
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in
Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
3 Day Course
Ofqual Regulated
Certificate Valid for 3 Years
Compliant

Course Overview
Would you know what to do if you saw a
child in need of first aid?
Having a good understanding of emergency
paediatric first aid is incredibly important for the
safety of children and it could mean the
difference between life and death.
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency
Paediatric First Aid (RQF) qualification has been
designed in-line with the current Early Years
Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is
ideal for:
• Those who have gained a level 2 or 3 childcare
qualification and have entered into an early
years setting and wish to be included in the
staff to child ratios to comply with the EYFS
requirements.
• Anyone who cares for infants and children, such
as parents, guardians, grandparents.
Successful candidates will be equipped with the
skills needed to deal with a range of paediatric
first aid situations.
For a more detailed overview of the course, please download the Emergency Paediatric First Aid Qualification Specification.
We can deliver this course at your premises or alternate venue. We can deliver the course content in a bespoke manner to fit your working environment.
Entry Requirements
Must be at least 14 years old.
Intended Audience
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) qualification has been designed in-line with the current Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is ideal for:
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Those who have gained a level 2 or 3 childcare qualification and have entered into an early years setting and wish to be included in the staff to child ratios to comply with the EYFS requirements.
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Anyone who cares for infants and children, such as parents, guardians, grandparents or those who have an involvement with infants and children, and wants to learn key paediatric first aid skills.
Newly qualified entrants to an early years setting who have completed a level 2 and/or level 3 qualification on or after 30th June 2016, must also have either a full Paediatric First Aid or an Emergency Paediatric First Aid certificate within three months of starting work.
What's Covered?
Topics Include
Roles and responsibilities of an emergency paediatric first aider
Assessing an emergency situation
Dealing with an unresponsive infant or child
Recovery Position
CPR and defibrillation
Choking
Minor injuries
Bites and stings
Seizures
Bleeding and shock
Note: The Emergency Paediatric First Aid content aligns with
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) syllabus.
How to Book
Keep an eye out for our upcoming calendar, select your preferred date and check out! You can also get in touch with us directly for further information. We will be regularly updating our course calendar, so be sure to check for future dates that suit your needs.
For bespoke training, on-site delivery, or any further details, our team is always available to discuss your requirements.
Contact us to get started!

