Pre-Hospital Paediatric Life Support (PHPLS)

The PHPLS course provides the knowledge and practical procedures necessary for effective treatment of childhood emergencies prior to hospital admission.

The two day syllabus covers major injury, and life threatening acute illnesses to which children are susceptible, combined with common underlying chronic diseases which complicate diagnosis and treatment Training will enhance prompt recognition and immediate effective treatment,  improving survivability of paediatric patients.

The course focuses on how to recognise and effectively manage the treatment of a seriously ill and or injured child, using a structured approach.

PHPLS is suitable for those from a medical, nursing background, successful candidates will receive a certificate, accredited by ALSG.