Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
Training & Certification
For both basic and advanced healthcare providers who work around pediatric patients frequently, PEARS focuses heavily on learning the pediatric assessment triangle and systematic approach to identify and stabilize various medical emergencies.
The AHA PEARS Course is a specialized training program designed to equip healthcare providers with the essential skills to assess, recognize, and stabilize pediatric patients in emergency situations. Developed by the American Heart Association, this comprehensive course focuses on improving pediatric assessment and intervention techniques, empowering participants to become heroes for children in critical need. Upon completion of this course, student will receive a PEARS certification from the AHA that is valid for 2 years.
Course Details
This is what you will learn about in a PEARS class
- Key signs and symptoms for strokes and heart attacks.
- The BLS Survey.
- CPR for Adult, Child and Infant.
- Various techniques of providing ventilations.
- AED operations and precautions.
- Choking identification and management.
- Team dynamics.
Who should take this class?
This course is recommended for, but not limited to, the following types of professions:
- Doctors
- PA's
- Nurses, CNA's, MA's
- EMT's and Paramedics
- Respiratory therapists
Our class registration process is simple.
Our PEARS class is offered in traditional classroom format seen below. Check out our FAQ section below if you have questions or give us a call!
PEARS class
This course has no pre-requisites or pre-course self assessment.
We don’t regularly schedule PEARS classes as of right now.
To register, select “Register” in the box below. Complete the registration and call us to schedule your class.
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Looking for a group class?
If you have a group of people who need to take this class, you have the option to book a private group session with us.
The class can be held at our office or at yours!
Questions about PEARS?
PEARS stands for Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization. It is an AHA course designed for healthcare providers who infrequently see critically ill pediatric patients.
PEARS is designed for healthcare providers such as nurses, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who may be involved in the care of pediatric patients in emergency situations.
PEARS certifications typically last for two years. After this period, individuals need to take a recertification course to renew their certification.
While there is no specific pre-requisite, participants are generally expected to have a basic understanding of life support principles.
PEARS covers a range of topics including pediatric assessment, recognition of respiratory distress and failure, shock, cardiac arrest, and the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in pediatric patients.
PEARS is designed for healthcare providers who infrequently see critically ill pediatric patients, whereas PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) is more comprehensive and intended for those who frequently care for pediatric patients in emergency situations.
Some components of PEARS training may be available online, but most courses also require an in-person skills session for hands-on practice and assessment.
We only offer traditional classroom format for this course.
While PEARS is primarily designed for healthcare providers, non-healthcare professionals who may be involved in the care of pediatric patients in emergency situations can also benefit from taking the course.