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 Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization

The Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) Provider course is an intermediary pediatric skills course that builds on BLS concepts and can be a stepping stone towards certification in pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

PEARS equips healthcare providers who periodically care for pediatric patients with foundational skills to participate in the initial management of respiratory and shock emergencies, and cardiopulmonary arrest. PEARS is designed for healthcare providers and first responders who provide care to patients in a wide variety of settings, including rural health centres, schools, or large urban health centres with diverse ranges in scope of practice among staff. 

PEARS Provider
Course Content
  • High-quality CPR for children and infants, including team dynamics

  • Systematic approach to pediatric assessment

  • Recognition and stabilization of respiratory emergencies

  • Recognition and stabilization of shock emergencies

  • Recognition and stabilization of cardiopulmonary arrest

  • Multi-rescuer resuscitation

Unsure if this course is right for you? Click here for additional information directly from Heart & Stroke. 

Ready to sign up? Our available PEARS courses are here on the Heart & Stroke Portal. Once you have registered there, come back and complete your registration here.

Both parts must be completed to reserve your seat for the course. Once you have completed your registration you will receive an email from us, with all the details for your course, and the course key if you have signed up for a blended course. 

Have questions? Please contact us. We are happy to help. 

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