Course overview
The Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid Course (EPFA) is a 1-day course.
If you work in or manage a high-risk setting (such as a nursery with children who have additional medical needs) your staff may need to take the 12-hour Paediatric First Aid qualification (PFA).
The type of PFA course your workplace will need is dependent on your First Aid Needs Risk Assessment. Follow the link to the HSE’s site for further information.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by an Ofqual Regulated awarding body. Meets requirements of Ofsted and EYFS.
Course cost
The price is £1140.60 for a group of 12 equivalent to £95 Per learner.
£765.60 for a group of up to 6
Who is it for?
Suitable for low-risk environments.
This is a regulated qualification that is suitable for those who need first aid training for times when children are present. This includes those working in schools, nurseries, early years settings as well as childminders.
It is also suitable for low-risk establishments.
Course delivery
This course can be delivered at your business or organisation’s premises or venue.
Course content
Course topics Include:
The roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
Assessing an emergency situation
Recovery Position CPR and defibrillation
Choking Head, neck and back injuries
Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
Meningitis
Asthma
Seizures and Febrile Convulsions
Diabetic Emergencies
Poisoning
Burns and scalds
Electric Shock
External Bleeding and shock
Eye, ear and nose conditions
Bites and stings
Extremes of temperature.
Annual training
You might want to consider the Need for Annual Training as Part of Your Risk Assessment. The HSE and Ofsted recommend annual refresher training every year for workplace First Aiders.
Get in touch with us to see what the best options are for your organisation.
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Blended Learning
The best way for you to meet your legal requirements for the Health & Safety First Aid Act.
Have more flexibility for our courses. Take part in your training online, reducing your time in the classroom. This also means that less time is lost to travel. This allows you to study first aid theory at your own pace. The practical modules are then delivered in the classroom, face-to-face with one of our trainers. Please contact us for more information.