Learn PEARS with Expert Instructors
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification provides healthcare professionals with the skills to manage pediatric patients during emergencies. This certification offers a structured approach to evaluate and stabilize critically ill or injured children. PEARS certification helps medical providers who don’t regularly work with pediatric patients but encounter them during emergencies. This certification also enhances career opportunities and works as a foundation for advanced pediatric certifications.
Get Certified at our Honolulu Training Center
Our PEARS certification classes are held at Defib Hawaii, in the Interstate Building, 1314 S King Street, Suite 606, Honolulu, HI 96814. We welcome students from Honolulu, East Honolulu, Aiea, West Oahu, Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Kailua, Kaneohe, Pearl City, Mililani, and communities throughout Oahu.
PEARS Certification Course Details:
- Designed for: Healthcare providers who do not routinely provide advanced pediatric
- Includes: Pediatric assessment, shock, respiratory distress, and stabilization
- Format: In-person, group or blended
- Duration: Approx. 6–7 hours
- Certification: AHA eCard valid for 2 years
What You Will Learn
PEARS training covers essential skills that healthcare providers must have for handling pediatric emergencies systematically and effectively. The comprehensive curriculum of PEARS focuses on assessment techniques and emergency interventions specific to children and infants.
Who Needs PEARS Certification?
Healthcare professionals who occasionally face pediatric patients but lack specialized pediatric training benefit the most from PEARS certification. Family physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other medical providers who work primarily with adults should consider this certification to handle unexpected pediatric emergencies effectively.
- Paramedics
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
- Pediatricians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Medical Assistants
- Pediatric Nurses
- General Physicians
- Flight Nurses
- Dental Professionals
- Prehospital and in-facility healthcare providers
How to Become PEARS Certified?
Enroll your employees or yourself in the training
- Choose an in-person, blended, or group training format.
- Register online and pay certification course fees.
Step 1
Complete the curriculum
- Study pediatric assessment and emergency stabilization materials.
- Practice hands-on skills with pediatric manikins.
- Participate actively in instructor-led training sessions.
Step 2
Pass & Get your certification
- Complete a written exam on pediatric emergency concepts.
- Show your practical skills during the hands-on evaluation.
- Receive official PEARS certification valid for 2 years.
Step 3
Honolulu PEARS Training Location
Defib Hawaii
1314 S King Street, Suite 606
Interstate Building
Honolulu, HI 96814
Phone: (808) 479-8993
Email: info@cprtraininghawaii.com
Students attend from Honolulu and communities across Oʻahu, including East Honolulu, Aiea, West Oʻahu, Ewa Beach, Kailua, Kapolei, Pearl City, Mililani, Kaneohe, and nearby areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to Wear in a PEARS Class?
Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for safety and ease during hands-on practice in PEARS class.
How Long Does a PEARS Class Take to Complete?
PEARS training takes about 6-7 hours, covering both theory and hands-on skills.
Who Should Get PEARS Certified?
Healthcare providers like nurses, paramedics, and doctors and other professionals who occasionally respond to pediatric emergencies should get PEARS certification.
Can PEARS Certification be Completed Online?
PEARS includes online learning and an in-person skills session; certification requires passing the practical part.
How Long is the PEARS Certification Valid?
PEARS certification lasts two years, after which you must recertify to stay up-to-date.