over the 12-hour (2-day) course, you will gain the skills and confidence to handle a variety of emergencies, including:
- Initial emergency response: Assessing the scene, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and understanding when to call for professional assistance.
- Life-saving resuscitation skills: Performing infant and child CPR, safely positioning a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizure incidents.
- Managing common injuries: Handling choking, controlling external bleeding, treating burns and scalds, as well as addressing bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, and nosebleeds.
- Recognising medical conditions: Identifying and responding to asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including the use of adrenaline auto-injectors), and febrile convulsions.
- Dealing with other emergencies: Providing care for shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, and managing incidents like electric shock, poisoning, and exposure to extreme temperatures.
How Is the Paediatric First Aid Course Delivered in Portlethen?
The course is offered as a comprehensive 2-day classroom programme, with each day lasting around six to seven hours. Alternatively, you can choose the blended learning option, where you complete the online theory portion at home, followed by one practical day in the classroom. Both delivery methods comply with Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same accredited certificate.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Portlethen. Participants must be at least 16 years old and capable of engaging in hands-on first aid practice.
How Is the Paediatric First Aid Course Assessed in Portlethen?
To earn the Paediatric First Aid qualification, learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, trainer observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods align with Ofsted and EYFS standards, guaranteeing that the certification is fully recognised.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certification meets the requirements of Ofsted and the EYFS and is valid for 3 years.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Portlethen
Many local nurseries and schools opt to have this training conducted at their own premises. Our on-site training option in Portlethen offers the following benefits:
- ✓ Provide group training for your staff
- ✓ Save on travel time and expenses
- ✓ Select dates that best fit your schedule
- ✓ Tailor the course to the specific risks in your environment
Portlethen Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training takes place at a centrally located venue in Portlethen, making it easily accessible for learners in the town and from surrounding areas. The venue is well served by local transport and offers parking nearby for drivers.
Our learners come from across the region, including nearby areas such as Banchory, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Newtonhill, Cove Bay, and Arbroath. This course is ideal for childcare professionals in nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians living in Portlethen and the surrounding areas, making it convenient for anyone who needs high-quality first aid training.
Other First Aid Courses in Portlethen
Many workplaces require a variety of first aid training. Along with Paediatric First Aid, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Portlethen.
Visit our First Aid Courses in Portlethen hub to explore all available options, or check out our Paediatric First Aid course overview for more details.
Why Choose Hurak for Paediatric First Aid in Portlethen?
Hurak is a trusted leader in providing accredited training across the UK. By booking your Paediatric First Aid course in Portlethen, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- ✓Courses offered by accredited, approved training providers
- ✓Certification that meets Ofsted & EYFS standards
- ✓Clear pricing, with the option for Klarna instalments
- ✓Over 100,000 learners trust our platform for their training needs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Paediatric First Aid course is a 12-hour programme, which you can complete either over two classroom days (6–7 hours each) or through blended learning, which includes self-study at home followed by one practical day in class.
During the course, you will learn essential skills such as child and infant CPR, how to place a casualty in the recovery position, managing choking, treating external bleeding and burns, using an auto-injector, and responding to asthma attacks, meningitis, seizures, and other medical emergencies.
Assessment is based on practical demonstrations, trainer observation, and a short multiple-choice test, ensuring that you gain the confidence to apply your first aid skills in real-life situations.
Yes, the qualification is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, making it suitable for registered childcare providers and recognised across the UK.
The certificate is valid for three years. After this period, you will need to renew by taking another Paediatric First Aid course.
This training is essential for childcare professionals such as nursery workers, childminders, teachers, and nannies. It’s also popular among parents, foster carers, and guardians who want to feel confident in managing emergencies involving children.
No prior knowledge is required. The course is open to learners aged 16 and above, and all necessary skills will be covered during training.
The training takes place at a central Portlethen venue, easily accessible by local transport, with parking available for those driving. Learners also attend from surrounding areas such as Banchory, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Newtonhill, Cove Bay, and Arbroath.
Yes, we offer on-site Paediatric First Aid training for groups across Portlethen and surrounding areas. This allows your staff to train together with content tailored to your specific needs and setting.
All you need to bring is a valid form of ID. We also recommend wearing comfortable clothing, as you’ll be taking part in practical activities, such as CPR on a manikin.
Don't worry; the course has a very high pass rate. If you don't pass initially, your trainer will support you, and you will have the opportunity to retake the assessment until you successfully pass.
Absolutely. While many of our attendees are childcare professionals, parents, foster carers, and grandparents also enrol in the course to increase their confidence in handling emergency situations with children.
The course typically costs between £89.99 and £129.99 per person. Group bookings for nurseries, schools, or childcare settings in Portlethen may be eligible for discounted rates.
Yes, we offer flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments, when booking online for the Paediatric First Aid course.
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