Paediatric First Aid Refresher
Refresh your paediatric first aid skills and stay compliant with Ofsted and EYFS requirements by completing the Paediatric First Aid Refresher Course, a Level 3 RQF-accredited qualification awarded by Qualsafe.
This refresher training is essential for those working in nurseries, schools, and childcare settings who need to renew their qualification before expiry.
Designed for individuals who previously completed the full 2-day Paediatric First Aid course, this refresher ensures your knowledge is current and your skills remain effective in responding to emergencies involving babies and children.
What Is the Paediatric First Aid Refresher Course?
The Paediatric First Aid Refresher is a condensed course for learners whose original Level 3 Paediatric First Aid certificate is due to expire.
Accredited by Qualsafe Awards and aligned with the EYFS statutory framework, it covers essential paediatric first aid topics while updating learners on any changes in best practices or legislation.
This course helps childcare professionals maintain compliance with Ofsted and workplace safety regulations, ensuring they are ready to act confidently in the event of a paediatric emergency.
Who Needs This Refresher Training?
This course is ideal for:
- Nursery workers, childminders and early years staff
- Teaching assistants and school-based childcare staff
- After-school and holiday club staff
- Nannies, au pairs, and foster carers
- Anyone with an existing Paediatric First Aid (Level 3 RQF) certificate nearing expiry
You must have previously completed the full 2-day course to be eligible for this refresher.
If your certificate has already expired, you will need to retake the full course.
Course Content – What You’ll Revisit
The Paediatric First Aid Refresher reviews key areas of the original course and ensures participants can:
- Administer CPR to infants and children
- Use an AED and place a casualty in the recovery position
- Respond to choking incidents
- Recognise signs of anaphylaxis, asthma, epilepsy, and meningitis
- Treat wounds, bleeding, burns, and head injuries
- Respond to fractures, allergic reactions, and shock
- Safely handle poisons, bites, stings, and high/low temperatures
- Understand and follow correct reporting procedures
The refresher also includes any updated guidance relevant to current legislation or health and safety procedures in early years and childcare settings.
⏱️ Course Duration, Certification & Validity
- Duration: 1 Day
- Accreditation: Level 3 RQF Paediatric First Aid (Qualsafe) – Refresher
- Assessment: Ongoing trainer observation + short theory test
- Validity: 3 Years
- Renewal: You must complete a refresher before your certificate expires
Where Can I Take the Course?
Classroom-Based Refresher Training
Available at our training centres in Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Nottingham, and Doncaster. Delivered by experienced trainers who specialise in childcare and early years environments.
🏠 On-Site at Your Nursery or School
If you have a group of staff needing refresher training, we can deliver this course on-site at your nursery, school, or setting — anywhere across the UK.
Perfect for INSET days and group compliance.
Benefits of the Paediatric First Aid Refresher
- Maintain Ofsted and EYFS compliance
- Refresh confidence in dealing with child emergencies
- Ensure your first aid response is in line with current best practices
- Stay qualified without retaking the full 2-day course
- Convenient delivery options for individual or group learners
- Fully accredited by Qualsafe Awards (RQF Level 3)
Book Your Paediatric First Aid Refresher Today
Don’t let your qualification lapse — stay compliant and ready with the Paediatric First Aid Refresher Course.
Available across the UK with flexible dates and locations.
- Classroom and on-site delivery options available
Call: 0121 240 0375
Email: [email protected]
Spread the cost: Klarna available at checkout.
Group booking support available.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I take this refresher online?
No — this course includes practical assessments and must be delivered in person at a classroom or your workplace.
What happens if my paediatric first aid certificate expires?
If your certificate expires before you attend a refresher, you must complete the full 2-day Paediatric First Aid course again to regain compliance.
How often do I need to refresh my training?
Every 3 years. The EYFS framework and Ofsted require that paediatric first aid certificates are valid and up to date.
Is this course accredited?
Yes — it’s a Level 3 RQF qualification awarded by Qualsafe, one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations for first aid.
