Emergency Paediatric First Aid 6 Hour Level 3 (VTQ) - EPFA

Unit 1: Emergency Paediatric First Aid

1. Understand the role and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider 

• 1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider 
• 1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others 
• 1.3 Differentiate between an infant and a child for the purposes of first aid 

2. Be able to assess an emergency situation safely

• 2.1 Conduct a scene survey 
• 2.2 Conduct a primary survey on an infant and a child 
• 2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary 

3. Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are unresponsive

• 3.1 Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) 
• 3.2 Demonstrate CPR using an infant and a child manikin 
• 3.3 Justify when to place an infant or a child into the recovery position 
• 3.4 Demonstrate how to place an infant and a child into the recovery position 
• 3.5 Demonstrate continual monitoring of breathing for and infant and a child whilst they are in the recovery position 
• 3.6 Identify how to administer first aid to an infant or a child who is experiencing a seizure 

4. Be able to provide first aid for an infant and a child who are choking

• 4.1 Identify when choking is: Mild or Severe 
• 4.2 Demonstrate how to administer first aid to an infant and a child who is choking 

5. Be able to provide first aid to an infant or a child with external bleeding

• 5.1 Identify the severity of external bleeding for an infant and a child 
• 5.2 Demonstrate how to administer first aid to an infant or a child with external bleeding 

6. Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child who is suffering from shock

• 6.1 Recognise when an infant or a child is suffering from shock 
• 6.2 Identify how to administer first aid to an infant or a child who is suffering from shock 

7. Know how to provide first aid to an infant or a child with bites, stings and minor injuries

• 7.1 Identify how to administer first aid for: • Bites • Stings • Small cuts • Grazes • Bumps and bruises • Small splinters • Nosebleeds 

Who should do this Course?

The Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) course can be attended by anyone for any reason they like.

However, is relevant to those who fall under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework such as nursery workers, nannies and childminders who work with infants and children from birth to the age of 5 years.

Additionally, teachers and school nurses who work with children and teenagers upto the age of 18 years.

If you have any question regarding your requirements get in touch though our Contact Us  page.

How long is the Course?

This course is delivered over a period of 1 day and requires 6 hours contact time of training.

How can the Training be Delivered?

We only offer this course as Classroom Course.

How long does the Qualification last?

The Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) qualification lasts for 3 years.

In addition, we strongly recommended that the Paediatric First Aid Annual Refresher  course is completed on the annual anniversary of the qualification.

What do I need to do to stay Qualified?

It is strongly recommended by the HSE that a Paediatric First Aid Annual Refresher course is completed on the annual anniversary of the qualification.

Furthermore, once the 3 years have elapsed, the complete EPFA course will need to be completed again.

Who do we work with?

We work alongside ProTrainings to deliver Regulated Training, e-Learning and other Additional Training packages.

What is a Combined Course?

Some first aid courses offer the option to combine or overlap them, especially when they share similar curriculum.

For instance, consider a scenario where a First Aid at Work Course spans over 3 consecutive days to obtain the qualification. However, individuals seeking only the Emergency First Aid at Work certification can attend day 1 of the course to achieve the EFAW qualification.

Additionally, we also offer combined Paediatric First Aid courses, which may extend the training time slightly.

It’s important to note that the report and finish times of the course details during the booking process will accurately reflect any combined training.

When will I receive my Certificate?

Certificates as standard are digitally sent via email.

However, this can take up to 3 working days after course completion.

CPD Hours

This course includes 10.0 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD), although the duration for online completion may be less.

The content of this course, along with all others offered, has been independently certified to comply with universally recognized CPD standards. Each course comes with a Certified CPD Statement, a Certificate, and for online courses, an Evidence-Based Learning statement.