The STA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification is a one-day course designed for those who may be required to perform emergency first aid within a childcare workplace setting, in voluntary and community activities, or for personal interest and development. No previous experience is required, so learners can begin their training whenever needed.
The qualification covers a range of skills and procedures specific to child and infant casualties and focuses on managing emergency situations involving babies and young children.
The STA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is for individuals who work or intend to work in a childcare setting. This includes those who act as appointed emergency paediatric first aiders within their setting.
Learners who successfully complete this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to administer emergency paediatric first aid within the workplace, with skills that are transferable across a wide range of industries.
Learners may complete this qualification as a stepping stone to a career in first aid such as a first aid tutor, or to complement another role.
This qualification is suitable for a wide range of roles including:
The course is comprised of a mixture of theoretical technical knowledge and practical hands-on tasks to enhance the learner experience.
The Emergency Paediatric First Aid course covers a range of paediatric emergency first aid situations, including:
Training is delivered in line with current Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines and accepted first aid practice.
The STA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification is tutor-assessed through the completion of:
The qualification lasts for three years
Your course resource manual will act as a guide throughout the duration of your qualification so it is always there to refer back to if needed
We recommend that you attend an annual refresher to keep your knowledge up to date
This course carries a three-year validity period. Learners are encouraged to keep their knowledge and skills up to date through regular staff training. HSE strongly recommends first aiders undertake an annual refresher during any three-year certificate period.
To remain qualified, learners are required to complete a new STA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid course before the certificate expiry date.
Once you have gained your qualification, you may be appointed as a designated emergency paediatric first aider for your workplace.
You may wish to develop your knowledge and skills further by completing additional STA first aid qualifications or CPDs.
Alternatively, learners may wish to complete additional STA qualifications such as manual handling, fire marshal, lifesaving, swimming teaching and pool plant to support a career in the leisure industry.
To attend your course, you will need to meet the following requirements:
