Key Facts
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Starting
1 Aug 2025- Location
- STC Wandsworth Remote Learning
- Start Time
- 09:00
- End Time
- 17:00
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Roll-On Roll-Off (Any Day of Week)
- Start Date
- 1 Aug 2025
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- WCRX316FC
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 30
Paediatric First Aid – Online Awareness
This engaging online course builds essential awareness of paediatric first aid emergencies. Helps develop your English and skills and build awareness to prepare you for the National regulated Level 3 course.
The Instant certificate, first aid awareness, digital learning, emergency response is perfect for anyone working with children — from nursery staff and school teams to sports coaches and childminders. Learn how to respond confidently to common injuries, illnesses, and emergency situations involving infants and young children.
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Introductory Course Info HE
You'll gain confidence in:Assessing emergencies involving children
Responding to choking, bleeding, shock, burns, fractures
Managing allergic reactions, heat/cold exposure, electric shock
Supporting children with asthma, diabetes, meningitis, and convulsions
Understanding your role as a paediatric first aider
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Entry Requirements
No prior qualifications needed. Ideal for induction, refresher, or blended learning. Note: This course does not replace the regulated Level 3 qualification required for designated first aiders. -
Course Content
Roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aiderEmergency assessment and basic life support
First aid for choking, bleeding, fractures, burns, shock
Managing medical conditions and sudden illness
Responding to environmental injuries and poisoning
Supporting children with anaphylaxis
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Progression Next Steps
Learners can progress to:Regulated Level 3 Paediatric First Aid (in-person)
Emergency First Aid at Work
Safeguarding Children
EYFS and Early Years courses
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Course Structure
100% online, accessible 24/7Approx. 6–8 hours of learning
Multiple-choice questions throughout
Instant PDF certificate on completion
Learn at your own pace
Unlimited free retakes
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Assessment Details
Multiple-choice questionsNo time limit
Unlimited attempts
Certificate available instantly after passing
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Teaching and Learning
Interactive modules with quizzesScenario-based learning
Clear voiceover and visual support
Unlimited retakes to build confidence
LMS tools for employers to track progress