Key Facts

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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 aider

    Emergency 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

  • 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

  • Course Structure


    100% online, accessible 24/7

    Approx. 6–8 hours of learning

    Multiple-choice questions throughout

    Instant PDF certificate on completion

    Learn at your own pace

    Unlimited free retakes

  • Assessment Details


    Multiple-choice questions

    No time limit

    Unlimited attempts

    Certificate available instantly after passing

  • Teaching and Learning


    Interactive modules with quizzes

    Scenario-based learning

    Clear voiceover and visual support

    Unlimited retakes to build confidence

    LMS tools for employers to track progress