Course Overview
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) is a specialised professional qualification designed to develop essential knowledge of emergency first aid for infants and children. This internationally relevant diploma equips learners with a comprehensive understanding of how to recognise, assess, and respond appropriately to emergency situations involving young children, promoting safer childcare and educational environments.
The qualification is suitable for individuals working or aspiring to work in childcare, education, healthcare support, community services, and family care settings where the health, safety, and wellbeing of children are a primary responsibility. It provides a strong foundation in emergency preparedness and highlights the importance of delivering prompt and effective first aid while awaiting professional medical assistance.
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) supports both personal and professional development by enhancing emergency response awareness, strengthening safeguarding knowledge, and improving confidence in managing child-related emergencies. It also demonstrates a commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety in nurseries, schools, childcare centres, sports organisations, and other child-focused environments.
Whether you are starting a career in childcare or seeking to enhance your existing professional credentials, this diploma provides valuable, internationally relevant emergency paediatric first aid knowledge that promotes responsible childcare practices, supports child wellbeing, and contributes to improved emergency preparedness in a wide range of professional and community settings.
Course Structure
This qualification, the OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA), consists of 9 units.
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Here are the learning outcomes for each study unit:
Introduction to Emergency Paediatric First Aid and Legal Framework (2 Hours)
- Understand the fundamental principles of paediatric first aid in emergency situations
- Recognise the legal responsibilities and ethical considerations when providing first aid to children
- Identify the role and duties of a paediatric first aider in various care settings
Assessing Paediatric Emergencies and Incident Management (3 Hours)
- Conduct rapid and accurate assessments of paediatric emergencies
- Apply effective communication and coordination techniques during incidents
- Implement structured approaches to ensure child safety and prevent further harm
Primary Survey, Casualty Assessment, and Recovery Position for Infants and Children (3 Hours)
- Perform systematic primary surveys tailored to infants and children
- Accurately assess consciousness, breathing, and circulation in paediatric casualties
- Demonstrate correct application of the recovery position for different age groups
Paediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use (5 Hours)
- Execute age-appropriate CPR techniques for infants and children
- Operate AED devices safely and effectively in paediatric emergencies
- Integrate CPR and AED use into a coordinated emergency response
Management of Unconscious Infants and Children (4 Hours)
- Identify causes and symptoms of unconsciousness in paediatric casualties
- Provide safe airway management for unconscious children
- Apply appropriate monitoring techniques to ensure continued stability
Control of Bleeding, Wound Care, and Shock Management in Children (4 Hours)
- Apply effective bleeding control methods suitable for paediatric patients
- Perform proper wound cleaning, dressing, and protection techniques
- Recognise and manage signs of shock in children promptly and effectively
First Aid for Burns, Scalds, and Thermal Injuries in Paediatric Cases (3 Hours)
- Identify different types and severities of burns and scalds in children
- Provide immediate and appropriate first aid for thermal injuries
- Implement measures to prevent infection and promote recovery
Managing Fractures, Sprains, and Soft Tissue Injuries in Children (3 Hours)
- Recognise symptoms of fractures, sprains, and soft tissue injuries
- Apply safe immobilisation and support techniques for injured limbs
- Reduce risk of further injury through effective handling and positioning
Response to Paediatric Medical Emergencies: Asthma, Seizures, and Severe Allergic Reactions (3 Hours)
- Recognise signs and symptoms of common paediatric medical emergencies
- Provide immediate first aid interventions for asthma attacks, seizures, and anaphylaxis
- Support ongoing care while awaiting professional medical assistance
Certification Benefits
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) equips learners with essential knowledge to respond confidently to emergency situations involving infants and children while promoting safer childcare and educational environments.
- Develops a strong understanding of emergency paediatric first aid principles.
- Enhances confidence in responding to child and infant emergencies.
- Promotes safer childcare, education, and community care environments.
- Improves awareness of emergency response procedures for young children.
- Supports professional development in childcare, education, and healthcare support roles.
- Demonstrates a commitment to child safety, safeguarding, and wellbeing.
- Enhances employability across childcare, education, healthcare, and community care sectors.
- Provides valuable Continuing Professional Development opportunities.
- Strengthens knowledge of health, safety, and emergency preparedness.
- Develops transferable emergency response skills for real-life situations.
- Supports responsible caregiving and professional practice.
- Offers an internationally relevant qualification that enhances professional credibility.
Course Eligibility
Learners should meet the following entry requirements:
Course Fee
140k PKR / 375GBP / 500 USD