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Central Valley Medical Education

PALS Certification for Healthcare Providers

In Central California | Initial Course

PALS certification for healthcare providers is essential for nurses, paramedics, EMTs, and other professionals who respond to pediatric emergencies. This AHA-approved, in-person course builds real-world confidence through hands-on training and same-day certification.

Course Highlights

2-year AHA certification
Stress-free, fun, and supportive learning environment
CEs available
This is an In-Person Class

Need certification for your group? Contact us and ask for Ariana or Ms. Paat

PALS certification for healthcare providers is an AHA-approved, hands-on course for nurses, EMTs, and paramedics. If you work with pediatric emergencies, this class prepares you for confident, real-world response.

Who Should Take This Course

PALS Initial certification for healthcare providers is a one-day, in-person course made for medical staff who treat children in emergencies. This simple, hands-on class helps EMTs, nurses, and other care providers keep their PALS training current and useful.

To start, you’ll go over the most important skills for pediatric emergencies. Then, you’ll practice real-life situations that include airway support, shock, and CPR. In addition, your instructor will guide you step by step through each case. As you go, you’ll see how to work with others during a team response. What’s more, you’ll learn how to act fast when seconds matter. Finally, after finishing the course, you’ll leave ready to help children in hospitals, clinics, or out in the field.

This course is perfect for:

EMTs and paramedics
Registered nurses and LVNs
Doctors and urgent care staff
Any team member in a hospital, clinic, or emergency care setting

What You’ll Learn in PALS Certification for Healthcare Providers

PALS Certification for Healthcare Providers – What You’ll Learn

PALS certification for healthcare providers focuses on the critical skills needed to manage pediatric emergencies involving infants and children. This course teaches healthcare professionals how to quickly assess young patients, manage airway and breathing complications, and work effectively as part of a pediatric resuscitation team.

Key Topics Covered:

First, the systematic approach to assessing pediatric patients in emergency settings
Then, establishing IV or IO access for administering medications promptly
Also, managing airways and providing breathing support for children in distress
Understanding PALS medications, including when and how to use them
Applying your knowledge through hands-on scenarios and case-based simulations
Leading or assisting in high-performance pediatric code teams
Delivering high-quality CPR and recognizing when urgent action is needed
Identifying the difference between respiratory distress and respiratory failure
Managing all types of pediatric shock, including early intervention strategies
Recognizing bradycardia and tachycardia in children
Detecting signs of life-threatening arrhythmias and heart conditions
Finally, responding to cardiac arrest and delivering effective post-resuscitation care

By the end of this PALS certification for healthcare providers course, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to respond decisively to pediatric emergencies—whether in a hospital, clinic, or prehospital environment.

Course Elements Explained

We highly recommend taking our ECG and Pharmacology class before starting PALS. It helps you better understand the heart rhythms and medication doses you’ll need to know during both courses.

Costs and Schedule Details

Price: $185 (Course only)
Manual: Required. $56.70 paperback / $50 eBook (sold separately)
Location: Available in Madera, Fresno, Modesto, Visalia & Bakersfield
Duration: One full day (approx. 6–8 hours)
Card Issued: Same-day AHA PALS Certification | Valid for 2 years
Schedule: Multiple sessions each month. View current class dates
Includes: Hands-on instruction, all practice equipment, and CEU credit (if applicable)

American Heart Association

Check Out the latest AHA guidelines for Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
Try out the AHA’s Heart Code Options

How to Register

If you’re getting certified for the first time, sign up for our PALS Initial Certification for Healthcare Providers to complete this course in one convenient session.

ENROLL NOW

We Have Quality Courses; At Reasonable Prices. Our American Heart Association ACLS Renewal, American Heart Association PALS Renewal, American Heart First Aid Classes,
And Our American Heart Association CPR Certification in Madera is Fun And No Stress. We have CPR Certification Classes in Madera, Fresno, and throughout California

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in BLS, ACLS, and PALS and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for the course, except for a portion of fees needed for the AHA course materials, do not represent income to the Association.

What classes do you offer?

We offer several courses including:

PALS Initial Certification
PALS Renewal
ACLS Initial Certification
ACLS Renewal
Basic Life Support CPR Certification
HIS CPR and First Aid Training
IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
TNCC Certification
ENPC Certification
NRP Resuscitation

How Do I register for a class?

You can call us or text us at (559) 765-0306 or click on our calendar to find a class to enroll.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all main methods of payments: VISA, Mastercard, and Debit cards.

Do you offer both online classes?

We only offer in-person training for our courses at this time.

Do you offer refunds?

We do not offer refunds. Please refer to our cancelation and refund policy on our website here

How long are your courses?

Course length depends on the course and varies on class size. Please visit the Start Page and click on the specified class for detailed course information

How much do course manuals cost?

Course manuals are priced as follows:

ACLS paperback manual - $47.80
PALS paperback manual - $56.70
TNCC and ENPC manuals - $80

How do I enroll in to an HIS CPR/First Aid class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How do I enroll in to an TNCC class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How do I enroll in to an ENPC class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How do I enroll into a PALS class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How do I enroll into an ACLS class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How do I enroll in to an BLS (CPR) class?

A: Click Here to Enroll

How can I get a copy of my E-card?

You can Download a Copy of Your card by going to https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards

What If I forgot My ENA Password?

If you have forgotten your ENA password for TNCC or ENPC; you must reset it on the ENA's website.

What is your Refund Policy? Can I get a refund if I do not pass the Wound Care Certification Exam?

Full access to our Wound Care Certification program is granted and remains valid for a 4-month period once you created an account, registered, and paid for the program. You'll be able to retake the certification exam up to three times in a 4-month period in order to score 70% or higher and obtain wound care certification.

Due to the nature and availability of course content all sales are final. We do not offer refunds.

What is the difference between the Wound Care Certification Program and the 30 CEU Wound Care Management Course?

All programs and curriculums are recognized and approved nationwide by the California Board of Registered Nursing and the California Board of Vocational/Practical Nursing and meet nursing license renewal requirements and all 50 states.

Wound Care Certification is by the SNF Wound Care Wound Learning Academy and is valid for two years upon successful completion of the program and passing of the certification exam.

The differences between the 30 CEU Wound Care Management Course and the Wound Care Certification program include: the 30 CEU Wound Care Management course does not require passing a final certification exam at the end of the curriculum.

You will receive only a certificate of completion of 30 CEU and Wound Care Management upon course completion for RN and LVN/LPN license renewal requirements. You will not obtained Wound Care Certification by the Wound Care Learning Academy, unless you upgrade your purchase to the Wound Care Certification Program at which point you will be required to successfully pass the wound care certification exam.

How long do I have access to course materials in order to prepare for the Wound Care Certification exam?

You will have access to the online portal and course materials for a 4-month period. If you wish to extend your access after this period, Please email info@snfwoundcare.com. If you obtain the course for free with a coupon, you only have 30-day access.

How do I get a verification of my nursing license?

You can get a verification of your nursing license by going to https://search.dca.ca.gov/ and searching for name

What is the pass rate for the Wound Care Certification Exam? How many times can I take the Wound Care Certification exam in order to pass?

Candidates must or 70% or higher on the Wound Care exam in order to pass and received Wound Care Certification. We have over 90% pass rate. Candidates have the opportunity to retake the online Wound Care Certification exam up to three times within a four month period in order to obtain a score of 70% or higher , and receive their Wound Care Certification.

Do I need to re-certify my Wound Care Certification?

Wound Care Certification must be renewed every two years for a renewal fee of $179.99 and successful completion of the recertification exam

How will I receive a Wound Care Certified Badge?

Candidates who successfully complete our Wound Care Certification Program will receive a digital Wound Care Certificate, along with a complementary Wound Care Certified identification badge, with 2-4 weeks of successful completion.

Wound Care Certified identification badges are mailed out to the candidates. They are personalized with your name, picture, nursing license number, wound care, certification, number, and validity date.

Who is eligible to obtain Wound Care Certification and CEU Credits?

Wound Learning Academy is designed to improve the quality of care in the wound care community, and prepare all healthcare professionals to perform at the highest level of care across all settings. Wound care certification is open to all Allied Medical professionals in the wound care industry looking to further their wound care, knowledge, and recognition.

How do I claim my CE Certificate for Basic Life Support (BLS)?

Click on the Link below to claim your CE Certificate (Please Note RN's cannot claim CEUs for BLS)

Basic Life Support CE Certificate

How do I claim my PALS CE Certificate?

Click on the appropriate Link below for the class you attended to claim your CE Certificate

PALS Initial CE Certificate

PALS Renewal CE Certificate

How do I claim my ACLS CE Certificate?

Click on the appropriate Link below for the class you attended to claim your CE Certificate

ACLS Initial CE Certificate

ACLS Renewal CE Certificate