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Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course in Middlesbrough

CostFREE
Duration1 day
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College. The course runs over one day, making it straightforward to fit around other commitments. You'll learn how to respond to first aid emergencies involving babies and children, covering the skills that Ofsted requires for early years and childcare settings. There are no entry requirements. This paediatric first aid qualification is awarded by Highfield and meets statutory first aid requirements for childcare providers.

Who this course is for

Would you know what to do if a child in your care needed first aid? Having the correct paediatric first aid provision is not only a statutory requirement for the majority of childcare providers, it is extremely important for the safety of children. The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (QCF) qualification is ideal for those who work or intend to work in a childcare setting as it has been specifically designed to fulfill Ofsteds first aid requirements for early years teachers, nursery workers and child minders (as defined within the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage 2014 and within the Child Care Register guide). Successful candidates will learn the roles and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider, and will be equipped with the necessary skills to administer safe and effective treatment when dealing with a range of paediatric first aid situations.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to assess and manage an unresponsive child or infant.
  • You'll practise CPR techniques for babies and children.
  • You'll learn how to treat choking in babies and young children.
  • You'll learn how to manage bleeding, burns, and wounds.
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to anaphylaxis and allergic reactions.
  • You'll learn how to deal with fractures, head injuries, and seizures.
  • You'll understand how to create a safe environment and record first aid incidents.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Middlesbrough College. The course combines taught sessions with hands-on practical exercises so you can practise the skills directly. Assessment includes practical demonstrations and a short written or verbal knowledge check. You'll need to show competence in key techniques such as CPR and airway management to pass.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery nurse: paediatric first aid certificate meets Ofsted staffing requirements.
  • Childminder: statutory requirement for registered childminders in England.
  • Early years teaching assistant: supports compliance in school-based early years settings.
  • Nanny or au pair: many families require a current paediatric first aid certificate.
  • Playgroup or after-school club worker: required for most Ofsted-registered settings.
  • First Aider in a childcare setting: designated first aid role within a nursery or creche.

What you could study next

Once you hold this paediatric first aid qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 or Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work to broaden your first aid skills to adult casualties. For career progression in childcare, a Level 2 Certificate in Childcare or a Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce would build on this qualification and open doors to senior roles in nurseries and early years settings.

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