Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid Course

What to expect from the Highfields
Paediatric First Aid Course

• Why This Course?

  • This 2-day, EYFS-compliant Paediatric First Aid course is specifically designed for individuals working with young children, such as nursery staff, childminders and sport & leisure staff.

    If you are responsible for the safety and well-being of infants and children in your workplace, possessing the necessary paediatric first aid skills is crucial. In emergency situations, knowing how to respond quickly and effectively can make all the difference.

    The Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid is tailored for those currently working or preparing to work in childcare roles. Developed by Highfield, a trusted name with years of expertise in creating high-quality first aid training and resources, this course equips you with the essential knowledge and confidence to handle a range of first aid scenarios.

• What Does The Paediatric First Aid Course Cover?

  • This course prepares you to assist babies and children in emergencies such as:

    • Unresponsiveness (breathing or not breathing, including AED use)
    • Choking, bleeding, burns, or scalds
    • Objects in the eye, ear, or nose
    • Hypothermia, heat exhaustion, sickness, or fever

    It also covers medical emergencies like meningitis, seizures, asthma attacks, anaphylaxis, head or spinal injuries, and poisoning.

    For childcare professionals, the course includes basic adult first aid, accident reporting, and administering medication.

• What Is The Learning Experience Like?

  • Our First Aid at Work course offers a dynamic, hands-on learning experience designed to keep you engaged while gaining essential knowledge. Unlike traditional classroom settings, our course encourages active participation through group activities, practical exercises, and first-aid practice. You’ll enjoy the learning process as much as the valuable skills you’ll acquire.

• Step By Step Guide

  • 1 – Book Now
    Book your course by clicking book now next to your chosen course.

    Payment can be made via BACS, Credit/Debit Card or Paypal.

    Please feel free to call CST Training on 020 3488 4472 if you would like to place your order by phone.

    2 – Receive Course Pack
    Your place on the course is now confirmed. You will receive a form in your order confirmation. You must fill this out before the course starts as soon as possible.

    You will also receive further instructions regarding attending the course.

    3 – Start Your Course
    Arrive at the course venue at least 30 minutes before the course starts. You will receive all the course resources you need at the venue.

    Remember to have your ID close by. You must attend each day of the course. You will fail the course if you do not.

    4 – Complete your Course
    Attend every day of the course and complete the exam. Your tutor will prepare you for your exam and assessment.

    Once you have passed, you will receive your certificate via email. Resits are available if needed.

• Why Use CST Training?
  • • We help thousands of candidates a year meet their educational goals. We have a proven model which excels across a variety of industries
    • We have a 5-Star rating on Google and Trustpilot
    • We have a 98% pass rate across all of our courses
    • Competitive pricing for both individual and volume orders
    • All our industry-expert tutors are flexible, patient and experienced educators
    • We always go the extra mile to ensure you have all the information and support you need during your learning journey with us.
• How Long Does Certification Last?

  • Your qualification will be valid for 3 years upon completion of the course, after which it will need to be retaken.

    Please note that for accredited courses, certificates can take between 2 – 4 weeks to arrive from the accrediting body, so please take this into account before committing to employment start dates – we are able to provide written confirmation if you pass, after the course results have been confirmed by the tutor. To receive this, please contact admin@csttraining.co.uk