Paediatric Advanced Life Support Refresher Course

This course, like all our courses is highly practical. There is an emphasis on good team planning, preparation and rehearsal of medical emergencies in a simulated context. This course is ideal for any health professional who may have to recognise and initially treat seriously ill children such as rural GPs, Urgent Care Physicians, emergency department staff, paramedics, registered nurses and remote site medics. Completion of a full one day or two day PALS course within the past two years is required to attend this refresher course, although participants who have not completed a full course can complete this course and gain a certificate of attendance. 

Course Overview

The Advanced Paediatric Life Support Refresher course expands on the fundamental skills of resuscitation and presents several common life threatening medical emergency topics and how to manage them. 

There is an emphasis on good team work, preparation and early recognition of the seriously ill child who is deteriorating. All within a simulated environment. Course numbers are limited to ensure maximum benefit is gained during hands-on time.  Essential skills are practiced with an emphasis on a high standard of technical skills and continuing development of non-technical skills.