How do I get certified in pears?
The AHA offers options for how you can purchase PALS or PEARS. You can take a full classroom course, take a blended learning PALS course (includes HeartCode PALS + a hands-on skills session training), or purchase additional course materials.
What does pears certification stand for?
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization
PEARS stands for Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization. Earning a PEARS certification helps healthcare providers develop the knowledge and skills needed for emergency evaluation and treatment of seriously ill infants and children.
How long is pears certification good for?
two years
Upon successful completion, participants are issued a PEARS Provider card effective for two years.
What is the difference between pears and PALS?
PALS training emphasizes pediatric resuscitation team leadership. As such, a PALS class teaches students how to identify the correct course of action in pediatric emergencies and direct team members. A PEARS class teaches students how to provide support during the treatment of sick or injured pediatric patients.
How many CE hours is pears?
PEARS has been approved for 8 CE Units. No CE Units are available for BLS and First Aid – If your licensing board allows 4 units for BLS courses. CME Category 1.
Is there a pretest for pears?
There is a mandatory pretest for ACLS, PEARS, PALS and NRP classes.
What is pear nursing?
The Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification course was designed for healthcare providers that infrequently see critically ill children. PEARS prepares a student to assess, categorize, decide and act early to stabilize the child.
Does pears cover BLS?
California Medical Association (CME), California Board of Nursing (CEU), have approved ACLS and PALS provider courses for 16 units and renewal courses for 8 units. PEARS has been approved for 8 CE Units. No CE Units are available for BLS and First Aid – If your licensing board allows 4 units for BLS courses.