EPALS (European Paediatric Advanced Life Support) Training — LAR Academy | Luxembourg Air Rescue

Training objective Target audience Duration & location Contents Assessment & Certification How to register

Training objective

The EPALS course (European Paediatric Advanced Life Support) aims to train healthcare professionals in the management of vital pediatric emergencies, including infants and newborns, in a hospital or pre-hospital setting.

Target audience & prerequisites

All health professionals who may be involved in the resuscitation of a child, infant or newborn. All the links you need will be sent to you when you register.

Doctors

Nurses

Emergency doctors

Anaesthetists

Pediatricians

Access to the EPALS manual

via the ERC CoSy platform after registration

E-learning module and mandatory final test

before the start of the training

Duration

2 days, for a minimum total of 15:40 (excluding breaks). It includes a theoretical online part (e-learning on the CoSy platform) and a practical one in person.

Location

Luxembourg Air Rescue A.s.b.l. - B.P. 24 - L-5201 Sandweiler

Educational content

Skills developed include:

Recognition of the critically ill child

Assessment and treatment of airways, breathing and circulation

Ventilation to the balloon mask, intraosseous perfusion

Management of shock, rhythm disorders, defibrillation

Neonatal and pediatric resuscitation

Simulated clinical scenarios (cardiac arrest, severe trauma, special situations)

Post-resuscitation care and ethical aspects

Teamwork and soft skills

Pedagogical methods

Interactive theoretical courses

Practical workshops with models

Realistic simulations

Assessment & Certification

Participants are evaluated on an ongoing basis during the training. A final test is organized, comprising:

Continuous evaluation during the training

Written test (MCQ)

Practical assessment

Issuance of an official EPALS certificate – ERC

Valid for 3 years

How to register

Limited places

Registration via our teams for a flexible schedule adapted to your needs

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