What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Surrey is a comprehensive 12-hour accredited program designed for those who care for children, including parents, teachers, and childcare professionals. The training can be taken over two days in a traditional classroom setting or through a blended approach that combines self-paced learning at home with a practical in-class session.
This course includes essential topics such as CPR for infants and children, managing choking incidents, treating common injuries, and responding to serious medical emergencies. Upon completion, you will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years.
✅ Compliant with Ofsted and EYFS guidelines, this course equips you to meet the necessary legal and professional standards required in childcare environments, including nurseries, schools, and early years settings across Surrey.
Who Should Take the Paediatric First Aid Course in Surrey?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone working with children in various environments. This training is particularly relevant for:
- Childcare professionals and nursery staff
- Registered childminders
- Primary school and early years educators
- Staff working in after-school clubs or holiday programmes
- Foster carers, nannies, and au pairs
Additionally, it’s a valuable resource for parents and guardians who want to feel confident handling emergencies at home.
What Will You Gain from the Paediatric First Aid Course?
This comprehensive paediatric first aid training in Surrey combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Over the course of 12 hours (spread across 2 days), you will gain the confidence and ability to handle a range of emergency situations involving babies and children, including:
- Medical Emergencies: Understanding how to recognise and respond to medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and allergic reactions, including the safe use of adrenaline auto-injectors.
- Resuscitation Skills: Mastering infant and child CPR, knowing how to safely place a casualty in the recovery position, and managing seizure scenarios.
- Injury Management: Responding effectively to common injuries such as burns, cuts, grazes, bruises, and bites, along with managing bleeding and nosebleeds.
- Handling Major Incidents: Treating shock, fractures, and head, spinal, and chest injuries. You’ll also learn how to manage electric shock, poisoning, and extreme temperatures.
- Emergency Response Protocols: Conducting primary and secondary surveys, assessing the situation, and knowing when to call for professional help.
How Is the Paediatric First Aid Course Delivered in Surrey?
The Paediatric First Aid course in Surrey is offered in two flexible formats: a traditional 2-day classroom course (approximately 6–7 hours each day) or through a blended learning option. With the blended approach, you'll first complete the online theoretical component at home, followed by one practical in-class session. Both options are fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards and result in the same nationally recognised certification.
Course Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for the 2-day Paediatric First Aid course in Surrey. All learners must be at least 16 years old and capable of taking part in hands-on first aid exercises during the course.
How Will the Paediatric First Aid Course Be Assessed in Surrey?
To earn the Paediatric First Aid qualification, learners are evaluated through hands-on practical demonstrations, direct trainer observation, and a brief written assessment. These assessment methods align with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring the certification is fully recognised across childcare settings.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Accredited Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be awarded an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate complies with Ofsted and EYFS standards and is valid for three years from the date of issue.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid Training in Surrey
Many schools and nurseries in Surrey prefer having Paediatric First Aid training delivered directly at their location. Our on-site option provides several benefits, including:
- ✓ Train your team together at your convenience
- ✓ Eliminate travel expenses and time commitments
- ✓ Choose flexible dates that suit your schedule
- ✓ Tailor the course to address the specific risks in your environment
Surrey Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course is conveniently held in central Surrey, easily accessible for those residing in the city or coming from nearby towns. Our venue is well-connected by public transport, with ample parking options for those who prefer to drive.
We welcome learners from across Surrey, including Woking, Guildford, Epsom, Farnham, Reigate, and Staines. This makes the course ideal for childcare professionals working in schools and nurseries, as well as for parents and guardians from the surrounding areas who wish to gain essential first aid skills.
Other First Aid Courses in Surrey
Many employers require various types of first aid training. Alongside the Paediatric First Aid course, we also offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the full First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Surrey.
Visit our First Aid Courses in Surrey hub to discover all our offerings, or check out the Paediatric First Aid course page for detailed national information.
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