Emergency Paediatric First Aid

The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid has been designed in line with the current Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is ideal for those with a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification who are entering an early years setting and need to be included in staff-to-child ratios, as well as anyone caring for infants and children, such as parents, guardians, or grandparents. The course equips participants with the roles and responsibilities of the emergency paediatric first aider and the skills needed to respond to a wide range of situations, including CPR, choking, bleeding, burns, seizures, allergic reactions, and common childhood illnesses and injuries. Delivered over one day, the training combines theoretical and practical components, with assessment through written exams and practical demonstrations. Successful learners receive the QA Level 3 Certificate in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF), meeting EYFS standards and, in some regions, legal requirements for working in childcare. Many learners also progress to the more comprehensive QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid for further knowledge and skills.