This Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course is designed for healthcare professionals who respond to emergencies in infants and children. The course teaches a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, treatment of cardiopulmonary emergencies, and effective resuscitation team dynamics.

Course Overview: Students will learn to recognize respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest in pediatric patients and provide appropriate interventions. The course emphasizes early recognition of pediatric emergencies to prevent arrest, high-quality CPR, and coordinated team-based care. Through case-based scenarios and hands-on practice, participants develop critical thinking skills essential for managing pediatric emergencies.

Key Learning Components:

• Systematic approach to pediatric assessment and recognition of emergency situations

• Pediatric basic life support techniques for infants and children

• PALS treatment algorithms for cardiac arrest and emergency situations

• Effective resuscitation team dynamics and communication

• Management of respiratory emergencies and shock in pediatric patients

• Post-cardiac arrest care considerations for children

Course Materials: Each student receives access to the PALS Provider Manual eBook, a comprehensive digital resource that serves as both a learning tool and ongoing clinical reference. Updated with the latest evidence from the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care, the eBook includes the PALS Digital Reference Card for quick access to algorithms and critical information during pediatric emergencies.

Target Audience:

• Pediatric healthcare providers (physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists)

• Emergency department personnel

• Paramedics and EMS providers

• Critical care professionals working with children

• Other healthcare providers who may encounter pediatric emergencies

Prerequisites: Current BLS Provider certification

Certification: Upon successful completion, students receive an American Heart Association PALS Provider course completion card, valid for two years.

Note: Students should verify with their Training Center that this digital format meets their specific training requirements.