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Duration: 2 Days
Qualification: FAA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
Validity: 3 Years
£239 per person
Do you know what to do if a child needs your help?
This 2-day qualification fulfils the requirements for first aid training detailed in the Department for Education’s Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. Learners who achieve this qualification will meet Ofsted requirements but it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that there is adequate cover for the establishment of both 2-day and 1-day qualified paediatric First Aid personnel.
The qualification is designed for learners with a responsibility for the care of children and babies on a professional level. The purpose of the qualification is for the learner to attain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations.
The learner will gain the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations.
🤔 Why choose this course?
✓ Meets the needs of many workplaces
✓ Provides paediatric first aid knowledge and practical skills
✓ Builds confidence to act quickly during emergencies
✓ Delivered through engaging, hands-on learning
✓ Gain a nationally recognised, regulated qualification
✓ Suitable for those with children in their care
🙋 Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for those with children in their care, such as nurseries. Your first aid needs assessment will help determine your level of required provision.
This course is ideal for new or those first aiders who need to renew their existing Paediatric First Aid certificate and to remain compliant for another 3 years.
✅ Entry requirements
The role of a paediatric first aider can be both physically and emotionally demanding. Employers should carefully consider whether nominated individuals are able to respond effectively during emergency situations.
Due to the practical nature of the first aid assessment there are physical demands. Learners must be able to get to the floor unaided and successfully demonstrate all required elements of the practical assessment on their own, with the casualty on the floor, as in a real-life situation. For example, a learner will need to get to the floor unassisted and demonstrate effective CPR on a manikin at floor level.
Minimum age: 16
Literacy: It is recommended learners hold a minimum of a Level 1 (or equivalent) to undertake this qualification.
🎯 Assessment
Assessment takes place continuously throughout the training through a combination of:
- Hands-on practical demonstrations
- Interactive discussions and questioning
- Quizzes and knowledge checks
- Group activities and roleplay scenarios
The qualification is assessed through practical demonstration and written assessment and a learner must pass all assessments to be awarded the qualification. These are:
- Performing CPR on the floor using a training manikin
- Demonstrating practical first aid techniques safely and effectively
- Passing a written assessment
All assessments are completed in English.
Upcoming dates
| Aug 2026 – Exact dates to be confirmed | Location to be confirmed |
| Oct 2026 – Exact dates to be confirmed | Location to be confirmed |
| Dec 2026 – Exact dates to be confirmed | Location to be confirmed |
| Feb 2026 – Exact dates to be confirmed | Location to be confirmed |
To book
Complete the enquiry form below, or drop us an email to office@leapforwardtraining.com and one of our friendly team will be in touch with some forms to fill in.
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This course may be available for SLC funding. Speak with your unit education/resettlement staff to find out more.
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Having appropriately trained first aiders can make a critical difference during an emergency.
Equip your team with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence they need to respond effectively when it matters most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I requalify rather than retaking the whole course again?
Unlike the First Aid at Work qualification, to requalify learners will need to complete the full course again.
How long does a Paediatric First Aid certificate last?
The Paediatric First Aid at Work certificate remains valid for three years from the date of issue.