Certification: Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC)

Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) focuses on critical pediatric
physiology, illnesses, injuries, and interventions to help EMS
practitioners provide the best treatment for sick and injured
children in the field. The course stresses application of the
Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT), a tool to help EMS
practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients.
Case presentations and patient simulations reinforce critical
thinking skills to help practitioners make the best decisions
for their young patients.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 4 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.