Level 3 Award in
Paediatric
First Aid (RQF)
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QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
The Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is a recognised qualification designed to provide essential first aid knowledge and practical skills for responding to emergencies involving babies and children.
The course helps learners understand how to assess and respond to common childhood injuries, illnesses and emergency situations. It is suitable for people working with children, including nursery staff, school staff and childminders, helping them develop the confidence to provide appropriate first aid when a child needs immediate assistance.
What Are the Course Duration, Cost and Qualification?
What Qualification Will I Get?
Following a practical assessment, successful candidates receive a QA Level 3 Paediatric First Aid certificate, valid for three years from the date of completion.
How Long is a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Training Course?
At First Aid Training Services, the Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Training Course lasts for 2 working days. The course is designed to fit conveniently into your schedule while minimising disruption to your normal working activities.
How Much Does a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Training Course Cost?
The course price depends on the number of people attending. We provide training for businesses and childcare settings of different sizes. If you require training for a larger group, please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements and pricing.
1 - 6 People: £600 + VAT
7 - 12 People: £725 + VAT
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Who Is the Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid For?
The Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is suitable for professionals and carers who work with babies and children and may need to respond to a first aid emergency. It is particularly suitable for:
- Nursery staff who care for young children.
- School staff responsible for children during the school day.
- Childminders providing professional childcare in their own setting.
The course helps learners develop practical first aid knowledge and confidence to respond appropriately to childhood injuries, illnesses and emergencies. It is a practical option for childcare and education settings looking to train their staff in paediatric first aid.
What Will You Learn on the Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course?
On the Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid, you’ll develop the practical skills and knowledge needed to respond confidently to emergencies involving babies and children. You’ll learn how to assess an emergency, provide appropriate first aid, manage injuries and illnesses, and respond to life-threatening situations. The course covers essential paediatric first aid procedures and helps learners understand how to act quickly and safely when a child needs immediate assistance. Training combines practical learning and essential knowledge, helping nursery staff, school staff and childminders build confidence in responding to paediatric emergencies.
Paediatric First Aid Training at Your Own Setting
We can deliver Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training at your own nursery, school or childcare setting, making training convenient for your team. Whether you have a small group or a larger team, our flexible training can be arranged to suit your setting and schedule.
Why Choose Our Paediatric First Aid Training Course?
Choosing our Paediatric First Aid Training Course helps childcare and education settings develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to respond confidently when a child requires first aid. Our comprehensive training covers the essential skills needed to become a qualified paediatric first aider.
Led by experienced instructors, the course provides practical knowledge and guidance to help learners understand and manage paediatric first aid situations effectively.
Training can be tailored to specific sectors and the needs of your setting, making it suitable for nurseries, schools, childminders and other childcare environments. We use engaging and interactive teaching methods to encourage participation and support effective learning and knowledge retention.
For added flexibility, we offer in-person and blended learning options, helping organisations choose a training format that fits their team, setting and schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training?
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training provides practical knowledge and skills for responding to first aid emergencies involving babies and children, including common childhood injuries, illnesses and urgent situations.
Who should attend a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course?
The course is particularly suitable for nursery staff, school staff and childminders, as well as other professionals and carers who work with babies and children.
How long does the Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course take?
The course lasts 2 working days.
How long is the Paediatric First Aid certificate valid?
Successful learners receive a QA Level 3 Paediatric First Aid certificate, valid for 3 years from the date of completion.
How much does Level 3 Paediatric First Aid training cost?
Current pricing is £600 + VAT for 1–6 people, £725 + VAT for 7–12 people, and groups of 12+ should contact First Aid Training Services for a quotation.
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