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We have fully researched the Childcare First Aid training requirements and you may view our summary below.
Registered Childminders 
  • Paediatric First Aid – 12 hours
  • In line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework ( EYFS) our course covers all topics required by Ofsted
Nanny, Au Pair & Babysitters 
  • Paediatric First Aid – 6 hours 
  • There is no set minimum that this course should take. Our syllabus meets the needs of the Voluntary part of the Ofsted Childcare Register, which many Nannies are now opting to join
Nursery or Pre - School
  • Paediatric First Aid – 12 hours
  • In line with the EYFS our course covers all topics required by Ofsted
School Staff Teaching & Support
  • Emergency First Aid for Schools - 6 hours 
  • In line with the guidance from The Department of Children, Schools and Families, this course is child orientated and suitable for all school staff who support First Aiders
Foundation Stage Teachers
  • Paediatric First Aid – 12 hours
  • The EYFS requires that at least one person in a school holds a twelve hour certificate in PFA. The EYFS guidance applies to those who deal with 4, 5 and rising 6 year old's
After School clubs
  • Emergency First Aid for Schools - 6 hours Or
  • Paediatric First Aid – 12 hours 
  • Ofsted will expect the course to be relevant to the age of the children. If under 5’s are present we recommend the 12 hour course

General Guidance

  • The guidance from Ofsted regularly highlights the need for the training to be relevant to the age of the child / children being cared for at your establishment. Please remember that changes occur often and the following Government websites are a good source of information:  www.ofsted.gov.uk | www.dfes.gov.uk
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