What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Reading is a comprehensive 12-hour training programme aimed at those who care for young children and infants. This accredited course can be taken in a traditional classroom setting over two days, or through a flexible blended learning approach that combines online theory with a full day of hands-on practical experience in class.
Topics covered include essential skills such as CPR for infants and children, first aid for choking, handling common childhood injuries, and addressing serious medical emergencies. Upon completion, participants will earn a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ Compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, this course ensures you meet the legal and professional requirements for working in educational and childcare environments.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Reading?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for those working with children and is required by many professionals. This course is ideal for:
- Registered childminders
- Nursery and pre-school educators
- Primary and early years teachers
- Holiday club and after-school care staff
- Foster carers and nannies
Parents and guardians will also find this training valuable, as it helps build confidence in managing emergencies at home.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
This paediatric first aid course in Reading provides both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to handle emergencies involving children and infants. Over the course of 12 hours (spread across 2 days), you will gain the confidence to manage a variety of situations, including:
- Incident management: Assessing the scene, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and knowing when to call for additional help.
- CPR and resuscitation: Performing infant and child CPR, positioning a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizures.
- Handling common injuries: Dealing with choking, external bleeding, burns, scalds, bites, stings, cuts, grazes, bruises, splinters, and nosebleeds.
- Recognising medical conditions: Responding to asthma attacks, meningitis, diabetes, allergic reactions (including administering adrenaline auto-injectors), and febrile convulsions.
- Managing other emergencies: Treating shock, fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries, as well as handling electric shocks, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Reading is offered in two formats: a traditional 2-day classroom course (approximately six to seven hours each day) or a blended learning option. With the blended approach, you'll complete the theoretical portion online at your own pace, followed by a practical day in the classroom. Both delivery methods are fully aligned with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, leading to the same accredited certificate upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in the Paediatric First Aid course. However, participants should be at least 16 years old and capable of engaging in hands-on first aid practice.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment for this course involves practical demonstrations, trainer-led observations, and a brief written test. These assessment methods ensure that learners meet Ofsted and EYFS standards, resulting in a fully recognised qualification.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This qualification is fully recognised by Ofsted and meets EYFS standards, remaining valid for three years from the date of issue.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Reading
Many schools and nurseries prefer having the Paediatric First Aid training delivered on their own premises. Our on-site option in Reading offers the following benefits:
- ✓ Train your team together in one session
- ✓ Save time and cut travel costs
- ✓ Pick dates that work for your organisation
- ✓ Tailor the course to your specific needs and environment
Reading Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid training is held at a conveniently located venue in Reading city centre, ensuring easy access whether you're based in the city or commuting from nearby areas. The venue is well-served by local public transport, with parking available for those who prefer to drive.
Learners travel from various surrounding towns and districts, including Wokingham, Maidenhead, Bracknell, Newbury, Henley-on-Thames, Thatcham, and Reading suburbs like Caversham and Tilehurst. This accessibility ensures that the course is available to childcare professionals working in nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from Reading and the surrounding areas.
Other First Aid Courses in Reading
Many organisations require various types of first aid training to ensure comprehensive safety. Alongside Paediatric First Aid, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Reading.
Explore all available options on our First Aid Courses in Reading hub, or visit the Paediatric First Aid course overview for national details.
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