Paediatric First Aid Training (0-18years)

This course is of particular interest to all childcare workers and families

Welcome to Paediatric first aid training.

This course is designed to give you the theoretical knowledge of First Aid skills to support during first aid emergencies when a child or infant become ill or injured.

This course is also an excellent First Aid Training package for parents and child carers to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace. It also serves as a superb resource for those with English as a Second Language to equip them with the vocabulary and language skills and for all to refresh this vital knowledge on a regular basis.

First aid is probably one of the most essential life skills that everyone should have, but not every is like you and protective and are apart to embark on a journey in learning these skills.

The knowledge of first aid can literally be the difference between life and death when an emergency occurs.

The course consists of videos that encourage you to practice the skills you are learning. But would always encourage you to back up the knowledge you are learning on this e learning course by attending a practical course in your local area.

There are numerous handouts you can download and keep for future reference as well as short tests to check your learning after various sections.

We will keep you entertained and engaged throughout and will always be on hand to help answer any questions you have - just email info@emtfirstaid.com or use the Q&A section. The course is fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices.

You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and on completion you will be able to print your Certificate.

• Course contents:

  • First aid kit

  • The role of the first aider

  • Managing an emergency and where to obtain help

  • Communication and casualty care

  • Treatment of an unconscious casualty

  • Resuscitation (Child, infant and adult protocols)

  • Anaphylaxis

  • Spinal injuries

  • Choking (Child, infant and adult protocols)

  • Asthma and diabetic emergencies

  • Head injuries

  • Extremes of hot and cold

  • Shock

  • Drowning

  • Seizures

  • Bleeding

  • Burns

  • Sprains, strains and fractures

  • Poisoning, bites and stings

  • Foreign objects

  • Eye injuries

  • Childhood conditions (e.g. meningitis and croup)

  • Sickle cell anaemia.

EMT First Aid provides this course for guidance and it is not in any way a substitute for medical advice. EMT First Aid is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made, or actions taken based on this course. We strongly recommend that you attend a practical First Aid course to understand what to do in a medical emergency.

Please be aware that the information is correct at the time of filming February 2026 and relates only to UK Resuscitation and First Aid guidelines. If you are outside the UK please refer to your countries guidelines and governing board.