Forest School First Aid with Paediatric First Aid – Devon and Cornwall

Our two-day Forest School First Aid course is designed for Forest School Leaders, outdoor educators, schools, nurseries and practitioners responsible for children in outdoor environments.

The course combines practical outdoor first aid with formally assessed adult, child and infant first aid. Training is delivered through realistic scenarios, developing the confidence to manage emergencies in woodland and outdoor locations where professional assistance may be delayed.

£190 • Two Days • 16 Guided Learning Hours • Two Certificates • Devon and Cornwall

Two Separate First Aid Certificates

Successful learners receive two nationally recognised certificates:

• QNUK Level 3 Award in Forest School First Aid (RQF)

• QNUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

Both qualifications are regulated and valid for three years.

The Paediatric First Aid qualification meets the training requirements set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, making it suitable for early-years practitioners who require a full Paediatric First Aid qualification.

All outdoor, adult, child and infant skills are formally assessed during the course. There is no need to attend a separate Paediatric First Aid course.

Does It Meet Forest School First Aid Requirements?

Yes. The course provides 16 hours of practical training covering outdoor incident management and first aid for adults, children and infants.

It has been developed with reference to Institute for Outdoor Learning guidance and includes the outdoor and paediatric elements required by Forest School practitioners.

Employers and settings should always ensure that their selected training meets their own first-aid needs assessment and organisational requirements.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Forest School Leaders and assistants

• Outdoor learning practitioners

• Teachers and teaching assistants

• Nursery and early-years staff

• Childminders

• Woodland activity leaders

• Holiday-club staff

• Scout and youth-group leaders

• Anyone responsible for children during outdoor activities

What Does the Course Cover?

Training includes:

• Outdoor and Forest School incident management

• Adult, child and infant casualty assessment

• Adult, child and infant CPR

• AED use and choking

• Unconscious casualties

• Major bleeding and shock

• Burns, fractures and head injuries

• Asthma, anaphylaxis and seizures

• Childhood illnesses and injuries

• Hypothermia, heat illness, bites and stings

• Managing casualties when professional help is delayed

Training is practical and scenario-based, helping learners develop the confidence to apply their skills in genuine outdoor emergencies.

Course Locations

Scheduled courses are delivered at:

• Princetown, Dartmoor, Devon

• Tomperrow Scout Campsite, near Truro, Cornwall

On-site group training is also available for schools, nurseries, Forest Schools and outdoor organisations throughout Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West.

Selecting the Correct Ticket

Forest School First Aid courses run alongside our scheduled 16-Hour Outdoor First Aid courses.

All learners participate in the shared outdoor training and practical scenarios. Forest School learners also complete the required adult, child and infant teaching and formal assessments.

When booking, select:

Forest School First Aid + Paediatric First Aid

Do not select the standard Outdoor First Aid ticket if you require Forest School and Paediatric First Aid certification.