PALS Skills Session
Hands-On Pediatric Life Support—Fast. Focused. AHA Certified.
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Attentive Safety proudly offers the American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Skills Session—an essential, high-impact training designed for healthcare professionals responsible for the urgent care of infants and children. This hands-on, instructor-led session is the final step of the AHA HeartCode PALS Blended Learning Program, perfect for clinicians who want a more flexible yet rigorous path to certification.
Pediatric emergencies remain among the most time-critical situations in healthcare. According to the AHA, effective early intervention can double or even triple survival rates in pediatric cardiac arrest. Our PALS Skills Session ensures you not only meet national standards but master the precise clinical skills proven to improve real-world outcomes. With cutting-edge simulation, small-group instruction, and realistic scenario-based testing, Attentive Safety helps you build the confidence, accuracy, and leadership required in high-stakes pediatric emergencies. Held 7 days a week at our Marietta, Doraville, and Alpharetta training centers, this program is ideal for busy healthcare providers needing high-quality AHA-accredited pediatric training on a reliable and flexible schedule. Why Enroll in the PALS Skills Session at Attentive Safety? AHA-Accredited Blended Learning Pathway Complete the online HeartCode PALS course at your own pace, then master hands-on pediatric skills during your instructor-led session. Backed by the Latest 2025 AHA PALS Guidelines Training reflects updated science, algorithms, and resuscitation best practices. High-Value Clinical Skill Development Students practice:
Proven Impact on Pediatric Outcomes Research shows that providers with regular PALS training demonstrate: ✔ 40% faster recognition of respiratory failure ✔ Significantly improved team communication ✔ Higher accuracy in early shock identification Ultra-Convenient Scheduling Sessions offered daily at 7 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, 4 PM, 7 PM and 9 PM. |
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, 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 2025 AHA HeartCode PALS Online module is mandatory. You must bring printed or digital proof of completion to your in-person skills session.
Q: What are the prerequisites to attend the skills session?
A: You must have:
• Completed HeartCode PALS Online
• A current AHA BLS Provider Card
• Basic understanding of pediatric assessment and life support concepts
Q: How long is the PALS Skills Session?
A: The session typically lasts approximately 2.5 hours, depending on class size and individual performance.
Q: What skills will I learn or demonstrate?
A: Students will practice and test on:
• Pediatric and infant CPR
• Respiratory failure & shock management
• Airway techniques & ventilations
• Rhythm interpretation and electrical therapies
• Vascular access
• Team leadership and communication
• Pediatric Megacode scenario management
Q: What is the Megacode test?
A: The Megacode test is a simulated pediatric emergency scenario where you serve as Team Leader and demonstrate your ability to apply PALS algorithms, direct a resuscitation team, and make rapid clinical decisions.
Q: Do you offer Continuing Education (CE) credit?
A: Yes. EMS providers may earn CAPCE Continuing Education hours upon completion.
Q: Where are the PALS Skills Sessions held?
A: Sessions are offered at Attentive Safety’s fully equipped training centers in Marietta, Doraville, and Alpharetta.
Q: When are classes available?
A: Classes are held 7 days a week at:
• 10:00 AM
• 1:00 PM
• 4:00 PM
• 7:00 PM
Q: How much does the PALS Skills Session cost?
A: The fee is $100. A $25 walk-in fee applies if registering or paying within 24 hours of class time.
Q: What certification will I receive?
A: Upon successful completion, you will receive a 2-year AHA PALS Provider eCard, recognized nationwide.
Q: Can I reschedule my session?
A: Yes. You may request a date change using our official reschedule form:
https://www.attentivesafety.com/reschedule-request.html
All rescheduling is based on availability and must follow our attendance policy.
Q: What happens if I fail a skills test?
A: Students may retest certain components. If additional remediation is required, you may need to schedule a follow-up session.
Q: Is the course refundable?
A: No. All registrations are non-refundable, and late arrivals or missed sessions will forfeit payment according to our Terms & 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, 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 2025 AHA HeartCode PALS Online module is mandatory. You must bring printed or digital proof of completion to your in-person skills session.
Q: What are the prerequisites to attend the skills session?
A: You must have:
• Completed HeartCode PALS Online
• A current AHA BLS Provider Card
• Basic understanding of pediatric assessment and life support concepts
Q: How long is the PALS Skills Session?
A: The session typically lasts approximately 2.5 hours, depending on class size and individual performance.
Q: What skills will I learn or demonstrate?
A: Students will practice and test on:
• Pediatric and infant CPR
• Respiratory failure & shock management
• Airway techniques & ventilations
• Rhythm interpretation and electrical therapies
• Vascular access
• Team leadership and communication
• Pediatric Megacode scenario management
Q: What is the Megacode test?
A: The Megacode test is a simulated pediatric emergency scenario where you serve as Team Leader and demonstrate your ability to apply PALS algorithms, direct a resuscitation team, and make rapid clinical decisions.
Q: Do you offer Continuing Education (CE) credit?
A: Yes. EMS providers may earn CAPCE Continuing Education hours upon completion.
Q: Where are the PALS Skills Sessions held?
A: Sessions are offered at Attentive Safety’s fully equipped training centers in Marietta, Doraville, and Alpharetta.
Q: When are classes available?
A: Classes are held 7 days a week at:
• 10:00 AM
• 1:00 PM
• 4:00 PM
• 7:00 PM
Q: How much does the PALS Skills Session cost?
A: The fee is $100. A $25 walk-in fee applies if registering or paying within 24 hours of class time.
Q: What certification will I receive?
A: Upon successful completion, you will receive a 2-year AHA PALS Provider eCard, recognized nationwide.
Q: Can I reschedule my session?
A: Yes. You may request a date change using our official reschedule form:
https://www.attentivesafety.com/reschedule-request.html
All rescheduling is based on availability and must follow our attendance policy.
Q: What happens if I fail a skills test?
A: Students may retest certain components. If additional remediation is required, you may need to schedule a follow-up session.
Q: Is the course refundable?
A: No. All registrations are non-refundable, and late arrivals or missed sessions will forfeit payment according to our Terms & 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
“The instructors truly understand pediatric emergencies.”
“The training was practical, direct, and based on real patient situations. Our instructor worked in pediatric critical care and shared insights that helped everything click.”
— Dr. Kevin M., Pediatric Hospitalist
“Highly recommended for anyone renewing their PALS.”
“The session was well organized from start to finish. The equipment was great, the scenarios were realistic, and I appreciated how quickly I received my eCard.”
— Samantha T., Respiratory Therapist
“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
“The instructors truly understand pediatric emergencies.”
“The training was practical, direct, and based on real patient situations. Our instructor worked in pediatric critical care and shared insights that helped everything click.”
— Dr. Kevin M., Pediatric Hospitalist
“Highly recommended for anyone renewing their PALS.”
“The session was well organized from start to finish. The equipment was great, the scenarios were realistic, and I appreciated how quickly I received my eCard.”
— Samantha T., Respiratory Therapist
Attentive Safety provides American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Skills Sessions 7 days a week in Marietta, Doraville, and Alpharetta. Healthcare professionals across Atlanta rely on our blended-learning PALS program to complete HeartCode requirements, pass Megacode testing, and earn same-day pediatric resuscitation certification. Our training centers serve hospitals, clinics, EMS agencies, urgent care networks, and pediatric practices throughout Cobb County, Fulton County, and Gwinnett County.
