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CPR Certification Labs AHA PALS Certification 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 come for an in-person skills assessment at one of our training centers.
Your in-person skills course will be guided by our voice-enabled manikin technology, providing the most accurate feedback possible on your compression, breathing, and team skills techniques for children and infants.
A live, virtually connected instructor is always available if you need help, and they can guide you through any part of the process.
The adaptive course adjusts to your level of expertise—the skills module typically takes 30 minutes for experienced learners or up to 45 minutes for beginners.
Our process guarantees you will pass, and includes our money-back guarantee policy.
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.
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.
Begin by selecting the AHA CPR Certification course or bundle that best fits your training needs.
Learn at your own pace and build the theoretical foundation required for certification.
Come to the Lab location you selected for your hands-on skills evaluation using our advanced voice-enabled, AHA-approved manikins. Most people complete the session in under an hour.
Pass your skills check and get your AHA Certification eCard the same day. If you have difficulties, our AHA Instructors are available to guarantee you pass!
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Your certificate or eCard will be available in your RQI account after completing both online course and skill test.
PALS certification is highly recommended for healthcare providers who work with children and infants, including those in emergency response, intensive care, and critical care units. This includes physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals involved in the emergency treatment of pediatric patients. It's particularly important for those who may be called upon to manage life-threatening situations in children
The complete PALS package includes the online course + skills test. While the skills-only option is for those who have already completed the Heartcode PALS online course and are just needing the skill test.
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.
Yes, you must complete the online Heartcode PALS course prior to scheduling your hands-on skills assessment.
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.
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.
PALS skills appointments are scheduled throughout the week during our training center hours, providing flexible options. Most centers are open 24/7, but you should check the hours of the center closest to you. PALS skills appointments typically take less than an hour, and we have classes starting every hour.
Yes, our PALS training is fully approved by the American Heart Association and meets all standards for Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider certification.
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.
American Heart Association certifications are valid for two years. We recommend periodic refresher courses to ensure your skills remain current and effective.
All equipment is provided in the testing facility. You just need to prepare your log in information on the day of your skill test.
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Choose the course(s) you need to continue. You'll pick a time for your hands-on session in the next step.
🔔 Save $50 when you register for all three courses: BLS, ACLS, and PALS!The Healthcare Provider Bundle is the most convenient and cost-effective way to get certified.You’ll complete all hands-on skills training in one easy session, saving time and simplifying your schedule—plus, you’ll get a discounted rate for bundling.
