Pediatric Advanced Life Support

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certification

Advanced life support training specifically designed for pediatric emergency care

Course Overview

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is designed for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children. This course builds on the foundation of lifesaving BLS skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR and team dynamics.

PALS focuses on the systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation, and team dynamics. The course is designed to improve the quality of care provided to seriously ill or injured children, resulting in improved outcomes.

Learning Objectives

Recognize and manage respiratory distress and failure in pediatric patients

Recognize and manage shock in pediatric patients

Recognize and manage cardiac arrest in pediatric patients

Demonstrate effective communication as a member or leader of a resuscitation team

Apply the systematic approach to pediatric assessment

Understand the differences between adult and pediatric resuscitation

Perform high-quality pediatric CPR and use AED appropriately

Who Should Attend

Pediatricians and pediatric residents

Emergency medicine physicians

Pediatric nurses and nurse practitioners

Paramedics and emergency medical technicians

Pediatric intensive care specialists

Family medicine physicians

Healthcare providers caring for children in emergency settings

Course Content

Pediatric assessment and systematic approach

Respiratory distress and failure management

Shock recognition and management

Cardiac arrest management in children

Pediatric advanced airway management

Pediatric pharmacology and medication dosing

Team dynamics in pediatric resuscitation

Prerequisites

Current BLS certification required

Healthcare professional status

Experience caring for pediatric patients

Basic ECG interpretation skills

Minimum age: 18 years old

Previous PALS experience recommended

Course Details

Duration

14 hours (2 days)

Certificate Validity

2 years

Class Size

Max 12 students

Location

Lagos Training Center

Rating

4.8/5.0

Course Fee

₦60,000 (approx)

Includes course materials and certification

Approximate cost, may vary by session or location.

Book This Course

Upcoming Sessions

March 20-21, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

8 spots available

April 10-11, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

10 spots available

April 25-26, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

6 spots available