Emergency Paediatric First Aid
When caring for babies and young children, staff must respond quickly and confidently in an emergency. This Emergency Paediatric First Aid course provides essential training in life-saving first aid skills for those working in early years and childcare settings. The course focuses on practical, real-world situations where fast and effective action can protect a child’s health and wellbeing.
This Emergency Paediatric First Aid training is suitable for anyone responsible for the care of infants and young children. It is ideal for staff working in day nurseries, private nursery schools, pre-schools, before and after-school clubs, and early years settings, as well as childminders and carers in domestic environments. The training addresses the most common emergencies involving babies and young children, helping learners feel prepared to act when it matters most.
Throughout the course, learners develop a clear understanding of how to recognise an emergency, assess a situation safely, and provide appropriate first aid. The training covers key topics such as responding to illness, managing injuries, and supporting a child until professional medical help arrives. In addition, learners explore how to stay calm under pressure and follow safe procedures in an emergency.
This course can be taken as a standalone Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification for those who need core emergency skills. It is particularly suitable for staff who do not require a full paediatric first aid programme but still need the confidence and knowledge to respond effectively.
Overall, this Emergency Paediatric First Aid course helps create safer childcare environments by equipping staff with the skills, confidence, and practical understanding needed to protect infants and young children in emergency situations.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this Emergency Paediatric First Aid course, you will be able to:
- Understand the responsibilities and role of a paediatric first aider in a childcare environment.
- Conduct a primary assessment and manage an emergency situation involving a child or infant.
- Perform resuscitation (CPR) on children and infants.
- Provide treatment for an unresponsive but breathing casualty (recovery position).
- Respond to allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.
- Recognise and manage choking in children and babies.
- Provide first aid for asthma and diabetic emergencies.
- Recognise and respond to seizures and febrile convulsions.
- Control external bleeding and manage wounds.
- Provide appropriate care for burns and scalds.
- Respond to injuries caused by foreign objects (e.g. swallowed or inserted).
- Recognise and respond to head injuries in children.
- Communicate effectively with children and provide reassurance during a first aid incident.
- Understand how and when to escalate incidents and contact emergency services.
Certification
Successful candidates will receive a recognised qualification in Emergency Paediatric First Aid, confirming their competence to deliver first aid in early years settings. The certification is valid for 3 years.
Related Courses
If you’re looking to expand your knowledge further, you might also be interested in our OFSTED Paediatric First Aid qualification, which can also be delivered using our blended learning approach.
Course Location & Service Areas
We deliver in-house training at your workplace or chosen venue, tailored to your needs and schedule. This flexible approach removes the need to send staff off-site for essential learning.
Our experienced trainers deliver courses across Manchester and Greater Manchester, supporting organisations throughout the North West.
We also provide on-site training throughout England, covering major cities, towns, and regions nationwide, including North England, South England, London, and Surrey.
Wherever and however the training is delivered, all sessions are led by experienced Prima Cura Training instructors and meet the same high standards.
