Sharp Grossmont and Sharp Chula Vista employees are required to complete all American Heart Association (AHA) certifications in RQI at their facility. Please do not register for these in-person class dates below and contact your supervisor with questions.

This two-day course employs the Pediatric Advanced Life Support curriculum designed by the AHA.

The classroom, video-based, instructor-led course uses a series of simulated pediatric emergencies to reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to:

• Basic life support
• Effective resuscitation
• PALS treatment algorithms
• Pediatric assessment
• Team dynamics

The PALS Course is for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children.

Course Content

• 1- and 2-rescuer child CPR and AED use
• 1- and 2-rescuer infant CPR
• Cardiac, respiratory and shock case discussions and simulations
• Management of respiratory emergencies
• Resuscitation team concept
• Rhythm disturbances and electrical therapy
• Systematic Approach to Pediatric Assessment
• Vascular access

Upon successful completion of the class, students will receive an email the next business day with instructions on claiming their two-year Course Completion eCard through the AHA’s website. Paper cards will no longer be distributed at the class.

Registration for this class is required. Walk-ins will not be accepted. If you do not receive an email confirming your enrollment, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277).

What people are saying about our PALS Class:
“My instructor was amazing! (She) was very receptive towards students and emphasizes the take-home messages."