Paediatric BLS focuses on life support differences for infants and children - essential where your learners are not adults.
Used by paediatric wards, children’s community services, some dental/oral surgery teams, and settings that want clinical BLS beyond EYFS PFA.
What is Paediatric Basic Life Support (BLS)?
Infant and child CPR, choking algorithms, and AED considerations for younger casualties, taught to current paediatric resuscitation guidance.
Typical duration: Often a few hours; longer if combined with adult BLS
Certificate life: Provider and employer policy dependent
Who usually needs this training?
- Paediatric and child health teams
- Services supporting children with complex needs
- Mixed adult/paediatric clinical environments
Your options when arranging paediatric BLS training
Delivery choices:
- Paediatric-only session
- Combined adult + paediatric BLS day
- In-situ simulation on the ward or clinic
What to look for in a paediatric BLS trainer or training company
- Infant and child manikins as standard
- Trainer comfortable with clinical paediatric audiences
- Up-to-date paediatric algorithms
Early years settings needing EYFS compliance should still book full PFA where required - paediatric BLS is a different product.
Authoritative guidance
Check primary sources before you buy - FlexMed helps you hire trainers, but course requirements come from regulators, statutory frameworks and professional bodies:
How FlexMed helps you find the right trainer
FlexMed is a UK marketplace that connects organisations with freelance trainers and training companies. Instead of cold-calling providers or waiting on generic quote forms, you can post what you need once and compare responses from people who already deliver paediatric BLS.
- Create a free organisation account - register as a client organisation if you need training delivered for your staff, or as a training company if you need freelance trainer cover for a course you already run.
- Post a clear request or job - include the course type (Paediatric Basic Life Support (BLS)), date(s), postcode area, headcount, venue type, and whether you need equipment supplied.
- Review profiles and credentials - check bios, verification documents, equipment flags, and ratings before you award.
- Compare quotes and message - ask about awarding organisation, assessment method, blended learning options, and what is included in the price.
Trainers and providers looking for work can also browse open jobs on FlexMed.
Practical tips before you book
- Complete a first-aid / training needs assessment so you book the right level - not just the cheapest day course. The HSE first aid needs assessment guidance is the usual starting point for workplaces.
- Confirm whether you need regulated qualifications, in-date certificates, or specific awarding bodies for your sector.
- Share access details, parking, and any learner needs early so the session runs smoothly.
- Ask who issues the certificates and how quickly learners receive them after assessment.
Describe your clinical context on FlexMed to attract paediatric BLS trainers with the right kit and experience.