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Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course in Truro

Cost£120.00
Duration2 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySTA
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About this course

Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College over two days, with daytime attendance. The course covers first aid treatment for children and babies, following the approach recommended by OFSTED. It suits people working in childcare, early years, or school settings, as well as childminders and parents who want to be prepared. Your paediatric first aid certificate is valid for three years on successful completion.

Who this course is for

This course is concerned with the appropriate first aid treatment of children and babies as recommended by OFSTED. On successful completion of this course candidates will gain a certificate valid for 3 years. This course is ideally suited for childminders, nursery and school workers, people working with early years and even parents who want to increase their knowledge of first aid for children.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to a child or baby who is unresponsive
  • You'll learn how to perform CPR on infants and children
  • You'll learn how to manage choking in babies and young children
  • You'll learn how to treat wounds, burns, and bleeding
  • You'll learn how to respond to allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
  • You'll learn how to manage fractures, head injuries, and seizures
  • You'll learn how to assess a casualty and call for emergency help appropriately

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom over two days. You'll take part in practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises, practising first aid techniques on manikins and through scenario-based activities. Assessment is through practical observation and a short knowledge check to confirm you can apply the skills correctly.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Childminder: a paediatric first aid qualification is required by OFSTED
  • Nursery worker: first aid for children is a standard requirement in early years settings
  • Teaching assistant: supports safe working in primary and early years classrooms
  • After-school club or holiday play scheme worker: first aid cover for children's activities
  • Nanny or au pair: employers routinely ask for a paediatric first aid certificate
  • First Aider (children's settings): designated first aid role in schools or nurseries

What you could study next

A Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work covers adult casualties alongside children and is recognised across a wider range of workplaces. If you're working toward a full early years role, a Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma or a Level 3 Childcare and Education qualification builds on this and meets the staffing qualification requirements for nursery and pre-school settings.

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