Overview

This two-day Paediatric First Aid course is designed for individuals working with young children and infants, as well as those pursuing an Early Years Educator qualification. This course is EYFS-compliant and meets the statutory requirements for Ofsted-registered early year’s providers. With West Notts College’s high-quality training, you’ll gain essential skills and confidence in paediatric first aid, ensuring safety in any setting.

Who is this course for?

Early year’s educators in day nurseries, private nursery schools, and pre-schools
Staff in before and after school clubs for young children
Childminders and caregivers in the early year’s sector
Parents, grandparents, and anyone involved in the care of infants and young children.

Course Highlights

EYFS compliant - Fulfils Department for Education requirements for early year’s settings.
Hands-on learning - Gain practical skills to respond confidently to paediatric emergencies.
Recognised by Ofsted - Ideal for individuals in Ofsted-registered roles, ensuring your qualifications meet statutory standards.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to protect young children in any emergency with West Notts College’s trusted paediatric first aid training. Apply now.

Booking for a large group of learners?

We also offer on-site first aid training at your workplace. Please call our Employer Engagement Team on 0800 121 8317 for more information.

Why train with West Notts College?

Trusted expertise - Over 20 years of first aid training excellence.
HSE-recognised standards - Ensuring you receive accredited, reliable training.
Small group sessions - Personalised, hands-on learning in a friendly setting.
Competitive pricing - High-quality training at affordable rates.
Experienced tutors - Learn from certified professionals dedicated to building lifesaving skills.

“The trainer was knowledgeable and engaging, making the content both informative and practical. The course was well-structured and we left feeling confident in our ability to respond in an emergency. We would definitely recommend West Notts College to any business looking for high-quality training!”

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Start dates and fees

Upcoming dates

Thursday 4 to Friday 5 December2025.

Costs

£169 per person (no VAT).

What will I study?

Our experienced instructors will guide you through handling various emergency situations for babies and children, including:

Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
Assessing an emergency situation
Asthma
Bites and stings
Burns and scalds
Choking
CPR and defibrillation
Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child
Diabetic emergencies
Electric shock
External bleeding
Eye, ear and nose conditions
Febrile convulsions
Fractures
Head, neck and back injuries
Hypovolemic shock
Meningitis
Minor injuries
Poisoning
Recovery position
Seizures
The roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
Treatment for hot and cold body temperatures.

Entry requirements
- This course is only available to adults aged 19+.
- No formal qualifications are required to take this course.
Assessment
- Theory assessments (multiple choice question papers)
- Practical assessments.
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.