What Is the Paediatric First Aid Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Winchester is a detailed 12-hour training programme aimed at individuals who work with or care for children and infants. Participants can choose between attending the course in a classroom setting over two days or opting for a flexible blended learning option that includes online study followed by a full day of in-person practical training.
This course will provide you with the essential skills to manage a variety of emergency situations, including responding to choking, performing CPR for children and infants, addressing medical conditions, and delivering first aid for common injuries. Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate, valid for three years, confirming your competence in paediatric first aid.
✅ This course is fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring it meets the regulatory requirements for professionals working in early years environments such as schools and nurseries.
Who Needs Paediatric First Aid in Winchester?
The Paediatric First Aid Course is essential for anyone involved in safeguarding children's health and well-being. This course is particularly important for:
- Parents and guardians who want to be prepared for potential emergencies at home
- Primary school teachers and early years educators
- Childminders and foster carers
- Nursery and preschool practitioners
Furthermore, childcare professionals, especially those employed in nurseries, are legally required to complete this training to ensure they are fully capable of handling any emergency situation involving children.
What Will You Learn in the Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Course in Winchester provides a comprehensive blend of practical training and theoretical knowledge to equip you with the skills to handle a variety of child-related emergencies. The 12-hour course, delivered over two days, includes the following key techniques:
- Managing common incidents: handling nosebleeds, burns, scalds, choking, cuts, bruises, grazes, splinters, and insect stings.
- Resuscitation skills: performing CPR for infants and children, placing them in the recovery position, and responding effectively to seizures.
- Emergency response: conducting initial assessments, performing primary and secondary surveys, and determining when to call for professional medical help.
- Serious conditions: managing shock, fractures, head and spinal injuries, poisoning, electric shocks, and addressing the effects of extreme temperatures.
- Medical conditions: identifying and managing asthma attacks, meningitis, allergic reactions (including auto-injector usage), febrile convulsions, and diabetes.
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Paediatric First Aid Course offers two flexible delivery options to suit your learning preferences. You can attend the course in person over two consecutive days, with each day lasting approximately six to seven hours. Alternatively, you may opt for a blended learning approach, where you complete the theoretical components online at your own pace, followed by a full day of hands-on, in-person practical training. Both formats are fully compliant with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring you receive the same accredited certification upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to enrol in the Paediatric First Aid Course. However, participants must be at least 16 years old and physically capable of engaging in the practical activities that form part of the training.
How Is the Course Assessed?
During the Paediatric First Aid Course, you will be assessed through practical exercises, active participation in discussions, and a short written test. These assessment methods are in line with Ofsted and EYFS standards, ensuring that the qualification you earn is officially recognised and meets all industry requirements.
Will I Receive an Ofsted/EYFS-Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an accredited Paediatric First Aid certificate. This certificate is recognised by Ofsted and EYFS, and is valid for three years. After this period, you will need to renew your certification to maintain its validity.
On-Site Paediatric First Aid in Winchester
For schools, nurseries, and childcare providers in Winchester, on-site training offers a convenient and efficient solution. This option provides several key benefits:
- ✓ Select course dates that work around your team’s availability
- ✓ Train all staff members in one easy session
- ✓ Tailor the course content to address specific hazards in your workplace
- ✓ Minimise travel time and costs for your team
Winchester Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Paediatric First Aid course in Winchester takes place at a centrally located venue, easily accessible to both local residents and those travelling from surrounding areas. The venue is conveniently connected by public transport, with several bus routes stopping nearby, and offers ample parking for those attending by car.
We welcome learners from Winchester and the surrounding regions, including Kings Worthy, Weeke, Badger Farm, and Harestock. This course is perfect for childcare professionals working in local nurseries and schools, as well as parents and guardians from neighbouring areas who want to be prepared for emergencies at home.
Public transport in Winchester is highly accessible: the main train station is centrally located, with frequent services running to and from key destinations, including London. Local buses provide excellent connections between the station and key areas within the city and nearby towns, making it easy for anyone in the region to attend the course.
Other First Aid Courses in Winchester
In addition to the Paediatric First Aid course, Hurak offers a variety of other first aid training tailored to meet different workplace requirements. These include the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and the comprehensive three-day First Aid at Work (FAW) courses in Winchester.
For more information on the full range of first aid courses available, please visit our First Aid Courses in Winchester page. Alternatively, you can find more details on the Paediatric First Aid course page.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak connects learners with top-tier accredited training providers across the UK. When you book your Paediatric First Aid course in Winchester through our platform, you will enjoy the following advantages:
- ✓A trusted platform with over 100,000 learners benefiting from our services nationwide
- ✓Accredited certification in line with Ofsted and EYFS standards
- ✓Clear, competitive pricing with flexible payment options (including Klarna instalments)
- ✓Training provided exclusively by accredited, certified providers
