PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Training & Certification Classes
PALS certification training helps healthcare professionals prepare for pediatric emergencies in clinical and high-acuity care settings. Whether you are taking the course for the first time or need to renew your certification, PALS classes support providers who care for infants and children and need advanced emergency response training.
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Who is the American Heart Association PALS Certification Class for?
PALS classes are designed for healthcare professionals who care for infants and children in emergency or high-acuity settings.
Classes are available in and around Sacramento (Gold River) and Modesto. This PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification is recommended for medical professionals such as:
- Physicians
- Pharmacists
- Nurses
- LVN’s (Licensed Vocational Nurses)
- Paramedics
- EMT’s (Emergency Medical Technicians)
- Dental Professionals
- Respiratory Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- Physician’s Assistants
- Medical or Nursing Students
Benefits of Training with ProCPR
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Build Confidence To Manage Pediatric Emergencies
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Focused, Hands-on Learning In A Small Group Setting
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One Day Class, Up To 12 Hours
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Same-day AHA Digital Certifications
What is PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)?
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a specialized course that teaches providers how to assess and respond to serious emergencies in infants and children. The training builds on BLS and covers pediatric resuscitation, airway management, team-based care, and treatment algorithms for critical events such as respiratory emergencies, cardiac arrest, and shock.
The course is taught in a hands-on, simulated clinical setting so students can practice through case-based scenarios.
FAQ’s
What is PALS certification training?
PALS certification training is advanced pediatric emergency training for healthcare providers who need to recognize and manage life-threatening emergencies in infants and children.
How do I get PALS certified?
To get PALS certified, register for a PALS course, attend the class, successfully complete the required training, and receive your course completion card.
What is the cost of a PALS certification course?
PALS certification course cost varies by location, class format, and training center. Please check the registration page for current pricing.
What is the difference between PALS and BLS?
BLS covers foundational life support skills such as CPR, AED use, and choking response. PALS is an advanced course for healthcare providers that focuses on pediatric assessment, airway management, shock, cardiac and respiratory emergencies, medications, and team-based resuscitation for infants and children.
What is the difference between PALS and ACLS for healthcare providers?
PALS focuses on emergency care and resuscitation for infants and children, while ACLS focuses on advanced cardiovascular emergency care for adults.
What is the American Heart Association PALS Provider Course?
ProCPR offers the American Heart Association PALS Provider Course for healthcare professionals who need advanced pediatric life support training. As an authorized AHA training site, ProCPR provides PALS certification and teaches the skills covered in the PALS course, including pediatric assessment, airway management, team response, and evidence-based care for infants and children.
What are PALS certification requirements for nurses?
PALS requirements for nurses vary by employer and clinical role, but many employers require or prefer PALS for nurses working with infants and children in emergency, critical care, or other pediatric-focused settings.
How does a PALS renewal course work?
A PALS renewal course helps providers maintain current certification by reviewing pediatric assessment, treatment algorithms, emergency response, and team dynamics.
What is covered in a PALS class?
A PALS class covers pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation, team dynamics, advanced respiratory emergencies, airway management, recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest, shock emergencies, and medication administration.
What are the prerequisites for a PALS class?
PALS Precourse work: https://elearning.heart.org/course/427
You must receive a score of 70% or higher for the precourse work to be considered completed. You are welcome to take the course as many times as needed to pass.
All students are required to print and bring the Certificate of Completion AND the Self-Assessment score page to class with them.
How long does PALS certification last?
American Heart Association course completion cards are typically valid for two years.
Is there a PALS algorithms study guide?
Students usually prepare for PALS by reviewing course materials and key pediatric emergency algorithms before class.
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PALS in Sacramento / Gold River
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| Friday, October 23, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Register Now |
| Friday, December 11, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Register Now |
PALS in Modesto
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| Friday, November 13, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Register Now |
| Tuesday, December 8, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Register Now |
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