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More than 20,000 children in the United States will die this year and more than 30,000 children will become permanently disabled as a result of injuries, according to the National Pediatric Trauma Registry.

Pediatric trauma care is unique in several ways. The PITLS course is designed to train EMTs, paramedics, nurses and other allied health professionals to recognize the anatomical and physiological differences of the pediatric trauma patient as well as understand the special role parents play in managing the patient and providing interventions in a timely manner.

It is recommended that student registering for this course have prior ITLS or PHTLS certification. Please visit the calendar section or contact the Center for course dates.

Course Dates for 2010:
November 12th, 2010

Tuition: $125.00
Tuition includes instruction, course materials and refreshments.

Recommended Textbook:
Dietrich, Ann Marie, Steven Shaner, and John Campbell, eds. Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support Updated, 2nd Edition. Oakbrook Terrace:BTLS Internationl, Inc., 2002

Textbook information for any course:
Course textbooks are available at the:
University of Pittsburgh Health Book Center, 3527 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA.
Telephone: 412-648-8915
The bookstore is located less than one block from the Center for Emergency Mediicne

Students are responsible for obtaining any course books

Registration:
Pre-registration is mandatory. Enrollment for each course is limited; classes are filled in the order in which applications are received. No phone registrations will be accepted.

Please contact Jonathan Lever for more information at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (412)647-3643

Acceptable forms of payment:
The Center for Emergency Medicine can accept Checks, Money Orders, or Credit Cards as forms of payment for classes. The Center is no longer able to accept Cash as a method of payment. Credit Cards Accepted: Mastercard, VISA, American Express, Discover, Diners Club.

Refunds:
Requests for full refunds must be made in writing at least ten working days prior to the course. The course fee will be returned with a 20% deduction for administrative fees. No refunds are issued for cancellations made after the above-mentioned deadline or for failure to attend the course. In the event of course cancellation, participants are notified and a full refund granted.

The Center for Emergency Medicine, as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. Accordingly, the Center prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era. This policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment by Center programs and activities. This is a commitment made by the Center and is in accordance with federal, state, and or local laws and regulations.