AHA-Approved Training

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification

Initial, Renewal, and Skills-Only (HeartCode) options. Same-day AHA eCard on successful skills testing.

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  • AHA Certified
  • Same-day eCard
  • Valid 2 Years
  • Blended or In-Person
Instructor and student practicing PALS skills during class

PALS Certification Classes

PALS Course Notes

Pediatric Advanced Life Support for emergency and critical-care teams who treat infants and children. Build on BLS to master systematic pediatric assessment, respiratory & shock management, algorithms, team dynamics, and post-resuscitation care. Same-day AHA eCard upon completion.

What You’ll Learn in PALS

  • Systematic pediatric assessment & decision-making
  • Recognition & management of respiratory failure and shock
  • PALS algorithms for brady/tachy rhythms, cardiac arrest & post-ROSC care
  • Airway management, ventilation, defibrillation, and pediatric dosing
  • Team roles, communication, and closed-loop feedback in resuscitation
  • Scenario-based megacode practice for infants & children

PALS Frequently Asked Questions

PALS Provider (Initial) is for first-time students or those with long-expired cards. You’ll cover pediatric assessment, respiratory/shock management, arrhythmias, arrest algorithms, and team-based scenarios with a hands-on skills test. After passing, you’ll receive a same-day AHA PALS eCard valid for 2 years. See PALS course options.
Choose Renewal if you currently hold (or recently held, if your employer allows) a valid AHA PALS card. If your card is long expired or you’re new to PALS, book the Initial course. Many employers also require a current BLS card alongside PALS—check your policy or ask us.
This is the in-person skills check after completing the AHA HeartCode PALS online module. Bring your completion certificate to your scheduled skills session for same-day PALS certification.
AHA PALS Provider eCards are valid for 2 years from the issue date. Most hospitals and EMS agencies accept AHA. When it’s time to renew, choose PALS Renewal.
If you’re current (or recently expired and your employer permits), book PALS Renewal. New to PALS, long-expired, or switching from a non-AHA card? Book PALS Provider (Initial).
Bring a photo ID and wear comfortable clothing for skills practice. The AHA requires access to the PALS Provider Manual and completion of the Precourse Self-Assessment (details in your confirmation email). If you need accommodations, let us know.
Yes—many locations offer evening/weekend options and we often open last-minute seats. Check dates in the PALS options above or view all training locations. For teams, explore Onsite Training.
PALS is common for pediatrics, PICU/NICU, ED, anesthesia, transport, and prehospital roles caring for infants and children. Many employers also require a current BLS card. When in doubt, confirm with your employer or ask us.
Yes—AHA eLearning (HeartCode) lets you do coursework online for PALS, then attend a short, in-person skills session to earn your eCard. Start with the PALS e-Learning course or see all online options.
You can reschedule up to 48 hours before class at no charge. No-shows are non-refundable. For details, see our Terms & Conditions or contact us.

Which PALS course do I need?

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Have you completed the AHA HeartCode PALS online module?
If you finished HeartCode online and have the completion certificate, you'll need an in-person skills check. Learn about HeartCode PALS.
Do you currently hold a valid or recently expired AHA PALS card, and does your employer allow renewal?

Find a Training Location

We run PALS classes at multiple training centers and partner sites. Pick a location to see details—or book directly from the options above.

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Group & Onsite PALS Training

We come to your hospital, clinic, school, or workplace. Same-day AHA eCards upon successful skills testing.

  • We come to you—minimal downtime for your team
  • Evening/weekend availability
  • Volume pricing & multi-course bundles (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
  • AHA-certified instructors & equipment provided
  • Blended or fully in-person formats
  • Same-day AHA eCards • 2-year validity
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What students say about our PALS classes

Real feedback from PICU/ED nurses, residents, EMS, and healthcare students who trained with us.

“PALS finally felt doable. The pediatric assessment triangle + rhythm review made our scenarios click, and I left confident for the megacode.”
— Amara T., NICU RN
“HeartCode PALS skills session was smooth—great coaching on dosing (Broselow) and communicating with parents during emergencies.”
— Jordan P., School Nurse
“Loved the airway and respiratory distress stations—clear, hands-on practice that mirrors what we see with kids.”
— Marcus B., Pediatric RT
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Instructor Pathway

Become a Certified PALS Instructor

Passionate about helping others manage pediatric emergencies? The PALS Instructor pathway prepares you to train providers in recognizing and responding to critical situations in infants and children. GEAR UP with CPR gives you the tools, mentorship, and AHA guidance needed to lead life-saving pediatric courses with confidence.

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Ready to book your PALS class?

Initial, Renewal, and HeartCode skills sessions. Same-day AHA eCard on success.

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