Professional Paediatric First Aid Training at Our Merthyr Tydfil Academy or Delivered Throughout the UK

When a baby or child becomes ill or injured, knowing how to respond quickly and appropriately can make all the difference. Children are not simply small adults—their anatomy, physiology and medical needs differ significantly, meaning first aid techniques must be specifically adapted for infants and children.

Our Paediatric First Aid Training (2-Day) course provides delegates with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond effectively to a wide range of paediatric medical emergencies. Through realistic scenarios and extensive hands-on practice, delegates learn how to assess casualties, perform paediatric CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), manage choking, treat injuries and respond to life-threatening emergencies involving babies and children.

The course is ideal for those working with or caring for children and follows current UK first aid guidance.

Training is delivered at our dedicated Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, or at your premises anywhere in England, Scotland or Wales.

Whether you require training for one delegate or an entire childcare team, Evolution Safety Solutions provides professional, engaging and practical Paediatric First Aid Training tailored to your organisation.

For advice or to book your course, call our team today on 03333 399 037.

Why Choose Evolution Safety Solutions?

High-quality Paediatric First Aid training should prepare delegates for real emergencies, not simply help them pass an assessment. Our experienced instructors use practical demonstrations, realistic scenarios and extensive hands-on learning to ensure every delegate leaves feeling confident in their ability to respond when it matters most.

When you train with Evolution Safety Solutions, you benefit from:

• Experienced first aid instructors
• Practical, hands-on training throughout
• Modern Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil
• Nationwide on-site delivery
• Small class sizes
• High-quality infant and child CPR manikins
• AED training equipment
• Flexible course dates
• Certificates issued upon successful completion
• Ongoing support following your course

We regularly deliver Paediatric First Aid Training for nurseries, schools, childminders, pre-schools, sports clubs, local authorities, charities and businesses across the UK.

What Is Paediatric First Aid?

Paediatric First Aid is the emergency care provided to babies and children before professional medical help arrives. Because infants and children have different medical needs to adults, the techniques used for assessment, CPR, choking treatment and emergency care differ significantly.

Paediatric First Aid Training provides delegates with the skills to recognise medical emergencies, administer immediate treatment and provide ongoing care until emergency services take over.

Why Is Paediatric First Aid Training Important?

Children are naturally curious and active, making accidents and sudden illnesses an unfortunate reality in childcare settings and at home. Prompt and effective first aid can reduce the severity of injuries and, in life-threatening situations, significantly improve the chances of survival.

For many childcare providers, appropriate Paediatric First Aid Training is also a requirement to meet the expectations of regulators and employers, helping to demonstrate competence and preparedness.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for anyone responsible for the care or supervision of babies and children, including:

• Nursery practitioners
• Childminders
• Pre-school staff
• School staff
• Teachers
• Teaching assistants
• Holiday club staff
• Sports coaches
• Youth workers
• Foster carers
• Nannies
• Parents
• Grandparents
• Children’s activity providers
• Healthcare assistants

No previous first aid experience is required.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course delegates will be able to:

• Assess emergency situations safely
• Recognise serious illness and injury
• Perform infant and child CPR
• Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) where appropriate
• Manage choking in babies and children
• Treat wounds and bleeding
• Manage fractures and soft tissue injuries
• Respond to allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
• Recognise meningitis and sepsis symptoms
• Treat burns and scalds
• Manage seizures
• Respond to asthma attacks
• Provide appropriate casualty care until emergency services arrive

Course Content

The course combines classroom learning with extensive practical exercises.

Principles of Paediatric First Aid

Including:

• Responsibilities of a first aider
• Primary survey
• Secondary assessment
• Incident management
• Infection prevention and control

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Practical instruction includes:

• Infant CPR
• Child CPR
• Rescue breaths
• Chest compressions
• Recovery position
• AED awareness and use

Choking Emergencies

Delegates will learn:

• Recognising choking
• Back blows
• Chest thrusts
• Abdominal thrusts (where appropriate)
• Managing unconscious casualties

Medical Emergencies

Training includes:

• Asthma
• Anaphylaxis
• Diabetes
• Epilepsy
• Febrile seizures
• Meningitis awareness
• Sepsis awareness
• Shock

Injuries

Including:

• Cuts and wounds
• Severe bleeding
• Burns and scalds
• Head injuries
• Fractures
• Sprains and strains
• Eye injuries
• Nosebleeds
• Poisoning

Practical Training

Practical learning is at the heart of this course.

Delegates will practise:

• Infant CPR
• Child CPR
• AED operation
• Choking management
• Recovery position
• Bandaging techniques
• Casualty assessment
• Realistic emergency scenarios

Every delegate receives practical experience using professional first aid training equipment under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Benefits for Employers

Providing Paediatric First Aid Training demonstrates your organisation’s commitment to protecting children while ensuring staff have the confidence to respond effectively during emergencies.

Benefits include:

• Improved child safety
• Increased staff confidence
• Enhanced emergency preparedness
• Practical life-saving skills
• Improved safeguarding culture
• Greater confidence amongst parents and carers
• Stronger organisational resilience
• Support for regulatory compliance

Training at Our Merthyr Tydfil Academy

Our purpose-built Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, provides an excellent environment for practical Paediatric First Aid training.

We regularly welcome delegates from:

• Merthyr Tydfil
• Cardiff
• Newport
• Swansea
• Bridgend
• Pontypridd
• Caerphilly
• Aberdare
• Blackwood
• Ebbw Vale
• Neath
• Abergavenny

Facilities include:

• Modern classrooms
• Infant and child CPR manikins
• AED training devices
• Practical training equipment
• Free parking
• Refreshments
• Excellent transport links

On-Site Paediatric First Aid Training

If your organisation requires training for several employees, we can deliver the course at your workplace anywhere in England, Scotland or Wales.

Benefits include:

• Flexible training dates
• Reduced travel costs
• Cost-effective for groups
• Practical scenarios relevant to your setting
• Minimal disruption to your organisation

Course Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this course?

Anyone responsible for the care of babies or children, including childcare professionals, teachers, childminders, parents and carers.

Will I learn infant and child CPR?

Yes. Delegates receive practical training in CPR techniques specifically designed for babies and children, including the use of an AED where appropriate.

Is this course suitable for Ofsted-registered childcare providers?

Yes. This course is designed for those working in childcare settings. If you require a specific regulated qualification to meet EYFS or Ofsted requirements, please contact us and we will ensure you are booked onto the appropriate accredited course.

Can the course be delivered at our premises?

Yes. We provide Paediatric First Aid Training throughout England, Scotland and Wales.

Do delegates receive a certificate?

Yes. All successful delegates receive a certificate confirming completion of the course.

Looking for Other First Aid Courses?

Evolution Safety Solutions also delivers a comprehensive range of first aid and emergency response training, including:

• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
• First Aid at Work (FAW)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Catastrophic Bleeding First Aid Training
• Mental Health First Aid Courses
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training

Our team can help you identify the most appropriate course for your workplace, organisation or profession.

Book Your Paediatric First Aid Training Today

Ensure your staff have the confidence and practical skills to respond effectively during medical emergencies involving babies and children.

Whether you require training for one delegate or your entire childcare team, Evolution Safety Solutions provides professional, engaging and practical Paediatric First Aid Training tailored to your needs.

Attend one of our scheduled courses at our Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil, or let our experienced instructors deliver the training at your workplace anywhere in the UK.

Contact Evolution Safety Solutions

Telephone: 03333 399 037

Email: info@evolutionsafetysolutions.co.uk

Alternatively, complete the enquiry form on this page and a member of our team will contact you to discuss your training requirements.