For settings that need both workplace and paediatric first aid cover. Our combined courses award two separate RLSS UK Level 3 certificates through one streamlined course, reducing duplication where adult and paediatric first aid content overlaps.
Combined first aid courses are designed for settings where first aiders need to be confident supporting both adults and children — schools, nurseries, childcare settings, sports clubs, leisure centres, community organisations and activity providers who may be responsible for both adults and children in the same setting.
Overlapping adult and paediatric first aid content is taught once where appropriate, helping your team train efficiently while still working towards two separate Ofqual-regulated certificates. This does not reduce the depth of learning — it removes unnecessary repetition.
Both certificates are awarded on successful completion and assessment. Both are Ofqual-regulated RLSS UK Level 3 qualifications, valid 3 years from assessment. Minimum age: 16 years old at time of assessment. Delivered by suitably qualified Bluewatch Training instructors at your setting or an agreed venue across Yorkshire and the East Riding, subject to suitable space, learner numbers and course requirements.
Two separate RLSS UK Level 3 certificates awarded on successful completion and assessment of a single streamlined course.
Emergency Paediatric First Aid and Emergency First Aid at Work delivered together in one streamlined emergency first aid course — usually 7 hours of course content, delivered in one day or split into smaller sessions where permitted by current RLSS UK requirements. Two RLSS UK Level 3 certificates are awarded on successful completion and assessment.
Full Paediatric First Aid and First Aid at Work combined into a single three-day course, including practical and theory elements with assessment against both qualification requirements. Two RLSS UK Level 3 certificates are awarded on successful completion and assessment.
Combined EPFA & EFAW — 1 Day
Often suitable where the setting needs emergency adult workplace first aid and emergency paediatric first aid. Subject to the needs assessment and statutory requirements for each element.
Combined PFA & FAW — 3 Days
Often suitable where the setting needs full workplace first aid and full paediatric first aid — for example, settings with higher workplace risk and EYFS or childcare requirements for full PFA.
Not sure? Tell us your setting type, staff roles, age groups, risk level, outings and existing first aid cover and we can help you compare options before booking.
Help me choose the right courseWorkplace first aid requirements depend on the employer’s first-aid needs assessment. Paediatric first aid requirements depend on the setting, age groups, staff roles, ratios, outings, statutory duties, insurance and internal policies.
Bluewatch Training can help you compare course options, but each organisation remains responsible for ensuring its first aid provision is suitable for its own setting and regulatory requirements.
Discuss your requirementsCombined courses are especially useful where staff may be responsible for both adults and children in the same setting, or where the organisation needs workplace and paediatric first aid provision.
Schools and academies
Nurseries and childminders
Childcare settings
Sports clubs and leisure centres
Community organisations
Holiday clubs, activity providers and youth organisations
Each organisation should confirm that the combined course selected is appropriate for their setting, staff roles and statutory requirements. Bluewatch Training can discuss this before booking.
Prefer individual qualifications? We offer all courses separately — EFAW, FAW, EPFA and PFA. View all Bluewatch Training courses →
| Combined course | Best suited to | Certificates awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Combined EPFA & EFAW 1 day / usually 7 hours |
Settings needing emergency adult workplace first aid and emergency paediatric first aid, where the needs assessment and statutory requirements allow both at the emergency level | Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) + Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) |
| Combined PFA & FAW 3 days |
Settings needing full workplace first aid and full paediatric first aid — for example, higher-risk workplaces, leisure settings, schools, childcare providers or organisations where EYFS / Ofsted arrangements require full PFA | First Aid at Work (FAW) + Paediatric First Aid (PFA) |
This is a guide only. The right option depends on your workplace first-aid needs assessment, child age groups, staff roles, EYFS / Ofsted requirements, outings, risk level and internal policies.
Combined first aid training does not replace
Safeguarding policies, medication policies, allergy management plans, accident reporting systems, emergency procedures, risk assessments, supervision arrangements or setting-specific responsibilities.
Organisations remain responsible for ensuring the right number and type of first aiders are available across opening hours, rooms, activities, outings, shifts and public-facing operations. Learners should contact Bluewatch Training in advance if they have accessibility needs, medical considerations or concerns about taking part in practical elements.
Combined courses may not be suitable where the selected combined course does not match the employer’s first-aid needs assessment, EYFS / Ofsted requirements, staff roles, ratios, outings, insurance or internal policies. For schools, nurseries, leisure venues and activity providers, combined courses can reduce staff training disruption while still supporting separate workplace and paediatric first aid certificate requirements, where the selected course is appropriate for the setting. Combined first aid enquiries are welcome from schools, nurseries, sports clubs, leisure venues, childcare providers and activity organisations across East Yorkshire and the Yorkshire coast, including Bridlington, Filey, Scarborough and Whitby.
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Tell us your organisation type, number of learners, age groups you work with, whether you need emergency or full paediatric cover, and your preferred dates or venue. We can help you compare the combined course options and confirm which is most suitable for your setting.