FAA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid – 1 Day
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- Mar 25
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Updated: Mar 30
Who is this course for?
The Paediatric Emergency First Aid – FAA Level 3 qualification is expertly designed for individuals responsible for caring for children and infants. This comprehensive training empowers learners with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage a variety of paediatric first aid scenarios, including CPR, bleeding control, and choking. By completing this qualification, participants will not only gain essential practical skills but also develop the confidence to respond decisively and competently in emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in their care.
The qualification is regulated in the UK and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA), an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation. It is recognised by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
The qualification is delivered, assessed, and quality assured adhering to the Assessment Principles for Regulated First Aid Qualifications, and delivered and assessed in accordance with the current Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines.
This FAA Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification is Unit 1 of the two-day FAA Paediatric First Aid qualification. From gaining this Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification, learners could progress to completing unit 2 and be awarded the 2-day FAA Award in Paediatric First Aid.
What will you learn?
A range of subjects are covered including:
Role of the Paediatric First Aider
Primary Survey
Resuscitation (CPR – including the safe use of an AED)
Wounds, Bleeding and Shock
Seizures
Choking
Minor Injuries
Bites and Stings
Recovery Position
Duration | Total Qualification Time (TQT) for this course is 7 hours, with at least 6 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) in the classroom, plus some pre-course study. Ideally, the course should be delivered over one day, but this qualification can be delivered over a maximum of a 4-week period, with each training session being a minimum of 2 hours. |
Certification | The qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further three years. The qualification is assessed both through practical demonstration and oral questioning. A learner must successfully pass a practical assessment to achieve the qualification. There is no grading of the assessment; learners pass or are referred. It may be possible to grant a reasonable adjustment for a learner who has a disability, medical condition or learning need following the FAA Reasonable Adjustment and Special Consideration Policy. For example, assistance could be given with reading or writing |
Numbers | A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course. |
Age limit | Students must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify. |
Where are the courses held?
At a Venue of Your Choice. Start Confident First Aid offers expert, hands-on training conveniently delivered at your chosen location. Whether it’s your office, training centre, school or any other venue, we handle all the details - bringing our training to you with zero hassle. You provide the space, and we'll bring everything else, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.
Cost
Please note that the cost per person may vary depending on the size of your group. Discounts are available for larger groups. For a more accurate quote, please do not hesitate to contact us at startconfidentfirstaid@gmail.com