Emergency Paediatric First Aid – Level 3 (RQF)
Our TQUK Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) provides essential first aid training, equipping learners with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to respond effectively to emergencies involving infants and children.
This regulated qualification is designed for parents, carers, childcare professionals and individuals responsible for the health, safety and wellbeing of children.
Delivered by practising paramedics, our training combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on learning to prepare you for real-life paediatric emergencies.
What You’ll Learn
Throughout the course, you’ll develop an understanding of:
- The roles and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider.
- How to assess an emergency situation involving infants and children.
- Recognising and responding to unresponsive infants and children.
- Managing choking and airway obstructions.
- Recognising and responding to shock.
- Providing first aid for wounds, fractures and dislocations.
- Responding to injuries involving the head, neck, back, eyes, ears and nose.
- Managing poisoning, bites, stings and electric shock.
- Applying essential paediatric first aid knowledge and practical skills in emergency situations.
Training covers first aid techniques relevant to infants aged 0–1 year and children aged 1–18 years.
Who Is This Course For?
This qualification is suitable for individuals responsible for the care and wellbeing of infants and children, including:
- Parents and families.
- Nannies and au pairs.
- Childminders and childcare workers.
- Nursery practitioners.
- Teachers and school staff.
- School nurses.
- Individuals working or preparing to work in childcare settings.
Those working in regulated childcare environments should confirm the specific paediatric first aid qualification required for their role.
Course Duration & Delivery
Classroom Training: 1 day of face-to-face learning, including theoretical knowledge and practical first aid training.
The course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and practical experience needed to respond confidently to paediatric emergencies.
Assessment & Certification
Learners must successfully complete the course requirements to achieve the qualification.
Successful learners receive a Paediatric First Aid Certificate detailing their achievement.
The qualification requires renewal after 3 years for continued use in relevant childcare roles. Learners must complete the full qualification again rather than a shortened refresher course.
Minimum Age: 14 years for classroom training.
Book Your Training
Whether you’re a parent wanting to develop essential first aid skills or a childcare professional looking to strengthen your knowledge and confidence, SceneMedic provides practical, professional training to help you respond effectively when it matters most.
Book your course online or contact SceneMedic to discuss your training requirements.
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