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This 1-day course teaches essential emergency skills to respond quickly and safely to incidents involving infants and children. Suitable for childcare staff and parents, it meets EYFS guidance and leads to a Ofqal regulated Level 3 qualification valid for 3 years.
The Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid is a one-day course that equips learners with the knowledge and skills to respond to emergency situations involving babies and young children.
It’s designed in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and is ideal for:
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Early years staff with a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification
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Those working in settings where partial paediatric first aid cover is acceptable
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Parents, guardians, grandparents and others caring for children
✔ 1-day, hands-on training
✔ Ofqual regulated and EYFS compliant
✔ Certificate valid for 3 years
Who Is it For?What will you Learn?
This course is suitable for:
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Early years staff who don’t need the full 2-day paediatric course
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Newly qualified Level 2 or 3 childcare staff
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Anyone working towards meeting EYFS ratios (if accompanied by a fully qualified first aider)
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Parents and carers who want peace of mind
This course focuses on emergency paediatric incidents and includes both practical and theoretical elements.
Training is tailored to your environment wherever possible.
Syllabus
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Roles and responsibilities of an emergency paediatric first aider
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Assessing an emergency situation
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Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child
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Putting a casualty into the recovery position
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CPR and defibrillation (AED) for infants and children
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Choking
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Treating minor injuries
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Managing bites, stings and seizures
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Responding to bleeding and shock
Key Information
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1-day course
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Ofqal Regulated Qualification
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Valid for 3 years
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Assessment. There are practical assessment for a variety of activities such as CPR, Recovery Position etc. Delegates will also complete a short multiple-choice based assessment at the end of the day.
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Scenarios tailored to your workplace
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Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the U
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Available as an open course at our training centre in Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire.
Delivery Options and Pricing
On-Site Training
We come to you! Ideal for teams of 4–12 staff. More cost effective than open courses.
Nationwide delivery. Utilise our skilled trainers wherever you are in the UK.
Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.
Tailor scenarios to your workplace.
£999 + Vat for up to 12 delegates.
Why Study with Safety Stars?
Training that’s clear, confident and tailored for those who care for children.
At Safety Stars, we understand that looking after young children means being ready for anything — from minor cuts to life-threatening emergencies. That’s why we’ve designed our Paediatric First Aid training to be:
Realistic and Relevant
We focus on real-life situations you’re likely to face in early years settings, schools, or at home. You won’t just learn theory — you’ll leave confident and capable.
Flexible for You and Your Team
Whether you’re a solo childminder or managing a nursery team, we deliver training on-site at your setting or offer open courses (based on demand). We make it easy to get everyone trained with minimal disruption.
Compliant and Recognised
Our course is fully regulated by Ofqal and meets all requirements of the EYFS statutory framework, so you’ll be inspection-ready for Ofsted and meet legal responsibilities.
More Than a Certificate
We focus on long-term understanding — helping you retain skills and act quickly and calmly in a real emergency.
Delivered by Experts Who Understand Childcare
Our trainers are not just qualified — they’re experienced, approachable, and know how to tailor training for those working with babies and children.
Supports a Culture of Safety and Care
Our training helps create confident teams who can act quickly, calmly and compassionately in emergencies — building trust with parents, carers and Ofsted alike.
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