American Heart Association Training Center

American Heart Association Training Center

PALS Course

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Note: You can add more courses to your registration though, by clicking “Add More Courses” on the checkout/registration page

AHA PALS Course In Your Location

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We offer the AHA PALS course at locations across Maryland, Washington D.C., Delaware, and Virginia. This course provides the necessary skills to manage pediatric medical emergencies like pediatric CPR, AED use, and airway management.

 

You’ll train with certified instructors in a small group, ensuring hands-on practice and individual guidance. The course covers adult, child, and infant resuscitation techniques, and provides a complete understanding of responding to pediatric emergencies.

What’s Included in the PALS Course

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Our PALS course teaches advanced life-saving skills needed in pediatric emergencies. The course covers essential topics that prepare you to respond confidently and effectively to pediatric emergencies, such as:

  1. Pediatric Assessment and Recognition: Learn the Pediatric Assessment Triangle to quickly recognize life-threatening conditions in infants and children, such as respiratory failure, shock, or cardiac arrest.

  2. High-Quality Pediatric CPR: PALS teaches high-quality CPR techniques that are adapted for children. You’ll learn how to perform chest compressions and rescue breathing for children of all ages.

  3. Defibrillation and AED Use: AEDs are crucial for saving children in cardiac arrest. This course covers the proper use of AEDs for children and infants, including pad placement and defibrillation protocols.

  4. Advanced Airway Management: Learn the proper techniques for airway management, including advanced methods for maintaining an open airway in pediatric patients.

  5. Teamwork and Communication in Emergencies: Effective teamwork is essential during emergencies. You’ll practice communication and collaboration with other responders to ensure the best outcome for the patient.

  6. Post-Resuscitation Care: After an emergency, providing ongoing care is essential. You’ll be trained on post-resuscitation stabilization techniques, helping ensure the child’s vital signs are monitored and managed effectively.

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Why Choose Us for Your PALS Training?

We understand that healthcare professionals need flexibility. Our PALS courses allow you to start online, at your own pace, and then complete the skills portion in person. Learn when it’s convenient for you, and then practice with real instructors who can answer your questions.

Our instructors have spent years working hands-on in pediatric care, managing everything from routine check-ups to critical emergencies. Their deep understanding of children’s health means the training goes beyond theory — it’s grounded in experience. You’ll finish the course feeling confident, capable, and ready to respond when it matters most.

Our PALS training is trusted by pediatricians, nurses, EMTs, and paramedics. With a consistent track record of high satisfaction, we’re committed to your success in managing pediatric emergencies.

What Will You Gain After Completing PALS Classes

New AHA PALS Certification Card

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Benefits

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Respond with Confidence in Pediatric Emergencies

Gain critical skills to handle pediatric emergencies, from cardiac arrest to respiratory distress.

Master Life-Saving Techniques

Learn how to perform high-quality CPR, use an AED, and manage airways for infants, children, and adolescents.

Same-Day Course Completion Card

Get your official AHA PALS course completion card immediately after completion, no waiting required.

Be Prepared to Act

Show your team or workplace that you’re trained to respond to pediatric emergencies with confidence and care.

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Based on 1694 reviews
Leo Scanlon
training was conducted by Mitch at the Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating center on Bembe Rd.
Charm S
Very detailed. Very hands on.
Cady Kaczmarski
Renewing my ACLS has never been this fast nor easy. The online class was easy to navigate. I was very impressed with the skills portion. I loved that I was the only one and the computer provided great real-time feedback. I completed the skills section in 15 minutes. The room was set up so everything was ready to use. I will use this pathway for all my renewals in the future.
Melissa Amraotkar
Farukh Gaibov
This is a great company with a great team.
Prior to the start of the class and throughout the session, the team was always there to help me navigate through the class. I received emails and text messages which clearly instructed about the class and all the nitty-gritty parts of the session; to go as far as sending video lessons to help me to have a success. Communication was fantastic. The classroom had all the necessary equipment for a great session.
The team made me feel calm.
The access to the class was also a breeze.
If you need help with AHA skills and beyond and to have a success, this is the right place for you to achieve it.
Ryan Robins
Clean, quick, and great customer service
Briana Sofia
Julia Pierson
I would recommend this to anyone needing to recertify, as a practicing PA I appreciate the flexibility of taking the course on my own time and then coming in when is convenient for me for skills testing, absolutely great!
Teresa West
Same Day CPR is great! Super quick and informative. The customer service is on top of unexpected situations and they always seem willing to help.
Pat Bartlett
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luke ciota
Great experience. System they use is new and efficient with no issues getting my certificates.
Bradley Collier
I loved the flexiblity and trust of allowing me to come in during a later time. I also loved how easy the instructions and equipment were to navigate. Thank you.
reema arsalan
If your ACLS/PALS/BLS is expiring the next day this is the place to register and get your license the same day. I did my PALS, it was very convenient for me. I did online modules @ home which were very useful and skills session on-site which took me max 45min and I was done.
They have multiple locations and many open slots. I had to reschedule my skills session for some personal reason and it was very convenient rescheduling it.
Also, I really like the fact that you are by yourself doing skill in a room. It's all computerized. You perform CPR and it gives you feedback with small demo vdo on how to improve. And if you have any problem with computer or mannequin there is a live person available on ring camera to guide you.
ambreen gul
Extremely convenient and much easier than to manage than other bigger organizations. Very clean facility I highly recommend and will definitely return for recertification
McKenzie Baylor
jennifer caldwell
Very responsive, helpful, and made it easy to complete! Definitely recommend!!
Cari Woolford
Very user friendly and easy to follow. This was a requirement for my job and I was having trouble finding a class, got this done within a few hours, it was very convenient!
Niya Robinson
maya smith
Was a great, fast, and easy way to recertification ! Would definitely use again in 2 years!
Francky
Very very informative and well organized learning session. I also enjoyed the skills test with the virtual partner that guided you. You completed everything at your own timing.
Edwina Hallman
I recommend to anyone! The process and training was smooth, comfortable, and effective.
Judy Bekowitz
Melissa Orlove
Was very quick and easy! Only took me max of 20 minutes even though it says it would take up to an hour I had previous experience. Helped refresh my knowledge! I would 100% do this class again!
Saritha Gorantla
Excellent experience. Had great support and guidance. Thanks.

 We offer on-site training to ensure your team is prepared to handle pediatric emergencies in real time, right at your location.

What is PALS?

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) is specialized training designed to equip healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills to respond to pediatric emergencies. Bayside CPR offers AHA PALS courses.

PALS stands for Pediatric Advanced Life Support. A PALS course completion card from the AHA shows that a person is trained to recognize and manage life-threatening emergencies in infants and children, including advanced CPR and airway management.

Your American Heart Association (AHA) PALS course completion card from Bayside CPR is valid for two years.

PALS training is essential for healthcare providers who may encounter pediatric emergencies, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and emergency medical technicians.

Bayside CPR offers three convenient options:

  • Traditional: Attend a full in-person PALS course.
  • Blended Learning(Fast Track): Complete the online AHA HeartCode PALS, then attend a skills check-off at Bayside CPR.
  • CPR Verification Station(Most Popular): Complete the online portion(included) and skills check off at our CPR Verification Station.

Our PALS classes cover a wide range of topics, including:

    • Recognition and management of respiratory emergencies
    • Recognition and management of cardiac arrest
    • Post-resuscitation stabilization
    • Team dynamics and communication

The length varies depending on the option you choose:

    • Traditional: Approximately 10 hours.
    • Blended Learning(Fast Track or CPR Verification Station): Online portion 2-4hrs + in-person skills check-off (15 to 30 minutes).

The AH PALS course completion cards are valid for two years, regardless of how you complete the training. Whether you choose the traditional in-person class or the blended learning (fast track) at the CPR Verification Station, you will receive the same official AHA eCard. There is no difference, as all of our training is fully AHA-approved.

The AHA requires having access to the PALS Provider Manual.  Books are available for purchase at our conveniently located training locations. We also provide a helpful study guide located under our resources tab on this website.

Bayside CPR does not issue CEUs or CMEs. If you need CME credits, you can claim them by clicking on “Claim CE Card.” These credits are not required for the class, they are only necessary if your governing body requires something beyond the AHA course completion card.

We have multiple convenient locations across Maryland and Washington D.C. to provide American Heart Association courses for BLS, CPR, ACLS, and PALS, where you’ll receive your official AHA course completion card upon successful completion.

CPR Verification Station Location List:

Annapolis:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Annapolis
  • Address: 1160 Spa Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Annapolis
  • Link: https://youtube.com/shorts/GAH2LpUfmIE*

Easton:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Easton (Coming Soon: April 1st, 2025)
  • Address: 129 North West Street, Easton, MD 21601
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Easton
  • Link: Coming Soon

Centreville:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Centreville
  • Address: 324 Pennsylvania Ave, Centreville, MD 21617
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Centreville
  • Link: https://youtu.be/aARa5EI4i44

Riverdale/College Park:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Riverdale/College Park
  • Address: 6811 Kenilworth Ave, Riverdale, MD 20737
  • Hours: 8am to 6pm M-F, Saturday: 9am to 12pm, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Riverdale/College Park
  • Link: https://youtube.com/shorts/SP8anvn1CYw

Gaithersburg:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Gaithersburg
  • Address: 101 Lakeforest Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  • Hours: 8am to 5pm M-F, Saturday: 8am to 12pm, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Gaithersburg
  • Link: https://youtu.be/taq-YU7yGLY

Laurel:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Laurel
  • Address: 14502 Greenview Dr, Laurel, MD 20708
  • Hours: 6am to 5pm M-F, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Laurel
  • Link: https://youtu.be/4BT6fOPF06s

Baltimore/Towson:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Towson/Baltimore
  • Address: 2219 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (Every Day)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Towson/Baltimore
  • Link: https://youtu.be/-mJrkEG_uGk

Washington D.C:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Washington D.C.
  • Address: 1120 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
  • Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am to 5pm
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Washington D.C.
  • Link: https://youtu.be/whAryMbFVss

Waldorf:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Waldorf
  • Address: 3215 Leonardtown Rd, Waldorf, MD 20602
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm: Everyday
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Waldorf
  • Link: https://youtu.be/Lieb186o4b4

Bethesda:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – CPR Verification Station Bethesda
  • Address: 6900 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20815
  • Hours: 8am to 5pm Mon-Fri, 8am to 1pm Sat, Closed Sunday
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR CPR Verification Station – Bethesda
  • Link: https://youtu.be/63ZJ9Gyb8_M