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£12

£12
On-Demand course
6 hours
All levels
The Paediatric First Aid Training Course focuses on essential first aid knowledge for infants and young children, supporting safe and informed responses during common childhood emergencies. Clear explanations cover conditions such as choking, breathing difficulties, allergic reactions, burns, fractures, and sudden illness. Content reflects UK expectations for childcare, early years settings, and family environments, presenting information in a calm, structured, and easy-to-follow way. Designed for online learning, the course allows learners to build confidence in recognising risks and understanding appropriate first aid actions without the need for in-person attendance.
Structured modules guide learners through prevention awareness, emergency priorities, and incident management involving babies and children. Attention is given to decision-making, communication, and responsibility when caring for young people. The Paediatric First Aid Training Course suits those seeking to strengthen safety awareness for professional development or personal reassurance. Engaging, well-paced lessons ensure knowledge remains clear and relevant, while assessments confirm understanding at each stage. Successful completion demonstrates commitment to child safety and adds recognised CPD value to a CV, supporting roles where child wellbeing and duty of care remain central.
Highlights
This Paediatric First Aid Course includes:
Gain an introductory education to Paediatric First Aid
Get introduced to paediatric first aid kits and their best applications.
Learn initial assessment and treatment, different likely illness and injuries, and the most widespread illnesses.
Learn to provide emergency life support, anaphylaxis, head injuries, asthma, seizures, CPR, poisoning, heat stroke and their precautions and treatments.
Explore common accidents and emergencies, paediatric first aid for minor burns, cuts, bites, stings and scratches, etc.
Discover every aspect of the paediatric first aid for unresponsiveness and injury, critical incidents, drowning, fever and many more.
Paediatric First Aid Course Curriculum:
Module 01: Introduction to Paediatric First Aid
Module 02: Assessment and Assistance
Module 03: Equipment and Techniques
Module 04: Loss of Responsiveness and CPR
Module 05: Paediatric First Aid for Common Illnesses
Module 06: Paediatric First Aid for Common Injuries and Incidents
Module 07: First Aid for Acute Medical Conditions
Module 08: Environmental Injuries
Module 09: Caring for Children
Module 10: Psychological First Aid for Children
Module 11: Things to Keep in Mind
Module 12: Call for an Emergency
How is the Course assessed?
To successfully complete this Paediatric First Aid Course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.
Exam & Retakes:
It is to inform our learners that the initial exam for this online course is provided at no additional cost. In the event of needing a retake, a nominal fee of £9.99 will be applicable.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Certification Service
Parents and guardians.
Teachers and school staff.
Childminders and babysitters.
Anyone who works with or cares for children.
The Paediatric First Aid Course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
This course is designed to help you get the job of your dreams, or even that promotion you've been waiting for a long time. Jobs you can explore, such as-
Nursery Nurse - £17,500 to £22,000 per year
Childcare Worker - £18,000 to £24,000 per year
Primary School Teacher - £24,373 to £35,971 per year
Paediatric Nurse - £24,907 to £37,890 per year
Nursery Manager - £25,000 to £30,000 per year
Digital certificate
Digital certificate - £9
CPD Accredited PDF Certificate.
A PDF Certificate: £9
Hard copy certificate
Hard copy certificate - £15
CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate.
A Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
A Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25