How long is the Paediatric First Aid course in London?

Our London Paediatric First Aid course runs over 2 days and covers 12 contact hours of training, split across infant and child first aid. Public dates are taught at our central London venue and on-site closed groups can be run as 2 consecutive days or split over 2 weeks to suit nursery and school rota patterns.

Does this course meet the EYFS paediatric first aid requirements?

Yes. The 12-hour 2-day course is built around the paediatric first aid requirements set out in the EYFS Statutory Framework, so a London nursery, pre-school or Ofsted-registered childminder can use it to evidence the qualification needed for their designated paediatric first aider. Certificates are issued in the trained adult's name and can be added directly to your safeguarding file or Ofsted evidence pack. Learners from the City and Canary Wharf and the wider London area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

How long is the paediatric first aid certificate valid for?

The certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. We email a reminder before expiry and recommend booking a short refresher each year in between full renewals to keep skills sharp for your London setting. Public London dates near Camden and King's Cross teams fill quickly — book early or request an in-house session for your Greater London team.

Who is this course suitable for?

It is suitable for anyone working with infants and children in London — nursery practitioners, room leaders and managers, Ofsted-registered childminders, nannies and maternity nurses, primary-school staff and TAs, holiday-camp and after-school-club leaders, SEN support staff and parents who want a structured course rather than a short awareness session. Learners from Stratford and the Olympic Park area and the wider London area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

How much does the Paediatric First Aid course cost in London?

Public seats at our central London venue and closed on-site groups across Greater London are priced per learner — current rates and discounts for multi-seat bookings are shown live on the booking page when you select a date. On-site closed groups are usually the most cost-effective route from 6 learners upwards.

Can you deliver this course at our London nursery or school?

Yes. We deliver closed on-site groups across the City of London, Canary Wharf, Westminster, the West End, Shoreditch, Stratford, Greenwich, Bromley, Croydon, Wembley, Ealing, Richmond and Heathrow. We bring infant and child manikins, AED trainers and all consumables — you provide a room large enough for floor practice and somewhere for the group to sit.

What topics are covered on the course?

Primary survey for babies and children, infant and child CPR, AED use, choking, the recovery position, an unresponsive casualty, bleeding control, shock, head and spinal injuries, burns and scalds, fractures, febrile convulsions, asthma attacks, anaphylaxis (including auto-injector use), meningitis recognition, diabetic emergencies and common childhood illnesses. Practical scenarios are tuned to London nursery and school environments. If your team is based around Stratford and the Olympic Park area or elsewhere in London, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

Is there written work or an exam?

There is no formal written exam. Learners are assessed continuously by the instructor across practical scenarios and short knowledge checks throughout the 2 days. Most paperwork is the registration form on day one and a short feedback form at the end — the certificate follows shortly after the course. Most of our paediatric first aid learners in London come from teams around Camden and King's Cross teams — book here and we'll run the session at a venue close by.

How do I get to your central London training venue?

Our London venue sits within a short walk of major Underground and Elizabeth-line stations and is reachable from the main rail termini, so staff can travel in from across Greater London, Essex, Kent, Surrey and the home counties. We share full directions, the nearest stations and parking notes in the joining instructions sent before the course.

Can a parent or nanny book on the course without working at a nursery?

Yes. The course is open to individual parents, grandparents, au pairs and private nannies in London — you do not need to be working in an EYFS setting to attend. The certificate you receive is the same as one issued to a nursery employee. Learners from Camden and King's Cross teams and the wider London area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

How quickly will I get my certificate after the course?

Digital certificates are normally issued within a few working days of the course finishing and emailed to the trained adult (and to your employer if you've given us their contact). Hard-copy certificates are available on request and posted to the address you provide. Public London dates near Camden and King's Cross teams fill quickly — book early or request an in-house session for your Greater London team.

What age range does the course cover?

The course covers care for infants (under 1 year) and children (1 year to the onset of puberty). It does not cover adult first aid — if your team also needs adult cover for office colleagues, look at our Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work London courses as a companion. Learners from Stratford and the Olympic Park area and the wider London area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Do you offer this course as a blended online / in-person option?

Yes — we can arrange a blended format where day one is delivered online via live video and day two is the practical, in-person assessment day at our London venue or your site. This is popular with multi-site London nursery groups who want to reduce travel time while keeping the practical skills assessed face-to-face.

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Master life-saving skills for early years settings with our comprehensive 12-hour Paediatric First Aid course in London. We provide essential training for childcare professionals across Westminster and Camden, ensuring your team is prepared for any emergency involving children. Our HSE-aligned sessions deliver the confidence needed to protect every child in your care.

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British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

Monday 15 June 2026

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL•Course ref: PFA-2671

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British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL

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Monday 29 June 2026

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL•Course ref: PFA-2943

Jul8Wed

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

British Red Cross · 5 Greenwich View Place, Canary Wharf Estate, London, E14 9NN

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

Wednesday 8 July 2026

British Red Cross · 5 Greenwich View Place, Canary Wharf Estate, London, E14 9NN•Course ref: PFA-3105

Jul13Mon

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

Monday 13 July 2026

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL•Course ref: PFA-3197

Jul21Tue

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL

Paediatric First Aid (PFA)

Tuesday 21 July 2026

British Red Cross · 44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL•Course ref: PFA-3417

Training venues in London

We run courses at the following venues. Parking, accessibility and transport details below.

Antoinette Hotel

249-263 The Broadway, London, SW19 1SD

Motorcycle Parking Bay (3 min walk), Wimbledon Leisure Centre and Spa parking (at the back of the centre) (4 min walk)

The Polka Theatre (Stop SW) (1 min walk), The Polka Theatre (1 min walk) · Wimbledon (13 min walk)

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Barking Enterprise Centre

50 Cambridge Road, London, IG11 8FG

Roycraft House Car Park (Permit Holders Only) (2 min walk), Linton Road Car Park (2 min walk)

Linton Road General Car Park (1 min walk), Barking Town Centre (Stop D) (3 min walk) · Barking (4 min walk)

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British Red Cross

44 Moorfields, London, EC2Y 9AL

Barbican Moor Lane Motorcycle Bay (3 min walk), Motorcycle parking (4 min walk)

Moorgate Station (1 min walk), Moorgate Station (Stop B) (2 min walk) · Moorgate (1 min walk)

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British Red Cross

5 Greenwich View Place, Canary Wharf Estate, London, E14 9NN

YourParkingSpace (4 min walk), NCP Seldon (8 min walk)

Crossharbour (6 min walk), Crossharbour Station (6 min walk) · Mudchute (13 min walk)

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Linden House

60 Upper Mall, London, W6 9TA

YourParkingSpace (1 min walk), Just Park at Linden House (1 min walk)

Ravenscourt Park tube station (15 min walk), Ravenscourt Park Station (Stop E) (15 min walk) · Kensington (Olympia) (40 min walk)

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First aid training across Greater London 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 London 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 London, 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 London?

Train across five real London venues with proper transport links rather than a single central address: the British Red Cross at 44 Moorfields (3 min Moorgate, 10 min Liverpool Street), the British Red Cross at Greenwich View Place E14 (Crossharbour DLR, 10 min Canary Wharf), Linden House on Upper Mall in Hammersmith W6, the Antoinette Hotel at Wimbledon SW19 (5 min Wimbledon station) and Barking Enterprise Centre IG11 (5 min Barking — District, Elizabeth, c2c and Overground). The British Red Cross sites in particular pick up the strong 'british red cross first aid training' search demand London employers already trust.

London's unparalleled economic diversity, from global finance to bustling tourism, creates a complex and demanding environment for workplace safety. The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 are a non-negotiable cornerstone of business operations, protecting millions of employees across the capital.

Getting here

Five venues across the four quadrants of London, each on a major rail/Tube node: Moorgate / Liverpool Street for the City, Crossharbour DLR for Canary Wharf, Hammersmith Tube (Piccadilly/District/H&C/Circle) for the west, Wimbledon (District/SWR/Tram) for the south and Barking (District/Elizabeth/c2c/Overground) for the east. The M25 ring connects every on-site delivery, with the M4, M1, M11 and A2/A20 corridors feeding into the venues.

Onsite & in-house training

Onsite first aid training in London — we come to your workplace

For larger teams in London’s thriving education and childcare sectors, we offer flexible on-site training that comes directly to your premises. Our trainers frequently travel via the M25 ring and major corridors like the M4, M1, and A2 to deliver private sessions at schools and holiday clubs from Bromley to Barking. This is an ideal solution for busy nurseries or professional business services offering crèche facilities, as it minimises travel time for your staff. By booking a group session, you can tailor the scenarios to your specific environment, ensuring your first aid provision is HSE-aligned and perfectly suited to the layout of your local facility.

Onsite first aid training across Greater London — 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

Group quote

From£350

per group · ex VAT

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Certificates issued on the day

Free, no-obligation · most quotes within 1 hr

Industries we train across London

Industries we train in

• Financial Services
• Professional and Business Services
• Technology
• Retail
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Creative Industries
• Government and Public Sector

Local employers we've worked with

• NHS (e.g. Barts Health, UCLH)
• Transport for London (TfL)
• Metropolitan Police
• HSBC
• PwC
• Deloitte
• Google
• BBC
• University of London
• City of London Corporation

About Paediatric First Aid training in London

This comprehensive two-day course provides 12 contact hours of intensive, hands-on learning, fully meeting the requirements of the EYFS Statutory Framework for childminders and early years practitioners. We cover essential life-saving techniques, including CPR for infants and children, managing choking, treating allergic reactions, and handling common childhood injuries. Held at five strategic hubs across the city—including Moorgate for the City, Hammersmith for the West End, and Wimbledon for South London—our venues are perfectly positioned near major Tube and rail nodes. This ensures easy access for commuters using the District, Elizabeth, and Piccadilly lines or the DLR at Crossharbour.

As a recognised training provider, we deliver HSE-aligned instruction that remains valid for 3 years. The course is an essential investment for staff at major London institutions, including those working within the Barts Health or UCLH networks, as well as private nannies and nursery managers throughout the Greater London area. By completing this training at one of our professional venues, such as Linden House in Hammersmith or the Antoinette Hotel in Wimbledon, you gain a certificate that demonstrates a serious commitment to the safety of the children in your care. This 12-hour syllabus ensures you remain compliant with national standards while gaining the peace of mind that comes from expert-led, local tuition.

Course overview — Paediatric First Aid

Specialized first aid training for children and infants

Duration

2 days (12 hours)

Certificate

3 years

Level

Level 3 / Professional

Class size

Maximum 12 learners

Assessment

7 practical assessments + 2 MCQ papers

Delivery

In-person

What you'll learn

Infant & Child CPR

Distinct techniques for under-1s and children, including AED use.

Choking in Infants & Children

Back blows and chest/abdominal thrusts adapted for age.

Unresponsive Casualty

Primary survey, recovery position and airway care for each age group.

Bleeding & Shock

Wound care, dressings and shock recognition in young casualties.

Burns, Scalds & Bites

Common childhood injuries and safe immediate care.

Head, Neck & Spinal Injury

Recognition and safe handling in nursery and playground settings.

Childhood Illnesses

Febrile seizures, meningitis, asthma, diabetes, anaphylaxis, croup.

Safeguarding Awareness

Recognising and recording concerns alongside first aid response.

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

Nursery and pre-school staff

Mandatory under the EYFS Statutory Framework for registered childcare.

Childminders

Required for Ofsted registration to care for children under 5.

School staff and TAs

Schools with EYFS provision must have paediatric-trained first aiders on site.

Au pairs and nannies

Industry-standard qualification for in-home childcare roles.

Parents and grandparents

Practical, reassuring skills for caring for babies and young children.

Sports coaches and youth workers

Age-appropriate first aid for clubs, holiday camps and youth groups.

Course syllabus

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London Paediatric First Aid — questions answered

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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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Why Train in London?

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Onsite first aid training in London — we come to your workplace

Industries we train across London

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About Paediatric First Aid training in London

Course overview — Paediatric First Aid

What you'll learn

What's included

Who it's for

Course syllabus

London Paediatric First Aid — questions answered

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Paediatric First Aid Course in London

Upcoming Dates

Training venues in London

Antoinette Hotel

Barking Enterprise Centre

British Red Cross

British Red Cross

Linden House

First aid training across Greater London and surrounding areas

Why Train in London?

Getting here

Onsite first aid training in London — we come to your workplace

Industries we train across London

Industries we train in

Local employers we've worked with

About Paediatric First Aid training in London

Course overview — Paediatric First Aid

What you'll learn

What's included

Who it's for

Course syllabus

Day 1 — Paediatric First Aid Essentials

Day 2 — Paediatric Injuries and Illnesses

London Paediatric First Aid — questions answered

How long is the Paediatric First Aid course in London?

Does this course meet the EYFS paediatric first aid requirements?

How long is the paediatric first aid certificate valid for?

Who is this course suitable for?

How much does the Paediatric First Aid course cost in London?

Can you deliver this course at our London nursery or school?

What topics are covered on the course?

Is there written work or an exam?

How do I get to your central London training venue?

Can a parent or nanny book on the course without working at a nursery?

How quickly will I get my certificate after the course?

What age range does the course cover?

Do you offer this course as a blended online / in-person option?

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