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

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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 2072 reviews
It was very easy to schedule a time. I was able to take my class within 24h. The location is well kept and very user friendly.
Instructions for entry were clear and easy.
Entering waa no problem. Facility was clean and comfortable. Lab was very convenient.
Thank you.
My only suggestion is to give the code after passing the online portion and maybe have a more secure code.
The entire process was a breeze! Just do it. It's quick, easy, and an excellent set up!
Great experience! Needed to renew my BLS cert for a new job, and have limited availability for scheduling a class. Same Day CPR made it incredibly easy and convenient to schedule, with tons of options since it's in a small office building and you just let yourself in with their instructions! Super clear directions on completing the online course as well as accessing the building, and completing the hands on skills portion. 10/10 would recommend to anyone needing a quick certification!
Easy to complete and helpful staff if needing assistance.
Needed BLS for med program. Clean and easy to use. Plenty of resources for success. Really like the practice feature before assessment to adjust to using mannequin. Also like the retake option for assessments. Step-stool was helpful, but would prefer if able to do on floor and/or adjust table height for adult compressions (for shorter people).
Instructions on location and process very easy to follow and understand. 10/10 would recommend, especially for students. 👍❣️
I used Same Day CPR Annapolis location to renew my BLS. The online portion of the class was very easy to follow and helpful in preparing for the hands on portion. The location for the in person portion of the course was easy to find and the facility was great, everything was set up nicely inside and all the tools needed were easy to locate. The instructions given prior to arrival were also very helpful in finding the facility along with knowing what to prepare for. Would highly recommend using their services!
I actually enjoyed the experience I was anxious about it but everything worked out
My experience with Same Day CPR was seamless, educational, and would recommend to anyone needing a BLS certification or recertification.
100% recommend. Very clean and helpful environment. When you call or text they answer immediately with any questions you have.
It was a smooth and easy process getting to this location. Instructions were clear, during the skills test. Will highly recommend this place.
Same Day CPR was so quick and convenient! They were very helpful throughout the process and gave wonderful directions on getting to and into the location 🙂 the space was quiet, tucked away, and neat and tidy. Very easy CPR training experience!
Also, I enjoyed it being on an RQI manikin instead of in a class with other people. It felt like less pressure and gave me the chance to practice before each hands-on exam without feeling like eyes are on me to hurry up.
A great experience overall! I was nervous coming in as I had only ever done the online portion and no hands on CPR before, but the program was very easy to follow and made the experience easy and stress free. Facility was also easy to find with plenty of parking available.
The best way to do CPR, EVER!!! So convenient, quick and you’re DONE!!! Highly recommend!!! The best part… you know, you KNOW, your CPR inside and out. Thank you!!! Same Day CPR
I cannot recommend this impersonal option at all. Been certified BLS since 1992. Been on over 20 real codes, in and out of hospital. Taught CPR/BLS for years and can unequivocally state the testing parameters of the (my) adult mannikin were too tight and do not, can not, reflect a provider's ability in a real situation. Trust me, all be well if you vary rate and depth 5-10% over the course of a 10 minute code. And you will! It failed me four times with scores never broaching 30%; Inaccurate, unreal and unbelievable. In the middle of my third attempt, the ORG calls me and someone says she can help me over the phone! Oh Good Lord! How, I wonder? She has no advanced certs and has been BLS for only 4 months. She's there to handle technical questions, she says. Outsourced customer support or CPR...BS. I bailed and will find a real evaluator, someone I've worked with in the field, someone who really knows, not an electro-mechanical linked manikin on a computer driven algorithm. I worry for the next generation...
I just did my skills portion of BLS. This was the best EVER. Everything on computerized manikins. This way you make sure you know what the depth and rate of compressions feel like for all ages. You also get the rate and depth of the squeeze on the BVM for all ages. If you don’t get it right you can take a break, practice and go back and get it right when you’re ready. This is so important and I’m so thankful for Same Day CPR of Salisbury. The virtual monitor was very nice, made me feel comfortable and gave encouragement. I highly recommend Same Day CPR. I did the online portion at home yesterday, uploaded completion certificate to Same Day CPR, made appointment for 10:00 AM today and now I have my AHA BLS card. It doesn’t get any easier than this. They give you a walk through video of the site, door codes etc. It’s such a good feeling to know I passed! Thank you Same Day CPR!!!! What a great idea!!

 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 format you choose. The traditional instructor-led option follows a structured classroom schedule, while the Blended Learning and CPR Verification Station options allow you to complete the online cognitive portion at your own pace, followed by a hands-on in-person skills check-off at a location near you.

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