This course is intended to provide general knowledge in assisting the ALS provider in the performance of their duties. However, this course does not certify the participant in the performance of the ALS skills. This course may also serve as a refresher for a nurse returning to work after several years away from patient contact. Emphasis is on aggressive assessment and treatment of a child or infant in respiratory or cardiac arrest. This program also stresses the initial management and care issues in trauma and transfer.
Tuition includes the cost of the textbook and card indicating successful completion.
The PEPP course is a continuing education program. The student manual includes 13 case-based chapters which address a broad range of pediatric emergency medicine topics specifically geared toward EMT's and Paramedics. The manual also details 21 procedures that outline management strategies and point out important differences to be aware of when dealing with pediatric patients. Tuition includes the book. The Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program is designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team.