Our comprehensive Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers course equips you with essential first aid knowledge, safety awareness and emergency response understanding required in UK schools, nurseries and childcare environments.

This CPD-accredited paediatric first aid course focuses on child-specific emergency awareness, helping education professionals understand how to respond calmly and appropriately to common medical incidents involving infants and children.

You will develop a strong understanding of paediatric risk assessment, first aid responsibilities, infection control and safeguarding awareness, aligned with UK education and childcare expectations.

Through this flexible online paediatric first aid course, you will gain confidence in recognising emergencies, understanding CPR and AED awareness, responding to loss of responsiveness and managing common childhood illnesses and injuries.

By enrolling in this CPD-accredited Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers, you gain recognised skills, enhanced confidence and professional credibility to support child safety and wellbeing across early years, primary, SEN and education support settings.

Course Overview

Career-focused Paediatric First Aid Training designed for UK education settings

• Fully online paediatric first aid course with 365-day access
• CPD-accredited training aligned with UK safeguarding and education standards
• Covers paediatric first aid principles, emergency awareness and child safety
• Includes CPR and AED awareness for infants and children
• Focuses on infection prevention and personal protection
• Addresses common childhood illnesses, injuries and acute medical conditions
• Supports safer learning environments through risk awareness and prevention
• Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, SEN staff and childcare professionals

By the end of this Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers, you will be able to:

• Understand the principles and procedures of paediatric first aid in UK education settings
• Identify the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider
• Recognise appropriate first aid equipment and understand its correct use
• Conduct primary and secondary assessments during child-related incidents
• Understand infection control, hygiene and personal protection measures
• Identify differences between paediatric and adult CPR awareness
• Understand emergency response for infants under one year old
• Respond appropriately to common childhood illnesses and injuries
• Recognise and manage acute medical conditions such as asthma, allergies and poisoning
• Promote safer environments through playground, toy and water safety awareness

• Paediatric emergency awareness
• First aid knowledge for education settings
• Risk assessment and incident response understanding
• Infection prevention and hygiene awareness
• Child safety and well-being support skills
• Emergency communication awareness
• Organisation and preparedness skills
• Confidence in managing unexpected incidents

This Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers course is ideal for:

• Teachers in primary, secondary and early years education
• Teaching assistants and SEN teaching assistants
• Nursery staff, childminders and childcare practitioners
• School support staff and learning mentors
• Individuals planning to start a career in teaching
• Parents and carers supporting children in learning environments
• Anyone seeking CPD-accredited paediatric first aid knowledge in the UK
  

When you enrol with Teachers Training, you benefit from:

• A dedicated UK education and training platform
• 24/7 tutor and technical support
• Interactive and engaging online learning materials
• Affordable pricing with no hidden costs
• CPD-accredited courses aligned with UK standards
• 100% online learning access
• Flexible study deadlines
• Instant course access after enrolment

There are no formal entry requirements for this Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers course. To enrol, you should:

• Have a basic understanding of the English language
• Have an interest in child safety and wellbeing
• Be motivated to support professional development
• No previous experience or qualifications are required

After completing this Paediatric First Aid Training for Teachers, you may progress into or strengthen roles such as:

• Teacher
• Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Early Years Practitioner
• Private Tutor
• School Support Staff
• Childcare Assistant

The assessment is straightforward; you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of this  course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed. 

After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.

Upon completing the course and passing the final assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training, which demonstrates your professional knowledge, practical skills, and career readiness. You can select your preferred certificate option at discounted rates, with the Digital CPD Certificate (PDF) available for only £6.99, the Printed Hardcopy Certificate for only £9.99, or both the Digital and Printed Certificates together for just £11.99. This certification will significantly strengthen your CV and enhance your credibility within the education sector. Please note that discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to secure your certificate before the offer ends.