PALS TRAINING
Pediatric Advanced Life Support for Healthcare Professionals
PALS Training for Healthcare Professionals
NIEMT provides Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training for healthcare professionals who respond to emergencies involving infants and children. PALS training focuses on early recognition, assessment and intervention for pediatric respiratory, cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary emergencies.
We Come to You
NIEMT provides PALS group training at your healthcare facility, EMS agency or organization. We do not currently operate a public classroom location for individually scheduled PALS classes.
Minimum of 6 participants required for an on-site class.Who Should Take PALS?
PALS is intended for healthcare professionals who participate in the assessment and management of respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies involving infants and children.
Pediatric Nurses
Nurses caring for infants and children in pediatric, emergency, acute-care and critical-care environments.
Physicians
Physicians involved in pediatric emergency, critical-care or acute clinical care.
Paramedics
Advanced prehospital professionals who may respond to serious pediatric medical emergencies.
Emergency Department Teams
Clinical professionals who assess and manage pediatric emergencies in emergency-care environments.
Respiratory Professionals
Professionals who participate in pediatric airway, ventilation and respiratory emergency management.
Critical Care Teams
Healthcare teams involved in the management of seriously ill or injured pediatric patients.
What PALS Training Covers
PALS training emphasizes systematic pediatric assessment, early intervention and coordinated team response during life-threatening pediatric emergencies.
PALS Training Options
NIEMT offers instructor-led and blended-learning options for organizations that need PALS training for their teams.
Instructor-Led PALS
An NIEMT instructor comes to your location to conduct the PALS course with your group, including instruction, hands-on practice, pediatric scenarios and required skills evaluation.
HeartCode PALS + Skills
Participants complete the appropriate online HeartCode PALS coursework and then complete the required hands-on skills session with NIEMT.
On-Site Training Made Easy
Keep your healthcare team at your location while NIEMT brings the PALS training to you.
NIEMT Provides
- Qualified PALS instructor(s)
- Pediatric CPR training manikins
- AED training equipment
- Required course training equipment
- Hands-on pediatric scenario practice
- Skills evaluation
- Course administration and certification processing
Your Organization Provides
- A suitable classroom or training space
- A minimum of 6 participants
- Tables and chairs appropriate for the course
- A contact person to coordinate scheduling
- Access to the training area before class for setup
Scheduling an On-Site PALS Class
Pediatric Emergency Training at Your Location
NIEMT works with hospitals, healthcare facilities, EMS agencies, medical practices and other organizations to coordinate PALS training for their clinical teams.
A minimum of 6 participants is required to schedule an on-site PALS class.
For larger groups, NIEMT can help determine the appropriate class structure, instructor staffing and schedule. Daytime, evening and weekend scheduling may be available based on instructor availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come to NIEMT for a PALS class?
NIEMT does not currently operate a public classroom location for individually scheduled PALS courses. Our group classes are conducted on-site at the requesting organization's facility.
How many participants are required?
A minimum of 6 participants is required to schedule an on-site PALS class.
Do you offer HeartCode PALS skills sessions?
Yes. HeartCode PALS blended-learning options are available. Participants complete the appropriate online coursework and then complete the required hands-on skills session with NIEMT.
Does NIEMT provide the training equipment?
Yes. NIEMT provides the equipment needed for the scheduled course. Your organization provides a suitable training area for the class.
Can NIEMT train a larger healthcare team?
Yes. Contact NIEMT with your approximate group size and scheduling needs. We can help determine the appropriate training structure and instructor staffing.
Are evening or weekend classes available?
Evening and weekend scheduling may be available based on instructor availability.
Schedule PALS Training for Your Team
Have 6 or more healthcare professionals who need PALS training? Contact NIEMT with your group size, location and preferred dates. We'll work with you to coordinate an on-site class for your team.