About this Event
The Fundamental Critical Care Support - Pediatrics (FCCS-Peds) course trains non- intensivists to recognize critical illness and initiate care for the critically ill pediatric patient and is recommended for any healthcare professional who may encounter a critically ill or injured pediatric patient.
The course addresses fundamental management principles for the first 24 hours of post-resuscitation management of the critically ill pediatric patient or until transfer or appropriate critical care consultation can be arranged.
FCCS-Peds provides a relaxed learning experience with access to online materials, pre- and posttests, and an accompanying textbook. Course materials will be provided upon enrollment.
This course contains the following modules:
- Acute Respiratory Failure and Mechanical Ventilation
- Cardiovascular Evaluation and Pediatric Shock
- Fluids, Electrolytes, and Metabolic Disorders
- Pediatric Neurologic Emergencies
- Postoperative Management
- Sedation, Analgesia, and Neuromuscular Blockade
- Acute Infections
- Abusive Trauma in Children
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Acute Upper and Lower Airway Disease
- Airway Management
- Assessment of the Critically Ill Child
- Critical Care Managment of the Child with Congenital Heart Disease
- Management of the Poisoned Child and Adolescent
- Oncologic and Hematologic Emergencies
- Noninvasive and Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
- Pediatric Burn Injury
- Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Pediatric Emergency Preparedness
- Transport of the Critically Ill Child
- Trauma Injuries in Children
COURSE INFORMATION
Date: 1 -Day Hybrid Course: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Location: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center at Women’s Guild Simulation Center for Advanced Clinical Skills
Address: Susanne and Ervin Bard Pavilion - 127 S. San Vicente Boulevard, Street Level, Suite A1300 Los Angeles, CA 90048
CANCELLATION/NO SHOW POLICY:
Tickets will not be refunded unless there is an unexpected cancellation from the administrator.
Parking Information & COVID-19 Guidelines:
The Simulation Center is located on the Street Level of Pavilion building. We recommend parking in Pavilion Lot adjacent to the Susanne and Ervin Bard Pavilion (HERE). Parking to be validated.
Notes:
Wearing a mask is highly recommended when attending the course.
Course Materials and Pre-Course Work will be sent out 2-3 weeks prior to the session.
For general information on the course, please contact us by emailing [email protected]
Discounts available to SCCM Chapter Members and Cedars-Sinai Staff
Event venue & nearby stays
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 127 South San Vicente Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
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