Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Course Overview

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical understanding of advanced paediatric emergency care skills required to respond effectively to life-threatening situations involving infants and children. The qualification focuses on paediatric assessment, emergency response, airway management, CPR techniques, and life-saving interventions to help improve outcomes in critical situations.

This course is ideal for healthcare professionals, first responders, carers, and individuals who want to develop advanced life support skills specifically focused on paediatric care.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Understand the principles of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Recognise and respond to paediatric respiratory and cardiac emergencies

Apply structured paediatric assessment and emergency management

Perform high-quality CPR on infants and children

Understand airway management and ventilation techniques

Identify and manage choking and life-threatening situations

Develop confidence in responding to paediatric emergency scenarios

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Develop advanced paediatric life-saving skills
• Respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies involving children
• Improve confidence in performing CPR and airway management
• Provide safe and effective emergency support until advanced help arrives

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Healthcare Professionals
• Nurses and Paramedics
• Emergency Care Staff
• Childcare and Paediatric Care Providers
• Parents, Guardians, and Carers
• Anyone interested in paediatric emergency response skills

No prior experience is required, although basic life support knowledge may be beneficial.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Paediatric Assessment and Emergency Recognition

Infant and Child CPR Techniques

Airway Management and Ventilation Support

Managing Respiratory and Cardiac Emergencies

Choking Management and Emergency Interventions

Teamwork and Effective Emergency Response

Course Delivery

The course is delivered fully online through structured modules, interactive learning materials, and practical demonstrations. Learners can study at their own pace using laptop, tablet, or smartphone, supported by 24/7 learning assistance.

Key Features

• Accredited by CPD
• Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Developed by qualified professionals in the field
• Self-paced learning and device-friendly access
• 24/7 Learning Assistance
• Discounts on bulk purchases

Sneak Peek

Preview selected lessons and course materials from the Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course before enrolling.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment which learners must pass to complete the training. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing immediate results. There is no limit on the number of retakes, and all assessment costs are included in the course fee.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course, learners will receive:

• An instant Digital CPD Certificate
• An optional Printed Certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99)

Certificates do not expire; however, annual refresher training is recommended to stay up to date with current emergency care guidelines and best practices.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course, are fully CPD accredited, helping learners build recognised skills and confidence in paediatric emergency care.

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