Paediatric First Aid Training

Paediatric First Aid Training Overview

The Paediatric First Aid Training is a comprehensive online course designed to provide learners with essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to medical emergencies involving babies and children. This paediatric first aid course covers important areas including child and infant CPR, choking, bleeding, burns, allergic reactions, seizures, accidents, injuries, and emergency response procedures.

Learners will develop the confidence to recognise potential risks, provide immediate first aid support, and understand how to protect children’s health and safety in different environments. This course is ideal for parents, childcare professionals, nursery workers, teachers, teaching assistants, childminders, healthcare workers, and anyone responsible for caring for children.

• › Last Audited and Updated: 27th July 2026

Throughout the course, you will learn how to:

• Understand the fundamentals of paediatric first aid and child safety
• Recognise common emergencies affecting babies and children
• Learn basic child and infant CPR principles
• Respond appropriately to choking incidents and breathing difficulties
• Provide first aid support for cuts, wounds, bleeding, and burns
• Understand how to manage allergic reactions and seizures
• Identify signs of common childhood illnesses and injuries
• Prepare for emergency situations in childcare environments
• Support children safely until professional medical help arrives

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the key principles of paediatric first aid
• Recognise different types of childhood emergencies and risks
• Develop awareness of infant and child CPR procedures
• Apply suitable first aid responses for common injuries and illnesses
• Understand the importance of prevention and child safety measures
• Improve confidence when responding to emergency situations
• Support safer childcare and learning environments
• Develop essential first aid knowledge for working with children

Who is This Course For

• Parents and guardians caring for babies and children
• Nursery practitioners and childcare professionals
• Teaching assistants and school staff
• Childminders and babysitters
• Healthcare and social care workers
• Community volunteers working with children
• Anyone interested in improving child safety and first aid skills

Why Enrol in This Paediatric First Aid Training Course?

• CPD Accredited Paediatric First Aid Training
• 100% Online and Self-Paced Learning
• Covers essential child and infant emergency response skills
• Develops confidence in handling childhood accidents and injuries
• Suitable for beginners with no previous first aid experience
• Supports childcare, education, and healthcare career development
• Helps learners create safer environments for children
• Flexible learning from desktop, tablet, or mobile devices

Career Opportunities

Completing the Paediatric First Aid Training course can support learners interested in childcare, education, healthcare, and child safety roles. Potential career opportunities include:

• Childcare Worker
  Provide safe and supportive care for children while applying first aid knowledge to respond to emergencies and injuries.
  Average salary: £20,000 to £28,000
• Nursery Practitioner
  Support children’s daily care, development, and wellbeing while maintaining a safe nursery environment.
  Average salary: £22,000 to £30,000
• Teaching Assistant
  Support children’s learning and safety within educational settings while understanding emergency response procedures.
  Average salary: £22,000 to £32,000
• Childminder
  Provide professional childcare services while applying paediatric first aid knowledge to protect children’s wellbeing.
  Average salary: £20,000 to £35,000
• Healthcare Assistant (Paediatric Support)
  Assist healthcare teams in supporting children and families while understanding basic child first aid practices.
  Average salary: £22,000 to £32,000
• Early Years Practitioner
  Support young children’s learning, care, and development while promoting health and safety practices.
  Average salary: £22,000 to £32,000

Assessment Method

At the end of the Paediatric First Aid Training course, learners will complete an online multiple-choice assessment to evaluate their understanding of child safety, emergency procedures, first aid techniques, and paediatric care practices. The assessment is automatically evaluated, allowing learners to receive immediate results. After successfully completing the assessment, learners can order an Accredited Certificate of Achievement to demonstrate their paediatric first aid knowledge and skills.

Eligibility Requirements

• Open to learners from all academic and professional backgrounds
• Suitable for beginners interested in paediatric first aid
• Ideal for parents, childcare workers, and education professionals
• No previous first aid qualification required
• Suitable for personal development and career progression

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: Learners should be aged 16 or above
• Academic Background: No formal academic qualification required
• Language Proficiency: Basic understanding of English is recommended
• Device Requirement: Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet connection
• Study Commitment: Learners should be prepared to complete online lessons and assessments independently

Why Choose Us

• Practical paediatric first aid training focused on real-life situations
• Beginner-friendly lessons with clear and accessible content
• Flexible self-paced online learning from anywhere
• Develops essential child safety and emergency response skills
• Supports career opportunities in childcare and education sectors
• CPD accredited certificate available after successful completion
• Dedicated learner support via email for guidance and assistance

Start Building Your Paediatric First Aid Skills Today

The Paediatric First Aid Training course is a practical way to develop the confidence and knowledge needed to respond to emergencies involving babies and children. Whether you are a parent, childcare professional, teacher, carer, or someone who wants to improve child safety awareness, this course can help you prepare for unexpected situations and provide better support when children need it most.

Enrol today and start developing essential paediatric first aid skills to help protect children, respond confidently, and create safer environments.