AHA PALS Certification

AHA PALS Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support provided by the American Heart Association

Same-Day Certification

Same-Day Certification

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What is CPR Training Labs AHA PALS Certification?

CPR Training Labs PALS is an innovative hybrid training program for American Heart Association PALS Provider certification that combines an adaptive online AHA Heartcode PALS course with an independent in-person skills assessment. This approach enables you to learn at home—at your own pace, with the online course duration ranging from over 4 hours for beginners to as little as 2 hours for experienced learners—and then validate your skills at our training center, ensuring you remain current with AHA standards for pediatric advanced life support. In addition, our program features virtual group review sessions led by experienced instructors multiple times a week to help you prepare effectively.

After finishing the online course, you’ll register for a one-hour, in-person skills assessment at our training center. Choose from two options for your hands-on session:

  • Virtual Instructor-Guided: Get real-time guidance as a remote instructor supports you through the session.
  • Self-Guided: Complete your skills assessment independently while a virtual instructor supervises and remains available for support.

Both options include performing essential hands-on skills, such as chest compressions and delivering breaths with a bag-valve mask on adult and/or infant manikins.

Intended Audience

The American Heart Association PALS Provider course is designed for healthcare professionals and students in pediatric critical care settings. This training equips you with the skills needed to provide lifesaving interventions to children facing respiratory emergencies, shock, or cardiac arrest.

Course Topics

  • BLS Review for Children and Infants: Refresh fundamental CPR techniques adjusted for pediatric patients.
  • Respiratory Emergencies: Identify and manage airway obstructions and other breathing difficulties.
  • Shock Management: Recognize and treat pediatric shock effectively.
  • ECG and Pharmacology Review: Understand pediatric cardiac rhythms and medication protocols.
  • PALS Systematic Approach: Learn a structured methodology for pediatric resuscitation.
  • Cardiac Arrest Management: Master practical strategies for handling pediatric cardiac emergencies.

Certification

Upon successfully completing both the online course and the hands-on skills assessment, you will receive a two-year American Heart Association PALS Provider eCard.

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How It Works

1

Sign Up and Choose Your Course:

Begin by creating an account on our portal and selecting the course or bundle that best fits your training needs.

2

Enroll and Complete the Online Training:

Access our adaptive online Heartcode training modules—learn at your own pace and build the theoretical foundation required for certification.

3

Schedule Your Skills Session:

Schedule an appointment at your nearest training center for your hands-on skills evaluation at a time that’s convenient for you.

4

Attend and Complete Your Hands-On Session:

Validate your skills through an independent, guided, or self-directed in-person assessment using our advanced training equipment.

5

Receive Your Certification

Upon successful completion of the skills session, you’ll immediately receive your official American Heart Association eCard, certifying you for two years

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The technology CPR Training Labs uses made a huge difference in my skills by providing more accurate measurementand clearer adjustments than I’d ever had before.
John D, Nurse Practitioner
The technology CPR Training Labs uses made a huge difference in my skills by providing more accurate measurementand clearer adjustments than I’d ever had before.
John D, Nurse Practitioner
The best CPR training experience I’ve ever had – simple guides, efficient exercises, and super accurate results reporting.
Rachel K, Registered Nurse
The training experience at CPR Training Labs exceeded my expectations. The blend of online learning modules, preparation videos, and interactive feedback sessions created a simple but comprehensive learning environment. The RQI system highlighted areas for improvement immediately, and I was able to practice my technique multiple times until I felt good, and until I got it exactly right. Thanks for making this training available!
Emily S., Home Health Nurse

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Fort Worth, 6940 River Park Circle, Fort Worth, Texas, 76116

Benbrook, 6100 Southwest Blvd Suite 200, Benbrook, Texas, 76109

Dallas, 5787 S Hampton Rd, Suite 43, Dallas, Texas, 75232

Carrollton, 1406 Halsey Way Suite 110, Carrollton, Texas, 75007

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What does the Virtual Instructor Guided PALS skills session look like?

During the Virtual Instructor Guided PALS session, a remote instructor offers real-time feedback as you perform pediatric emergency techniques on advanced manikins at our training center.

What’s the difference between the complete PALS package and the PALS skills-only option?

The complete PALS package includes the online Heartcode PALS course and an in-person skills assessment, while the skills-only option is for those who have completed the online course within the last year and already hold certification.

What is the Heartcode PALS course?

The Heartcode PALS course is an adaptive online training module that equips you with the necessary theoretical knowledge for pediatric advanced life support before you complete your in-person skills assessment.

Do I need to complete the Heartcode PALS course before scheduling a PALS skills session?

Yes, you must complete the online Heartcode PALS course prior to scheduling your hands-on skills assessment.

How long does it take to complete the complete PALS program?

The Heartcode PALS course typically takes between 4 to 6 hours for beginners—and as little as 2 hours for those experienced—followed by a one-hour hands-on skills session.

What is our PALS program?

Our PALS program is a hybrid training course for American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification. You complete the adaptive online AHA Heartcode PALS course at home, then attend a hands-on skills assessment at our training center.

When are PALS skills appointments offered?

PALS skills appointments are scheduled throughout the week during our training center hours, providing flexible options.

Is our PALS program approved by the American Heart Association (AHA)?

Yes, our PALS training is fully approved by the American Heart Association and meets all standards for Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider certification.

Can I complete my BLS, ACLS, and PALS training in the same skills session?

Yes, our training centers offer combined skills sessions where you can complete assessments for BLS, ACLS, and PALS in one visit, streamlining your certification process.