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The Paediatric First Aid Refresher Course is a 2–3 hour training session designed to update and refresh existing knowledge and skills in paediatric first aid. It covers essential emergency responses such as CPR, choking, recovery position, and managing an unresponsive child.
On successful completion, learners receive a Level 2 Paediatric First Aid Refresher certificate.
This course is ideal for anyone who already holds a valid paediatric first aid qualification and needs to refresh their training, including:
- Childcare professionals
- Nursery staff
- Teachers and teaching assistants
- Childminders, nannies, and babysitters
- Parents and grandparents
- Sports coaches and youth leaders
- Healthcare assistants and foster carers
- Anyone responsible for the care of children
It is suitable for both workplace and personal development.
This Paediatric First Aid Refresher course is delivered over approximately 2–3 hours.
Training is delivered face-to-face or via blended learning and includes practical, hands-on activities to help learners refresh key emergency skills and build confidence in responding to real-life situations.
Learners will refresh essential paediatric first aid skills, including:
- CPR for babies and children
- Choking and airway emergencies
- Unconsciousness and seizure management
- Shock, wounds, and bleeding
- Burns and scalds
- Anaphylaxis and use of an EpiPen
- Head injuries
- Common conditions such as epilepsy, asthma, and diabetes
The course is highly practical and focused on real-life emergency response.
Pricing varies depending on delivery method and group size. As this course is only available for employer and group bookings, please contact us directly for a personalised quote based on your requirements.
This course is only available for organisations and employer group bookings, not individual enrolments.
It means the training is designed to be delivered to teams in the workplace, with groups of up to 12 delegates per session. This ensures the training is practical, consistent, and tailored to staff working within childcare and education settings.
If you are an individual looking for training, we offer other courses within our Skill Builders range that are open to individual learners as well as employers. You can view these to find the most suitable option for your needs.
Yes. This course supports workplace expectations for paediatric first aid refresher training in childcare and education settings.
It helps ensure staff remain confident and competent in responding to emergencies involving children.
This course is delivered for group and employer bookings only and can accommodate up to 12 delegates per session.
Larger groups can be supported with additional trainers or multiple sessions if required.
This course is delivered by our sister company Caring for Care, a specialist health and social care training provider.
Training is delivered by experienced clinical trainers, including nurses and healthcare professionals.
Sessions can be delivered:
- At your workplace (UK-wide)
- At selected training venues in the Midlands
This makes the course ideal for employer group bookings.
Yes. Assessment is ongoing and practical throughout the session.
Learners will demonstrate key skills such as CPR, choking response, and emergency management with full trainer support.
This course leads to a Caring for Care Certificate as part of our non-accredited training route.
An accredited alternative is also available, leading to a Qualsafe Award, which is regulated by Ofqual and provides a nationally recognised qualification.
Both options cover the same core paediatric first aid refresher content.
On successful completion, learners receive a certificate valid for 2 years.
Regular refresher training is recommended to maintain confidence and up-to-date knowledge.
Taking the Paediatric First Aid Refresher course can support a wide range of roles that involve working with children and young people.
This training is particularly useful for:
- Childcare workers in nurseries, day-cares, and after-school clubs
- Teachers and teaching assistants working in schools and education settings
- Parents and carers who want confidence in emergencies
- Childminders needing to maintain up-to-date certification
- Sports coaches and activity leaders working with children
- Healthcare workers supporting children in clinical or home care settings
This course helps learners stay prepared to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations, making it a valuable skill across many childcare and education roles.
