Paediatric First Aid Course in Edinburgh
Gain the vital skills needed to protect children with our comprehensive 12-hour paediatric training in Edinburgh. Perfectly suited for nurseries near the university or childminders in Leith, this course ensures your team remains fully compliant with EYFS standards. Our HSE-aligned instruction builds the confidence required to handle any medical emergency involving infants or children.
Upcoming Dates
Same Paediatric First Aid in Edinburgh — pick a date that suits you.
Paediatric First Aid (PFA)
Paediatric First Aid (PFA)
Tuesday 11 August 2026
Paediatric First Aid (PFA)
Paediatric First Aid (PFA)
Monday 9 November 2026
Training venues in Edinburgh
British Red Cross Centre
6 Redheughs Rigg, South Gyle, Edinburgh, EH12 9DQ
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First aid training across Greater Edinburgh and surrounding areas
Our trainers run public Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aid at Work, Paediatric First Aid and Mental Health First Aid courses at central Edinburgh venues throughout the year — with on-site delivery available anywhere across the wider region. Whether you're booking a single seat or training a whole team, you'll get a practical, HSE-aligned session led by an experienced instructor.
We support employers, schools, nurseries, charities and event organisers right across Greater Edinburgh, from city-centre offices to industrial sites on the outskirts. On-site team training keeps your people in their own environment, cuts travel time to zero and works out significantly cheaper per person than sending staff to public courses — ideal for groups of six or more.
Why Train in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh's economy spans Scotland's financial services heartland, a world-renowned tourism and festival sector, major universities, NHS Lothian, and growing logistics hubs around Edinburgh Airport and the M8. Choosing a local EFAW provider means your first-aid training reflects the real risks your staff face — whether that's a medical emergency in a busy Princes Street hotel, an incident at a university laboratory, or a workplace accident at a warehouse near the Gyle. Our trainers know the city and the Lothians, delivering recognised, practical courses that keep your organisation compliant and your people confident.
As Scotland capital, Edinburgh has a prestigious, service-led economy centred on finance, tourism and a rapidly growing tech sector. Under UK law, all employers have a legal duty to provide for the immediate care of staff, making first-aid training a vital part of business in the city.
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Getting here
Our Edinburgh training centre is located at 6 Redheughs Rigg, EH12 9DQ, in the South Gyle area just west of the city centre and close to Edinburgh Airport. The nearest train station is South Gyle, a 15-minute walk away, with regular services to Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket, and Glasgow Queen Street. Edinburgh Trams stop at Gyle Centre, an 11-minute walk from the venue, providing a direct link to the city centre and the airport. Local bus services run along Redheughs Avenue, just 6 minutes away on foot. For drivers, the venue is easily accessed from the M8 (J1), the A720 City Bypass, and the A90, with paid parking available nearby via YourParkingSpace and at the HSBC car park. Delegates travelling from Livingston, Glasgow, or Fife will find the South Gyle location particularly convenient.
Onsite first aid training in Edinburgh — we come to your workplace
We offer flexible training solutions tailored to the needs of Edinburgh's diverse childcare landscape. For larger teams, such as those at major schools or council-run facilities, we provide on-site training across the city and nearby towns like Livingston and Penicuik. Our dedicated South Gyle training centre at 6 Redheughs Rigg is perfectly positioned for those commuting from Fife or Glasgow, with excellent tram and rail links. Hosting a private session at your own premises allows us to tailor the scenarios to your specific environment, ensuring your staff feel confident managing risks in their own familiar setting, from the historic streets of the New Town to the modern developments in Dunfermline.
- Onsite first aid training across Greater Edinburgh — trainer travels to your workplace
- In-house EFAW (1-day) or First Aid at Work (3-day) courses, 4–12 learners per session — most cost-effective from 6+
- Evening, weekend and INSET-day delivery available — minimal disruption to your team
- One fixed price — includes trainer, manikins, AED trainers and HSE-aligned certificates
per group · ex VAT
- Certified trainer on-site
- Manikins, AED trainers & PPE
- Certificates issued on the day
Free, no-obligation · most quotes within 1 hr
Industries we train across Edinburgh
Industries we train in
- • Financial Services
- • Tourism and Hospitality
- • Technology and Software
- • Higher Education and Research
- • Public Administration
- • Life Sciences
Local employers we've worked with
- • Scottish Government
- • NatWest Group (formerly RBS)
- • Baillie Gifford
- • University of Edinburgh
- • NHS Lothian
- • City of Edinburgh Council
- • Standard Life Aberdeen (abrdn)
- • Skyscanner
- • Cirrus Logic
About Paediatric First Aid training in Edinburgh
This two-day Paediatric First Aid programme is the gold standard for anyone working with children, including nannies, childminders, and staff in holiday clubs or nurseries. Spanning 12 contact hours, the course covers a wide range of critical topics such as CPR for infants and children, managing choking, treating burns, and responding to sudden illnesses like meningitis or febrile convulsions. As a recognised training provider, our curriculum is strictly HSE-aligned and designed to satisfy the requirements of the EYFS Statutory Framework for children aged 0 to 8 years. Each delegate will receive a certificate valid for three years upon successful completion of the course.
Our Edinburgh venue is a prime location for professional development, situated just West of the city centre with easy access via the M8 and the A720 City Bypass. We regularly welcome attendees from major local employers and public administration sectors who require reliable, high-specification training that meets national safety recommendations. By choosing an HSE-aligned provider, you ensure that your childcare setting—whether it's an independent nursery in the West End or a large-scale facility in South Gyle—remains a safe and secure environment for the children in your care.
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Course overview
Course overview — Paediatric First Aid
Specialized first aid training for children and infants
What you'll learn
What's included
- Qualified instructor with paediatric experience
- Infant, child & adult manikins
- EYFS-compliant 3-year certificate
- Course manual
- Small class sizes (maximum 12 learners)
- Same-day digital certificate where possible, with a printable PDF to follow
- Free re-sit if you don't pass first time
Who it's for
Course syllabus
Edinburgh Paediatric First Aid — questions answered
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Reviewed by the Brity Training Team
Our training content is reviewed by experienced first aid instructors and training specialists to ensure accuracy, relevance and alignment with current workplace first aid guidance, the Resuscitation Council UK 2025 Guidelines and HSE L74 first aid regulations.
Last reviewed: June 2026
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