Course Description
This one day course will equip the learner to achieve the required knowledge and skills in order to become qualified to confidently administer first aid within a childcare setting such as a school, nursery, social work etc.

What Qualification/level is this course?
Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid at Work (RQF)

Who is this course for?
The Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) qualification has been designed in-line with the current Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is ideal for: - Those who have gained a level 2 or 3 childcare qualification and have entered into an early years setting and wish to be included in the staff to child ratios to comply with the EYFS requirements. - Anyone who cares for infants and children, such as parents, guardians, grandparents or those who have an involvement with infants and children and wants to learn key paediatric first aid skills.

What can I expect to learn?
During this one-day course, learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations, including: managing an unresponsive infant or child, CPR, choking, seizures, external bleeding and more.

How will I learn?
Your tutor will be discussing and demonstrating how to use the first aid equipment confidently and safely for both you and the casualty. You will be required to work both individually and in pairs/groups to demonstrate your competence when assessed as well as undertaking a multiple choice test at the end of the session.

How will I know how well I am doing?
Your tutor will provide feedback throughout your training day when observing your first aid skills and checking your knowledge. In order to achieve the Level 3 award, you must demonstrate to your tutor your competence at delivering first aid as well as being required to take a multiple choice test. At the end of the session, you will be informed of your success.

Will I need to do any work at home?
No, but it is always a good idea to practise your skills

What will I need to provide?
Comfortable clothing, closed toe footwear, pen/pencil and notepad.

Are there any other costs?
There are no further costs.

What can I do next?
Progress to the Combined Emergency First Aid at Work and Emergency Paediatric First Aid course which runs over three days. This course has been specifically designed for those who work in settings that require both First Aiders and Paediatric First Aiders, such as schools, sports clubs or other childcare settings.

Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.