The PALS provider course will provide you with the opportunity to practice and train in dynamic role-playing situations that mirror real life and that will help you in your role as a healthcare provider. You will be introduced to a wide range of life-threatening, all-hands-on-deck scenarios involving pediatric patients experiencing respiratory emergencies, shock and cardiopulmonary arrest in which you apply a systematic approach that includes the evaluate-identify-intervene sequence. The goal is to strengthen your ability to recognize, intervene, communicate and work effectively as a critical member of a healthcare team.
Heart & Stroke’s PALS program, based on the 2020 Guidelines, provides hands-on learning that builds on your Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, teaches you when and how to use the latest treatment recommendations for your patients, and takes your skills as an advanced healthcare provider to the next level.
Intended Audience:
PALS is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of respiratory and/or cardiovascular emergencies and cardiopulmonary arrest in pediatric patients. This includes but is not limited to: physicians, physician assistants, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, registered respiratory therapists, dentists, dental assistants.
Course information:
Through didactic instruction and active participation in simulated cases, students will enhance their skills and participate in simulations which involve high-quality CPR, high-performance team dynamics and communication, and a systematic approach to pediatric assessment that includes the evaluate-identify-intervene sequence. You will be able to reinforce concepts, undertake skills practice, receive coaching and correction, and refine your abilities before final testing.
Registration Sites:
- To register for PALS courses, follow these links:
- PALS Full Course – 2 days - register on this site
- PALS Renewal Course – 1 day - register at https://cvent.me/xErR9Z
Heart and Stroke Information:
- Please ensure you have a Heart and Stroke account.
- Please do not create a duplicate account. If you have taken a BLS Provider course through Heart and Stroke in the past, then you already have an account – you do not need to create another one.
- If you do not have an account, please follow this link and create one. https://resuscitation.heartandstroke.ca.
- If you are having difficulties, please contact rsc@heartandstroke.ca or call 1-877-473-0333.
PALS Pre-Course Self-Assessment Test Information:
- Prior to your course date please complete the PALS Pre-Course Self-Assessment test. A successful score of 70% or greater is mandatory.
- The following is the link to the pretest. You can click on the link below or copy the link onto your browser. Next, scroll down to the prerequisite section and click on the PALS pre-course self-assessment link. You will be prompted to log in to your account. https://cpr.heartandstroke.ca/s/article/Course-PALS-Provider?language=en_US
- You must have a valid Heart & Stroke BLS Provider course within the last 12 months prior to taking the course.
Course Material Information:
Please note: PALS materials are not included in the course fee.
Required Materials:
- Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Manual.
- 2025 Handbook of Emergency Cardiovascular Care for Healthcare Providers. (optional).
For SickKids Staff:
- If you need to borrow a manual email hospital.library@sickkids.ca.
- Please send your request now to ensure you receive the manual in time for your course.
- You can also purchase materials from Heart and Stroke portal
Additional Information
Attendance Guidelines
- Please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to start time.
- Attendance for the full two days duration is mandatory.
- Due to the volume of material this session covers, we will not be able accept late arrivals.
- Late arrivals and those not participating for the full 2 day day duration will be asked to reschedule at their own expense.
