Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Introduction

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is designed for healthcare providers who manage emergencies involving infants and children. This includes professionals in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. Upon successful completion, participants receive a PALS Course Completion Card, valid for two years.

PALS focuses on:

• A systematic approach to pediatric assessment.
• Effective resuscitation and management of pediatric emergencies includes respiratory and circulatory emergencies.
• PALS treatment algorithms for different arrythmias and team dynamics.

Course Content

• High-quality Child CPR AED and Infant CPR
• Recognition of patients who do and do not require immediate intervention
• Recognition of cardiopulmonary arrest early and application of CPR within 10 seconds
• Apply team dynamics
• Differentiation between respiratory distress and failure
• Early interventions for respiratory distress and failure
• Differentiation between compensated and decompensated (hypotensive) shock
• Early interventions for the treatment of shock
• Differentiation between unstable and stable patients with arrhythmias
• Clinical characteristics of instability in patients with arrhythmias
• Post–cardiac arrest management

Training methods

PALS is available in two training methods:

• Blended Learning: Combines online coursework with in-person skills sessions, offering flexibility and convenience.
• Classroom Training: Traditional instructor-led sessions providing hands-on practice and immediate feedback.

Why Choose AHA Courses?

• Recognized globally for high-quality training.
• Evidence-based curriculum reflecting the latest guidelines.
• Enhances critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.

Assessment

• Theory exam consists of 50 MCQs
• Practical assessment

Certificate

Candidates successfully completed the course requirement will get the eCard from American heart Association

Validity of Certificate

Two years from the date of course completion

Renewal

Renewal of the course is permitted as per the guidelines