half day (4 hours) 
Up to 12 Basic Paediatric First Aid - Course Overview
This course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to emergencies involving babies and young children. It is designed as an introduction to paediatric first aid, helping build confidence in managing incidents safely until professional help arrives.
Training is delivered in a clear and supportive learning environment, covering key first aid topics relevant to early years and school settings. Learners develop the ability to recognise emergencies, provide immediate care, and support children effectively in critical situations.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for anyone new to first aid, the training is particularly suited to ancillary staff working in nursery and primary school environments - including dinner ladies, playground supervisors, and support staff. Learners gain the skills needed to manage initial paediatric emergencies and support existing first aid provision.
The training also offers a pathway for progression, with many learners advancing on to Emergency Paediatric First Aid or the in-depth 12-hour Paediatric First Aid course. This course helps build confidence and capability, enabling participants to respond calmly and effectively in a child’s time of need. If you need help choosing the right course, speak to one of our team.
As Per Annex A: Criteria for Effective PFA Training
Taken directly from the Statutory Framework for the early years' foundation stage.
- Managing an incident
- Unconsciousness/Recovery positions
- Asthma
- Fainting
- Epilepsy
- Choking
- Burns/Scalds
- Minor Injuries
- Control of Bleeding
- Bandaging
- Fractures
- Head Injuries
- Sprains/Strains
- First Aid Kits
- Record Keeping
**Please note this course does NOT cover Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation. Schools should already have fully qualified First Aiders in place**
Successful candidates will be awarded the FRFA Level 1 Basic Paediatric First Aid certificate valid for 3 years.
This nationally recognised certification confirms your ability to provide initial emergency care to babies and children, demonstrating essential first aid knowledge and practical competence. On completion, learners gain a trusted qualification that supports workplace compliance and provides a solid foundation for further first aid training.
This course is fully accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and delivered in accordance with the standards outlined in the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981.
FAIB accreditation guarantees that the training meets strict quality and compliance requirements, providing employers with the assurance that their first aiders are qualified to a nationally recognised standard.
Course Details
- Duration: Half a day (4 hours)
- Group Size: Up to 12 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
- Assessment Method: Activities & ongoing tutor assessment
- Pre-requisite: None required - open to all levels of experience
Suggested Progression:
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