Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA)

Emergency Paediatric
First Aid (EPFA)

1 – Day Course

Our Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) course is a Qualsafe Awards accredited Level 3 qualification, designed to equip individuals with the skills and confidence to respond effectively to paediatric emergencies.

Meets Ofsted and UK regulatory requirements for childcare settings and early years providers.

Focused on emergency situations involving children and infants — including injuries, illnesses, and life-threatening conditions.

Practical, hands-on training ensures learners can act quickly and confidently.

Certificate valid for 3 years, recognised across childcare, schools, and community settings.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for:

Childcare practitioners, nursery staff, teachers, and after-school club staff.

Anyone working with or responsible for children and young people.

Parents, guardians, and carers who want confidence in life-saving skills for children.

Individuals with no prior first aid experience — suitable for beginners.

What You Will Learn — Course
Content & Outcomes

The 1-day FAW course equips participants with practical skills and knowledge
to deal with serious and complex workplace incidents. Topics include:

Role and responsibilities of a First Aider

Legal and regulatory obligations for childcare and schools
Record keeping and reporting of incidents

Assessing the situation and casualty

Primary survey for children and infants
Recovery position for children and babies

CPR and AED use for children and infants

Techniques adapted for different ages and sizes
Safe use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Managing choking and airway obstruction

Age-appropriate responses for infants, toddlers, and children

Treatment of common paediatric injuries and illnesses

Minor injuries: cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, scalds
Serious injuries: fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries
Medical emergencies: seizures, asthma attacks, allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, shock

Scenario-based practice

Realistic paediatric emergency simulations to build confidence and competence
Hands-on exercises reinforce life-saving skills

Assessment

Continuous observation of practical skills
Short theory check to confirm understanding

Upon completion, participants will be able to respond effectively and confidently in paediatric emergencies
until professional help arrives.

Qualsafe Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid Certificate
— valid for 3 years.

Recognised by childcare regulators, employers, and insurers across the UK.

Certificate demonstrates competence in paediatric first aid and emergency care.

Duration & Delivery

1 day

(approx. 6–7 hours including breaks).

Delivery options

On-site at your workplace, nursery, or school, or public course venues.

Group size

Small groups (Maximum of 12 learners per instructor) to ensure effective practical training.

Why EPFA Matters

Children and infants have different first aid requirements than adults — rapid, age — appropriate
response can save lives by completing our EPFA course, participants gain:

Confidence to act calmly in paediatric emergencies

Skills to manage choking, CPR, injuries, and medical crises in children

Compliance with childcare and educational regulatory standards

How to Book

Provide your preferred date, number of delegates, and delivery preference (on-site or public course).

We’ll confirm availability and provide joining instructions, a course outline, and guidance on what to bring.