The LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) is a specialized qualification designed to equip caregivers, childcare professionals, and parents with the vital skills and knowledge needed to respond effectively to paediatric emergencies. This internationally recognized course focuses on the immediate care of infants and young children in emergency situations, helping learners act confidently to preserve life and prevent conditions from worsening.
The EPFA course emphasizes practical skills and real-world scenarios, covering essential topics such as CPR for babies and children, management of choking, bleeding, burns, and common childhood illnesses. Tailored to meet statutory requirements for early years childcare settings, this qualification ensures that learners are prepared to handle emergencies both at home and in professional environments.
Participants will learn how to assess emergency situations involving children, deliver critical first aid interventions, and communicate effectively with emergency services. The training also includes managing unconscious children, recognizing signs of illness, and providing appropriate care until professional help arrives. Upon completion, learners will be qualified to act confidently as emergency paediatric first aiders, enhancing safety and wellbeing in childcare settings and beyond.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
12
Qualification #
LICQ2200599
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200599-1 |
Principles of Paediatric First Aid |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200599-2 |
Assessing an Emergency in Children |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200599-3 |
CPR and Resuscitation for Infants and Children |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200599-4 |
Managing Paediatric Injuries and Illnesses |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200599-5 |
Responding to Medical Emergencies in Children |
1 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200599-6 |
Communication and Record Keeping in Paediatric First Aid |
1 |
6 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Principles of Paediatric First Aid
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a paediatric first aider.
- Explain the legal and ethical considerations in providing first aid to children.
- Recognize the importance of child safeguarding and welfare during first aid.
Unit 2: Assessing an Emergency in Children
- Conduct a safe and effective assessment of paediatric emergency situations.
- Identify signs and symptoms that require immediate first aid intervention.
- Prioritize treatment based on severity and urgency of the child’s condition.
Unit 3: CPR and Resuscitation for Infants and Children
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on infants and children following current guidelines.
- Demonstrate the correct use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) adapted for paediatric use.
- Recognize signs of cardiac arrest and respiratory failure in young patients.
Unit 4: Managing Paediatric Injuries and Illnesses
- Provide first aid for common paediatric injuries including choking, bleeding, burns, and fractures.
- Identify and respond appropriately to common childhood illnesses requiring first aid.
- Apply techniques to reduce pain and prevent further injury or complications.
Unit 5: Responding to Medical Emergencies in Children
- Recognize symptoms and manage medical emergencies such as seizures, allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and febrile convulsions.
- Administer first aid interventions effectively until professional medical help arrives.
- Monitor the child’s condition and communicate changes to emergency responders.
Unit 6: Communication and Record Keeping in Paediatric First Aid
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with children, parents, caregivers, and emergency services.
- Complete accurate and detailed incident records in compliance with data protection standards.
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding in first aid documentation.
This course is ideal for:
- Childcare professionals working in nurseries, preschools, and early years settings.
- Parents and guardians seeking vital first aid skills for child safety.
- Teachers and school staff responsible for student wellbeing.
- Healthcare assistants and paediatric support workers.
- Volunteers working with children in community or recreational programs.
- Nannies and babysitters looking to enhance emergency preparedness.
- Early years educators aiming to meet statutory first aid requirements.
- Social workers and child welfare officers involved in child safety.
- Anyone interested in gaining confidence to manage paediatric emergencies effectively.
- Professionals working in child-focused environments who want accredited first aid certification.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
