Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support (PFCCS)

The Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support (PFCCS) 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.

PFCCS 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: Tuesday, October 28, 2025

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 AHSP building. We recommend parking in Lot P4 (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