Practical training for people
who care for children.
Build the confidence to respond when a baby or child needs help. Choose blended paediatric first aid, a one-day emergency course, or training for your team at your premises.
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Compare practical training for childcare professionals, parents and teams. The full paediatric course combines online learning with face-to-face practice.
A full 12-hour course for childcare professionals. Six hours of eLearning followed by six hours of practical classroom training.
A one-day introduction to responding to emergencies involving infants and children, with practical training.
Arrange practical first aid training for your team at your premises. Ask us about the right course for your setting.
Whether you work in a nursery, look after children at home or organise training for a childcare team, the course should match your responsibilities. Compare the full and emergency options, then check the qualification your role or setting requires.
A fuller course for people caring for babies and children, including nursery staff, childminders and early years teams. Complete six hours of eLearning before six hours of practical classroom training. It covers emergency response alongside a wider range of childhood injuries and illnesses.
Explore the 12-hour paediatric course →A six-hour, face-to-face course focused on responding to emergencies involving infants and children. It may suit parents, carers or staff who need emergency-level training. It is a separate qualification from full paediatric first aid, so check your setting’s requirements before choosing.
Compare the emergency course →Arrange practical training at your premises for a nursery, school or other group. We can help you select the course and plan delivery around your team. Share your location, learner numbers and qualification requirements when requesting a quote.
Explore on-site group training →Practising with an instructor helps you develop the skills to respond when a child needs first aid. Both paediatric courses cover core emergency skills, including:
The full 12-hour course also covers a broader range of injuries and illnesses, including burns, seizures and allergic reactions. Read the full syllabus before choosing your training.
If you work in an early years setting in England, the EYFS framework distinguishes full paediatric first aid from emergency paediatric first aid. The full course has a minimum of 12 hours of training; the emergency course has a minimum of six hours.
Our full course combines online theory with a practical classroom day. Successful learners receive a Qualsafe Level 3 eCertificate, valid for three years. The emergency course leads to an FAIB-accredited Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification following successful assessment.
Check which qualification your employer or setting requires. EYFS applies in England; childcare requirements elsewhere in the UK may differ.
Need help choosing? Ask our team about your setting or find a training area near you.
Our full paediatric first aid course combines six hours of eLearning with six hours of hands-on training. You study the theory in your own time before attending your practical session.
Practise key techniques with an instructor, ask questions and build your confidence in responding to emergencies involving infants and children.
Explore the 12-hour courseTraining for workplace first aiders and teams with broader responsibilities.
A one-day course covering adult and child first aid, CPR and AED use. Delivered for groups at your premises.
One day of practical first aid training for low-risk workplaces, covering CPR, AED use and common emergencies.
First aid training for higher-risk workplaces, including construction sites, garages and workshops.
Refresh your First Aid at Work knowledge and skills with this two-day classroom requalification course.
Learn and practise CPR, rescue breaths and how to use a defibrillator with an instructor.
A two-day course leading to a Qualsafe Level 3 qualification in workplace mental health first aid.
This was my first time doing a first aid course. The course content was excellent as was Allan the trainer. He was very knowledgeable and informative. I was apprehensive before the course however we were all put at ease straight away. The demonstration and interaction was great so you leave with a great understanding of first aid and how to administer correctly. Would recommend to everyone
Natasha Hamilton| February 24, 2025
… Most importantly, I now feel completely confident in applying the skills I’ve learned should I ever need to. Thank you so much, Allan – I highly recommend your training!
Lauren| February 24, 2025
EFAW course was very informative and I felt I learned a lot, instructor Allan King was very good, lots of detail and answered any questions we had. I Would recommend the course.
KB | February 24, 2025
I thought Allan was excellent at conveying the importance of first aid. He made it easy to understand and also explained the signs to look for when administering first aid. Environment and workplace situations were discussed.
Garry Nugent| February 24, 2025
one of the orgs we support through Action Together is Leons Lionhearts.They attended First Aid Training on Friday, and wanted to shout out regarding Karl, the Trainer. Top Man!Thank you for great training.
Fi Oakes| February 14, 2025
I recently attended skills training group for a first aid at work course. They were rhe cheapest by miles. The venue was easy to access and plenty parking at. The trainer Allan King is like rain man! No power point, handouts, paperwork from beginning to end it was all from memory. Really interactive having a go at cpr, recovery position. Great course that I hopefully don't need to use but I feel far more confident if I had to help
Elizabeth February 13, 2025
I went here for first aid training with Alan king he's amazing really explains everything in great detail learned so much staff are very welcoming and nice definitely recommend !
Charlene| February 18, 2025
Having completed similar courses in the past . I found the training extremely comprehensive. Allan King was particularly good at explaining everything in an easily understandable and memorable way.
jennifer green | February 21, 2025
Explore our training areas, then check the booking page for the current dates and venue for your chosen course.
Find the right level of training for your role, family or childcare setting.
Our full 12-hour blended paediatric first aid course costs £95 + VAT per person. The six-hour emergency course costs £70 + VAT. For a team, ask for an on-site training quote based on your chosen course and learner numbers.
You can complete the six-hour theory element of our full course online, before attending six hours of practical classroom training and assessment. The full course is not entirely online. Our emergency paediatric first aid course is taught face to face.
Choose the qualification required for your role and setting. The full 12-hour course offers broader coverage than the six-hour emergency course. In England, check the relevant EYFS requirements with your employer or setting before booking; do not assume the two qualifications are interchangeable.
Yes. Paediatric training is also useful for parents, grandparents, babysitters and carers who want to practise first aid skills for babies and children. Compare the course content and choose the level of training you want; professional childcare roles may have specific requirements.
Our full and emergency paediatric first aid certificates are valid for three years following successful completion and assessment. Plan your next course before the certificate expires, especially if it is required for your childcare role.
Tell us who you need to train and we’ll help you find the right course.
0808 164 2780info@skillstg.co.ukFor individual bookings, you can view course dates and venues online. For a group, tell us your location and how many people need training.
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