Medical or First Aid

Paediatric First Aid Course Birmingham

Level 3

Course Overview

The Paediatric First Aid (2 Days) course is designed for individuals working with infants and young children who are responsible for their care and wellbeing. This qualification ensures staff are trained to respond confidently and effectively to paediatric emergencies in line with recognised safety standards. The course content meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for organisations that have identified, through a first aid needs assessment, the need for staff to be trained in paediatric first aid.

What You Will Master

  • Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
  • Assessing emergency situations involving infants and children
  • CPR and choking procedures for babies and young children
  • Management of unconscious casualties
  • Treatment of bleeding, burns, fractures, and head injuries
  • Recognition and response to childhood illnesses and medical conditions
  • Record keeping, reporting, and legal responsibilities

Duration & Format

  • Level 3
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Method: Classroom
  • Location: West Midlands, UK & Abroad
  • Accreditation: Highfield / HSE

Frequently asked questions

Who is paediatric first aid for?

Childcare, early years and anyone responsible for infants and children who needs a paediatric first-aid award rather than adult-only workplace first aid.

Is this the same as Emergency First Aid on the SIA door supervisor course?

No. Emergency First Aid on the 7-day door supervisor course is adult workplace first aid. Paediatric first aid is a separate 2-day award focused on infants and children.

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