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PALS Skills Session
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Pediatric emergencies remain among the most time-critical situations in healthcare. Research shows that effective early intervention can double or triple survival rates in pediatric cardiac arrest, and clinicians with regular PALS training demonstrate 40% faster recognition of respiratory failure and higher accuracy in early shock identification.
The PALS Skills Session at Attentive Safety is the hands-on, instructor-led component of the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode PALS Blended Learning program. Designed for clinicians who require a flexible path to certification, this fast-track session lets you complete cognitive coursework online at your own pace before demonstrating physical skill mastery, rhythm interpretation, and Megacode leadership in person. Mandatory Precourse Requirements Per AHA regulations, all enrolled students must complete the following prior to attending their hands-on skills check-off:
The Clinical Impact of Blended PALS Training
The Attentive Safety Advantage
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Frequently Asked Questions – PALS Skills Session
Q: What is the PALS Skills Session?
A: The PALS Skills Session is the hands-on component of the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode PALS Blended Learning Course. After completing the required online HeartCode PALS module, students attend this instructor-led session to practice and test essential pediatric advanced life support skills.
Q: Who is the PALS Skills Session designed for?
A: This session is intended for healthcare professionals who manage pediatric emergencies, including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, and hospital-based emergency or critical care providers.
Q: Do I need to complete the online HeartCode PALS course first?
A: Yes. Completion of the official AHA HeartCode PALS Online module is mandatory. You must bring printed or digital proof of your certificate of completion to your in-person skills session.
Q: What are the exact prerequisites to attend the skills session?
A: You must have completed the online HeartCode PALS course, possess a current AHA BLS Provider Card, and have a foundational understanding of pediatric assessment and core advanced life support concepts.
Q: How long is the PALS Skills Session in the classroom?
A: The session typically lasts approximately 2.5 hours, depending on the overall class size and individual student clinical performance.
Q: What specific clinical skills will I learn or demonstrate?
A: Students will practice and test on pediatric and infant CPR, respiratory failure and shock management, advanced airway techniques, rhythm interpretation, electrical therapies, vascular access, team leadership, and pediatric Megacode scenario management.
Q: What is the Megacode test?
A: The Megacode test is a simulated pediatric emergency scenario where you serve as the Team Leader and demonstrate your ability to apply PALS algorithms, direct a resuscitation team, and make rapid, accurate clinical decisions.
Q: Do you offer Continuing Education (CE) credit?
A: Yes. EMS providers may earn CAPCE Continuing Education hours upon successful completion of this American Heart Association course.
Q: When and where are PALS Skills Sessions offered?
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Q: How much does the PALS Skills Session cost?
A: The standard registration fee is $100.00. A $25 walk-in processing fee applies if registering or paying within 24 hours of class time, and our Norcross facility requires an additional $20.00 venue fee.
Q: What certification will I receive?
A: Upon successful completion of the hands-on testing, you will receive an official 2-year AHA PALS Provider eCard that is recognized nationwide.
Q: Can I reschedule my session if my hospital shift changes?
A: Yes. You may request a date change using our official online reschedule form. All rescheduling is subject to seat availability and must follow our standard attendance policy.
Q: What happens if I fail a skills test component?
A: Students may retest certain components during the session. If significant additional remediation is required, you may need to schedule a follow-up training slot.
Q: Is the course refundable?
A: No. All registrations are strictly non-refundable, and late arrivals or missed sessions will forfeit your payment according to our terms and conditions.
A: The PALS Skills Session is the hands-on component of the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode PALS Blended Learning Course. After completing the required online HeartCode PALS module, students attend this instructor-led session to practice and test essential pediatric advanced life support skills.
Q: Who is the PALS Skills Session designed for?
A: This session is intended for healthcare professionals who manage pediatric emergencies, including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, and hospital-based emergency or critical care providers.
Q: Do I need to complete the online HeartCode PALS course first?
A: Yes. Completion of the official AHA HeartCode PALS Online module is mandatory. You must bring printed or digital proof of your certificate of completion to your in-person skills session.
Q: What are the exact prerequisites to attend the skills session?
A: You must have completed the online HeartCode PALS course, possess a current AHA BLS Provider Card, and have a foundational understanding of pediatric assessment and core advanced life support concepts.
Q: How long is the PALS Skills Session in the classroom?
A: The session typically lasts approximately 2.5 hours, depending on the overall class size and individual student clinical performance.
Q: What specific clinical skills will I learn or demonstrate?
A: Students will practice and test on pediatric and infant CPR, respiratory failure and shock management, advanced airway techniques, rhythm interpretation, electrical therapies, vascular access, team leadership, and pediatric Megacode scenario management.
Q: What is the Megacode test?
A: The Megacode test is a simulated pediatric emergency scenario where you serve as the Team Leader and demonstrate your ability to apply PALS algorithms, direct a resuscitation team, and make rapid, accurate clinical decisions.
Q: Do you offer Continuing Education (CE) credit?
A: Yes. EMS providers may earn CAPCE Continuing Education hours upon successful completion of this American Heart Association course.
Q: When and where are PALS Skills Sessions offered?
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- Marietta, GA (HQ): 1640 Powers Ferry Rd SE, Bldg 18, Suite 300, 30067 (Available 7 Days a Week at 7:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:00pm, or 9:00pm)
- Alpharetta, GA: 2300 Lakeview Pkwy, Suite 700, 30009 (Mondays & Fridays ONLY at 10:00am or 1:00pm)
- Lawrenceville, GA: 1755 North Brown Road, Suite 200, 30043 (Tuesdays & Thursdays ONLY at 10:00am or 1:00pm)
- Columbus, GA: 5547 Veterans Parkway, 31904 (Thursdays at 1:00pm)
- Birmingham, AL: 2100 SouthBridge Pkwy, Suite 650, 35209 (Fridays at 1:00pm)
- Chattanooga, TN: 200 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., Suite 1000, 37402 (Wednesdays at 1:00pm)
Q: How much does the PALS Skills Session cost?
A: The standard registration fee is $100.00. A $25 walk-in processing fee applies if registering or paying within 24 hours of class time, and our Norcross facility requires an additional $20.00 venue fee.
Q: What certification will I receive?
A: Upon successful completion of the hands-on testing, you will receive an official 2-year AHA PALS Provider eCard that is recognized nationwide.
Q: Can I reschedule my session if my hospital shift changes?
A: Yes. You may request a date change using our official online reschedule form. All rescheduling is subject to seat availability and must follow our standard attendance policy.
Q: What happens if I fail a skills test component?
A: Students may retest certain components during the session. If significant additional remediation is required, you may need to schedule a follow-up training slot.
Q: Is the course refundable?
A: No. All registrations are strictly non-refundable, and late arrivals or missed sessions will forfeit your payment according to our terms and conditions.
PALS Skills Session – Customer Testimonials
“The skills session was fast, focused, and extremely professional.”
“As a pediatric ER nurse, I appreciated how efficient the PALS Skills Session was. The instructor guided us through realistic scenarios that mirrored real emergencies. I left feeling sharper and more confident.”
— Jasmine R., Pediatric RN
“The Megacode testing was exactly what I needed.”
“I’ve renewed PALS many times, and this was by far the best run skills session I've attended. The Megacode felt like a real hospital scenario, and the feedback was incredibly helpful.”
— Michael H., Paramedic
“Flexible scheduling made this so easy with my night shift.”
“Being able to complete HeartCode PALS online and then choose a hands-on time that fit my schedule was a game changer. I finished my renewal during my off day and had my card the same night.”
— Laura S., PICU Nurse
“As a pediatric ER nurse, I appreciated how efficient the PALS Skills Session was. The instructor guided us through realistic scenarios that mirrored real emergencies. I left feeling sharper and more confident.”
— Jasmine R., Pediatric RN
“The Megacode testing was exactly what I needed.”
“I’ve renewed PALS many times, and this was by far the best run skills session I've attended. The Megacode felt like a real hospital scenario, and the feedback was incredibly helpful.”
— Michael H., Paramedic
“Flexible scheduling made this so easy with my night shift.”
“Being able to complete HeartCode PALS online and then choose a hands-on time that fit my schedule was a game changer. I finished my renewal during my off day and had my card the same night.”
— Laura S., PICU Nurse
Premier PALS Skills Testing Across GA, AL, and TN
Attentive Safety is the premier provider of American Heart Association (AHA) PALS Skills Sessions across Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. Major health networks and clinical providers rely on our blended-learning program to complete mandatory HeartCode requirements and earn same-day credentials.
Whether you train at our flagship center in Marietta, our corporate offices in Alpharetta and Lawrenceville, or our regional hubs in Columbus, Birmingham, and Chattanooga, Attentive Safety delivers elite hands-on mastery without delaying your shift schedule.
Whether you train at our flagship center in Marietta, our corporate offices in Alpharetta and Lawrenceville, or our regional hubs in Columbus, Birmingham, and Chattanooga, Attentive Safety delivers elite hands-on mastery without delaying your shift schedule.
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