PALS instructor teaching pediatric advanced life support certification class

American Heart Association

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course

Advanced training for healthcare providers who care for critically ill infants and children. Covers recognition and treatment of pediatric respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiac arrest using evidence-based guidelines and team communication.

Availability is limited. Please contact us for current scheduling or upcoming options.

What you'll learn

Systematic approach to pediatric assessment
Recognition and management of respiratory distress and failure
Identification and treatment of shock in pediatric patients
Airway management for infants and children
Rhythm recognition and resuscitation team dynamics
Pediatric cardiac arrest algorithms
Case-based simulation and megacode scenarios

Who should take this?

PALS is designed for advanced providers who direct or participate in pediatric resuscitation.

PediatriciansPediatric Nurses & NPsEmergency Department StaffParamedics & Advanced EMTsPICU & NICU ProvidersFamily Medicine PhysiciansAnyone required to hold a current PALS card

Why train with us?

Small classes

Personalized attention from experienced instructors — not a crowded lecture hall.

Hands-on practice

Live demonstrations, guided skills practice, and immediate feedback from start to finish.

Supportive instructors

A welcoming environment where questions are encouraged and no one is left behind.

Same-day eCard

Receive your official AHA PALS Provider eCard the same day you successfully complete the course.

What to expect

01

Review of PALS algorithms and pediatric assessment with instructor guidance

02

Hands-on skills stations: airway management, rhythm recognition, and shock scenarios

03

Megacode simulation — lead or participate in a full pediatric resuscitation scenario

04

Written exam and skills evaluation to earn your AHA PALS Provider card

Choose your learning format

Both options result in the same official American Heart Association PALS certification. The difference is how the material is delivered.

In-Person Classroom

Traditional

Traditional, instructor-led course — fully hands-on from start to finish. Live demonstrations, guided practice, and immediate feedback throughout the day.

  • Full-day, instructor-led session
  • Live demonstrations and guided skills practice
  • Immediate feedback from your instructor
  • Best for first-time PALS candidates

Blended Learning (HeartCode)

HeartCode

Complete the cognitive portion online at your own pace, then attend a shorter in-person skills session with one of our instructors to demonstrate competency.

  • Self-paced online modules — complete on your schedule
  • Shorter in-person skills check session
  • Flexible for busy healthcare professionals
  • Same AHA certification as the classroom course

Scheduling & availability

PALS availability is limited. Please contact us to ask about current scheduling, upcoming class dates, or to arrange private group training for your team or facility.

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Get PALS certified with confidence

Small classes, experienced instructors, and a supportive environment — everything you need to earn your AHA PALS Provider card.