Paediatric First Aid (PFA)
The complete paediatric first aid qualification for childcare professionals — EYFS compliant, Qualsafe-accredited, delivered on-site across England and Wales.
About this course
The Paediatric First Aid (PFA) qualification is required by many childcare regulations, including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. It equips childcare professionals with the knowledge and practical confidence to manage paediatric emergencies in children and infants.
Ofsted inspections check for PFA compliance in registered childcare settings, so maintaining current certificates is essential.
What you'll learn
- Paediatric CPR — infants and children
- AED use with paediatric pads
- Choking in children and infants
- Anaphylaxis recognition and adrenaline auto-injector use
- Seizure management in children
- Unconscious casualty management
- Bleeding and wound care
- Burns and scalds in children
- Meningitis recognition
- Diabetic emergencies
- Febrile seizures
- Safe moving and handling of children
- Communicating with parents and emergency services
Who this course is for
PFA is required by many childcare regulations including the EYFS framework. It suits anyone working in early years settings.
- Nursery practitioners and managers
- Registered childminders
- Teaching assistants in primary and early years
- After-school club staff
- Foster carers
- Anyone working in EYFS settings requiring PFA compliance
Delivery & assessment
Two days (12 GLH) mixing tutor-led instruction with practical assessment using child and infant manikins. Maximum class size is 12 learners per trainer.
Your certificate
Qualsafe Awards PFA certificate, Level 3 RQF, EYFS compliant and valid for three years.
Frequently asked questions
Is this EYFS compliant?
Yes, our PFA course fully meets EYFS requirements.
What's the difference between PFA and EPFA?
PFA is 2 days (the full qualification). EPFA is 1 day covering critical emergencies only. EPFA assessments count toward PFA.
Do I need any prior training?
No prior training is required.
Ready to book Paediatric First Aid training?
Tell us what you need and we'll send a fixed, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.