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Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA)

Ideal for schools, nurseries, wraparound care and anyone responsible for infants and children requiring emergency first aid training.

1-day qualification
EYFS-compliant training
Certificate valid 3 years
Blended learning available

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Flexible Training Options

Choose face-to-face training at your setting or reduce classroom time with blended learning options

Flexible dates
Friendly, expert trainers
Training tailored to your setting

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What you'll learn

Infant and child CPR
Using the recovery position
Choking management
Managing unconscious casualties
Seizures and febrile convulsions

Q: Is Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) training mandatory?
A: EPFA training may be suitable for some schools, wraparound care providers and childcare settings where a full Paediatric First Aid qualification is not required. We can help advise which course best suits your setting and responsibilities.

Q: How long is an EPFA certificate valid?
A: EPFA certificates are valid for 3 years. Annual refresher training is strongly recommended to help maintain confidence and practical skills.

Q: Do you offer blended EPFA training?
A: Yes. Learners can complete part of the theory online before attending a practical classroom session with an instructor.

Q: Can you deliver EPFA training on-site?
A: Absolutely. We regularly deliver training at schools, nurseries and childcare settings for groups and teams.

Q: Do learners receive certificates
A: Yes. All learners receive a certificate valid for 3 years upon successful completion of the course.

FAQs
Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA)

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The Emergency Paediatric First Aid course is a 1-day qualification designed for people responsible for the care of infants and children.

Learners gain the practical skills and confidence needed to respond to common paediatric emergencies, including CPR, choking and managing unwell children.

Training meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework for emergency paediatric first aid training.

We can help you choose the right training based on your workplace, team size and level of risk.
Contact us for guidance.

or visit the HSE website

On-site first aid training delivered at your workplace with practical, face-to-face courses for team
On-site first aid training delivered at your workplace with practical, face-to-face courses for team
Public first aid courses with flexible booking for individuals and small workplace teams.
Public first aid courses with flexible booking for individuals and small workplace teams.
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Course Overview
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Course infographic showing a 1-day first aid course, face-to-face or blended delivery, a cert

Bleeding and shock
Burns and scalds
Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Minor injuries and illness
Emergency action planning

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Who Is This Course For?

Nursery and preschool staff
School staff
Childminders
Wraparound care teams
Activity and sports leaders
Parents and carers

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Not sure what course you need?

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This course is suitable for anyone responsible for infants and children, including:

Learner wearing a choking training vest during a practical first aid training course.
Learner wearing a choking training vest during a practical first aid training course.
Infant CPR: Learner practising infant CPR on a baby manikin during paediatric first aid training
Infant CPR: Learner practising infant CPR on a baby manikin during paediatric first aid training
First aid instructor demonstrating life-saving techniques to learners during practical training
First aid instructor demonstrating life-saving techniques to learners during practical training
Learners practising practical first aid skills under the guidance of an instructor
Learners practising practical first aid skills under the guidance of an instructor
Learners practising adult CPR and AED skills on training manikins during a first aid course.
Learners practising adult CPR and AED skills on training manikins during a first aid course.
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group of women with projector behind them showing EPFA title presentation
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a woman with a manikin perform the correct treatment for a choking casualty

Book your EPFA course today

Let's GO!

On-site first aid training delivered at your venue for up to 12 learners.
On-site first aid training delivered at your venue for up to 12 learners.
Open first aid courses at local venues for individuals and small groups.
Open first aid courses at local venues for individuals and small groups.
Blended first aid training combining online learning with practical classroom training.
Blended first aid training combining online learning with practical classroom training.

Ready to GO!?

If you have any questions, get in touch today.

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GO! First Aid is a CITB Training Provider Network Approved Member.GO! First Aid is a CITB Training Provider Network Approved Member.
GO! First Aid is a registered member of FAIB, The First Aid Industry Body.GO! First Aid is a registered member of FAIB, The First Aid Industry Body.
GO! First Aid is recognised by the Federation of First Aid Training Organisations (FOFATO).GO! First Aid is recognised by the Federation of First Aid Training Organisations (FOFATO).

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