The American Heart Association's (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a classroom-based or blended learning course for healthcare providers, focusing on a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, high-performance team dynamics, and early intervention to improve outcomes in respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest. The course, based on the 2025 AHA Guidelines, utilizes simulations and case studies for children and infants. Successful completion requires passing a written exam and a hands-on skills test, earning an AHA PALS Provider eCard valid for two years