Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Course Description

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a video-based, Instructor-led, advanced course, that focuses on a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation and team dynamics to improve the quality of care provided to seriously ill or injured children, resulting in improved outcomes. The course also includes a series of case scenario practices with simulations that reinforce important concepts. 

Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).

We follow the 2020 American Health Association Guidelines for CPR & ECC. These guidelines are based on the most current and comprehensive review of resuscitation science, systems, protocols, and education. 

Pre-requisite for the course:

  • Valid BLS license (Minimum requirement)
  • Valid ACLS license 

What does this course teach?

This course aims to improve outcomes for pediatric patients by preparing healthcare providers to effectively recognize and intervene in patients with respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest by using high‐performance team dynamics and high‐quality individual skills. 

Course Duration: 2 days course (13-15hours)

Learning Objectives:

  • Perform high-quality Child CPR AED and Infant CPR per AHA BLS recommendations.
  • Differentiate between patients who do and do not require immediate intervention.
  • Recognize cardiopulmonary arrest early and begin CPR within 10 seconds.
  • Apply Team Dynamics.
  • Differentiate between Respiratory Distress and Failure
  • Perform early interventions for Respiratory Distress and Failure.
  • Differentiate between Compensated and Decompensated (hypotensive) Shock
  • Perform early interventions for the treatment of shock
  • Differentiate between Unstable and Stable patients with Arrhythmias.
  • Describe clinical characteristics of instability in patients with Arrhythmias.
  • Implement Post-Cardiac Arrest Management.

Teaching Methodology:

  • Skills are taught using AHA’s research-proven Practice-While-Watching technique, which allows instructors to observe, provide feedback and guide the acquisition of skills.
  • Ideal for professionals who prefer group interaction and feedback from an instructor while learning skills.
  • Each person receives the highest quality course material, access provided online to supplement their e-learning (Following current COVID-19 protocols).
  • Skills practice and testing during the course to ensure competency while performing skills.

Target Audience:

All health care providers who respond to emergencies in Children and Infants including:

  • Physicians
  • School Doctors
  • Emergency Department or Critical Care Nurses 
  • Pediatric Nurses
  • School Nurses
  • Paramedics
  • Emergency Medical Technicians
  • Respiratory Therapists

Certification:

  • Certification from the American Heart Association provided via email
  • Certificate of Course completion provided by Eduscope International
  • CME points are accredited by the Dubai Health Authority, provided after course completion by Eduscope International

Accreditation & Licenses:

  • American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services (DCAS)
  • Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
  • Accredited by Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Approved by MOH, DHCR and HAAD

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