Qualsafe Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

Introduction

This officially recognised and accredited qualification equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to respond confidently to emergency paediatric first aid situations. Designed for those responsible for the care of children, it prepares individuals to handle a wide variety of incidents that may occur in early years, childcare, or educational settings.

The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid is a nationally recognised qualification that aligns with the standards set by the Scottish Government and Care Inspectorate for early learning and childcare. It is ideally suited to:

• Individuals who hold a SCQF Level 6 or equivalent childcare qualification, have entered into an early years setting in Scotland, and wish to be counted within staff-to-child ratios in line with regulatory requirements.

• Parents, guardians, grandparents, or anyone involved in the care of infants and young children who want to develop key paediatric first aid skills to respond confidently to emergencies.

Please Note: This is a highly practical course, and participants must be physically able to move comfortably from standing to a floor position.

delegates will actively practise essential skills such as:

• CPR techniques tailored for infants and young children

• How to manage choking, bleeding, and unconsciousness

• Assessing emergency situations quickly and effectively

• Putting recovery positions into action

• Safe use of first aid equipment like defibrillators (AEDs)