Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

(QRN – 603/4119/1)                                                                   Fee £5

 

Qualification Overview

The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is aimed at learners working in Childcare settings and for those with responsibility for caring for infants and children who are wishing to become a paediatric first- aider. The aim of the Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) is to develop learner’s knowledge, understanding and skills of paediatric first aid specifically in providing first aid for an infant or child who is unresponsive and breathing normally, head and spinal injuries, an infant or child who has sustained an electric shock and how to complete records relating to illness, injuries and emergencies.

Qualification Structure

In order to achieve the Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) learners must complete the two mandatory units.

Learner Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification.

Progression Routes

Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:

• Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)
• Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
• Focus Awards Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF)

Age Ranges

Entry is at the discretion of the centre; however, learners should be at least 16 years old to undertake this qualification.

Geographical Coverage

This qualification is available in England.

Qualification Specification

To view the Qualification Specification please click here.