Level 3 Paediatric First Aid

This qualification is for anyone aged 16 or over who is looking to become a paediatric first aider

in the workplace with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This qualification is

intended for learners already working or preparing to work in industry.

Learners gaining this qualification will know that first aid is the responsibility of everyone involved

in the working environment. Topics within this course are regarded by the Early Years Foundation

Stage as being important to maintaining good practice in the safe, prompt and effective treatment

of injuries and ill health of infants and children who are under the care of trained personnel.

This qualification meets the requirements for Paediatric First Aid outlined in the Early Years

Foundation Stage.

• the roles and responsibilities of a first-aider
• assessing an emergency situation safely
• CPR and AED
• administering first aid to a choking infant or child
• dealing with shock, scolds, bleeds, bites, stings and minor injuries
• providing first aid to an infant or a child with anaphylaxis
• dealing with casualties with fractures, and spinal or head injuries