Emergency First Aid at Work + Paediatric Element - Course Overview
This course enables participants to act as a workplace first aider in low-risk environments, where a needs assessment has identified Emergency First Aid at Work provision as suitable. It complies with the Health & Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 (Appendix 6) and provides essential emergency first aid training for adult casualties.
In addition to the standard Emergency First Aid at Work content, the course also includes paediatric-focused training relevant to school and childcare settings, supporting learners who may be required to respond to incidents involving children.
The Emergency First Aid at Work element forms Unit 1 and Day 1 of the full three-day First Aid at Work qualification, offering a good foundation for those who may wish to progress further.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for employees appointed as workplace first aiders in low-risk environments who also support children as part of their role. It is particularly suited to school staff, teaching assistants, nursery teams, and support workers who require both workplace first aid certification and basic paediatric emergency awareness.
It offers a straightforward solution for organisations needing combined adult and child first aid coverage, helping staff feel confident responding to emergencies involving both colleagues and children.
In Accordance With Appendix 6 H&S (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
- The role of the first aider
- Importance of preventing cross infection
- The need for recording incidents and actions
- Use of available equipment
- Assessing the situation & act safely in an emergency
- Administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator
- Administer first aid to a casualty who is:
- Unconscious (including seizures)
- Choking
- Wounded or bleeding
- Suffering from shock
- Provide appropriate first aid for Minor Injuries (small cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns, scalds & small splinters)
Additional Subjects
- Administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation to a child
- Recognition and management of Asthma
- Recognition and management of Anaphylaxis
- Administer first aid to a child who is:
- Unconscious (including seizures)
- Choking
Upon successful completion, learners will be awarded the Emergency First Aid at Work Including Paediatric Element certificate, valid for 3 years.
This certification confirms the ability to provide initial emergency care for both adults and children, supporting workplace compliance and first aid provision in education and childcare environments. Refresher training is recommended to help maintain confidence, competence, and best practice.
This course is accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) in accordance with the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
This confirms that the training meets recognised industry standards and is delivered in line with current best practice, giving participants confidence that course content and certification comply with UK first aid requirements.
Course Details
- Duration: 1 day (7 hours)
- Group Size: Up to 12 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
- Assessment Method: Activities, test paper, practical assessment
- Pre-requisite: None required - open to all levels of experience
Suggested Progression:
- Recommended annual refresher training
- Mandatory Requalification every three years by re-taking one-day course
- First Aid at Work 3 day Qualification