ACLS & PALS Skills: 1 Day Beginner to Intermediate Course, Vancouver

Schedule

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Pacific Centre Lottery Centre | Vancouver, BC

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Build clear, confident skills in adult and pediatric emergencies, covering key rhythms, algorithms, teamwork, and critical actions.
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About This Course

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom / In-Person Workshop
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate Provided
Refreshments: Lunch, tea/coffee, and snacks included

Course Overview

This workshop introduces the essential principles of ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) at a beginner-to-intermediate level. Participants learn core emergency algorithms, recognition of critical rhythms, airway basics, pediatric and adult resuscitation concepts, and team-based emergency care. The content avoids complex clinical depth and focuses on practical, real-world guidance aligned with international life support standards. The program is designed for learners who want clear, structured, and simplified training in emergency care without advanced medical jargon.

Learning Objectives

• Understand key principles of ACLS and PALS emergency response
• Recognize early signs of adult and pediatric deterioration
• Interpret common cardiac arrest rhythms at a basic level
• Use airway management and ventilation techniques correctly
• Understand essential medications and defibrillation basics
• Apply simplified ACLS and PALS algorithms confidently
• Strengthen teamwork and leadership during emergencies
• Build readiness for real clinical scenarios

Target Audience

• Nursing students and junior nurses
• Paramedical and allied health trainees
• Medical interns and early-career clinicians
• Hospital support staff working in emergency areas
• Corporate clinic staff, first responders, and health workers
• Anyone preparing for advanced life support training

Why Choose This Course?

This course simplifies ACLS and PALS concepts into clear, practical steps that help learners understand how to act quickly and confidently in emergencies. It bridges the gap between beginner knowledge and intermediate-level clinical expectations using real scenarios and structured guidance.

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Planning to upskill a full medical or clinical support team?
We offer customized in-house sessions designed for hospitals, nursing colleges, clinics, and emergency units. These versions match your protocols, equipment, and team structure to strengthen emergency response across departments.

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Agenda
Module 1: Foundations of ACLS & PALS

Info: • Purpose of ACLS and PALS in emergency care
• Chain of survival for adults and children
• Roles and responsibilities in resuscitation teams
• Icebreaker Activity


Module 2: Recognition of Adult & Pediatric Emergencies

Info: • Identifying early warning signs of cardiac and respiratory arrest
• Primary assessment: airway, breathing, circulation
• Initial stabilization steps for adults and children
• Activity


Module 3: Cardiac Rhythms & Algorithms

Info: • Common rhythms: VF, VT, asystole, PEA
• Basic interpretation simplified for non-experts
• Overview of ACLS and PALS algorithm pathways
• Role Play


Module 4: Airway & Management

Info: • Airway basics: manual maneuvers, OPA, NPA
• Ventilation techniques: bag-mask basics for adults & pediatrics
• Avoiding common errors in emergency ventilation
• Case Study


Module 5: Medications & Defibrillation Concepts

Info: • Key ACLS and PALS medications (simple explanation)
• Defibrillation vs cardioversion basics
• Safe and effective use of AEDs
• Simulation


Module 6: Pediatric-Specific Considerations

Info: • Differences between adult and pediatric emergencies
• Child and infant CPR concepts
• Recognizing respiratory distress and shock in children
• Group Brainstorm Activity


Module 7: Team Dynamics & Scenario-Based Leadership

Info: • Effective communication during emergencies
• Leadership, delegation, and closed-loop communication
• Developing a personal improvement plan for emergency readiness
• Action Plan Review


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Pacific Centre Lottery Centre, 701 West Georgia Street, Suite 1500, Vancouver, Canada

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