ABOUT THIS COURSE
When a child in your care needs urgent help, being a qualified paediatric first aider could make all the difference. The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is a fully regulated, two-day qualification specifically designed to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework.
This course gives childcare professionals, nursery staff, and registered childminders the skills and confidence to respond to a wide range of paediatric first aid emergencies. National Training Hub, a Qualsafe registered centre, delivers this course with expert, hands-on instruction tailored to the real situations you face in your setting.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is designed for anyone who works with, or is responsible for, infants and children and needs a full paediatric first aid certificate. It is particularly relevant for:
- Early years practitioners and nursery workers who have gained a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification and need to be counted in EYFS staff-to-child ratios
- Registered childminders and childminding assistants who are required by the EYFS framework to hold a current and full paediatric first aid certificate
- Teaching assistants, school support staff, and out-of-school club leaders nationwide across England and Wales
- Nannies, foster carers, and anyone with a professional responsibility for the welfare of infants and children
Entry requirements: No formal first aid entry requirements — delegates simply need to be at least 14 years old and able to carry out practical tasks at floor level.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider and explain how first aid treatment differs between infants (under 1) and children (1–18 years).
- Safely assess an emergency situation involving an infant or child, conduct a primary survey, and summon appropriate help.
- Perform CPR on both an infant manikin and a child manikin to the correct technique, including initial rescue breaths, chest compressions, and safe use of an AED.
- Place an unresponsive, breathing infant or child into the recovery position and maintain continuous airway monitoring.
- Identify and treat a choking infant or child, using back blows and abdominal or chest thrusts as appropriate.
- Provide first aid for external bleeding, hypovolaemic shock, and suspected fractures, dislocations, sprains, and strains — including applying a support and elevated sling.
- Recognise and respond to head and spinal injuries in infants and children, including keeping the head and neck in-line during spinal injury management.
- Identify the signs of serious medical conditions in infants and children, including asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetic emergencies, meningitis, and febrile convulsions, and administer appropriate first aid for each.
- Provide first aid for burns and scalds (heat, chemical, and electrical), electric shock, poisoning, and extremes of body temperature in infants and children.
- Demonstrate the correct use of a training adrenaline auto-injector for the management of suspected anaphylaxis.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is delivered over two full days, providing a minimum of 12 guided learning hours across two units: Unit 1 covers Emergency Paediatric First Aid, and Unit 2 covers Managing Paediatric Illness, Injuries and Emergencies.
Each day combines clear, accessible theory with plenty of practical, hands-on activity — you will spend significant time practising infant and child CPR on manikins, managing choking scenarios with training devices, applying slings, and working through realistic emergency scenarios.
Assessment is integrated across both days: delegates complete seven observed practical assessments and two multiple-choice question papers (15 questions for Unit 1 and 25 questions for Unit 2). Classes are capped at a maximum of 12 delegates per trainer, ensuring every delegate has adequate hands-on practice time and individual feedback.
(15 + 25 questions)
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
This qualification is awarded by Qualsafe Awards, the UK's largest awarding organisation for First Aid qualifications, and is regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) and Qualifications Wales.
The course content is based on the recommendations of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), meaning it fully satisfies the EYFS requirement for early years providers to have a qualified paediatric first aider on the premises at all times. On successful completion, delegates receive a Qualsafe Awards certificate valid for three years.
National Training Hub is a Qualsafe registered centre (Centre No. 907979).
WHY CHOOSE NATIONAL TRAINING HUB?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does this course meet EYFS requirements?
Yes. The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) has been specifically designed to meet the criteria of the Department for Education's EYFS Statutory Framework and is accepted as a 'full' paediatric first aid certificate for EYFS compliance purposes.
Is this course suitable for someone with no first aid experience?
Yes. There are no formal first aid entry requirements. The course is designed to take delegates from any level of prior knowledge to fully qualified paediatric first aider. Our trainers are experienced at supporting complete beginners in a relaxed, supportive environment.
What do delegates need to bring?
Comfortable clothing and flat footwear are ideal, as the course involves floor-level practical work on both days. All training equipment, manikins, AED trainers, and learning materials are provided by National Training Hub.
Can you deliver this course at our nursery or school?
Absolutely. National Training Hub specialises in on-site delivery nationwide across England and Wales. We bring all the necessary equipment to your setting. Contact us to arrange suitable dates and we'll work around your operational needs.
What happens if a delegate does not pass?
Delegates must pass all seven practical assessments and both multiple-choice papers to receive their certificate. Those who do not meet the required standard will receive clear, constructive feedback and may have the opportunity to be reassessed within the registration period. Our trainers will advise the best course of action.