ACRRM’s Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists clinical training course provides Rural Generalists with the critical skills and confidence to manage paediatric emergencies during the vital early hours of a life-threatening illness or injury.
Developed by Rural Generalists for Rural Generalists, this hands-on course meets Australian Resuscitation Council standards for Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) with participants gaining a Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) qualification in line with ANZCOR guidelines.
Delivered in a flexible blended format, this blended course includes 8 hours of flexible, self-paced online learning followed by two days of practical, face-to-face workshops, focused on procedural skills and clinical simulations. It is specifically designed to meet the challenges of rural and remote emergency care—where personnel and resources are limited—with training focused on:
- Early recognition of illness and preventing deterioration to reduce the need for advanced life support
- Managing deterioration in children
- Paediatric airway and trauma management
- Care of infants
- Team leadership in emergency situations
The course uses contemporary, evidence-based teaching and realistic clinical simulations to develop procedural skills and clinical decision-making. A non-confrontational, guided assessment model replaces formal exams, with multiple supported opportunities to demonstrate competency—mirroring real-world teamwork and practice.
Appropriate for: Rural Generalists, GPs, registrars, and clinicians seeking to strengthen their paediatric emergency response in rural settings.
Please note: It is recommended that participants register for the course at least 6 weeks prior to the in-person workshop days, to ensure that you have enough time to complete the online modules prior to the course.
Registration Information
| Dates | Course | Location | State | CPD Hours | Fees | Available Spaces | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 23 Aug 2025 - Sun, 24 Aug 2025 | Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists - Sydney 23 - 24 August 2025 |
Sydney |
NSW | 23.5 |
Member: 3160.00 Non Member: 3480.00 |
19 | Register |
| Sat, 11 Oct 2025 - Sun, 12 Oct 2025 | Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists - Adelaide 11-12 October 2025 |
Adelaide |
SA | 23.5 |
Member: 3160.00 Non Member: 3480.00 |
18 | Register |
| Mon, 27 Oct 2025 - Tue, 28 Oct 2025 | Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists - Perth 27-28 October 2025 |
Post RMA Perth |
WA | 23.5 |
Member: 3160.00 Non Member: 3480.00 |
19 | Register |
| Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - Fri, 05 Dec 2025 | Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists - Brisbane 4-5 December 2025 |
Brisbane |
QLD | 23.5 |
Member: 3160.00 Non Member: 3480.00 |
19 | Register |
Accreditation
ACRRM CPD Program
Educational Activity: 7 hours (including online learning), Performance Review: 14 Hours, Emergency Medicine MOPS: 6 Hours, Anaesthetic MOPS: 1 Hours, AST-Paediatrics MOPS: 6 hours, Obstetrics and Gynaecology MOPS: 6 hours, Basic Life Support
Conditions
Fees must be paid at the time of registration in order to secure a place. A grant may be available to fund your attendance at this course. Read more and find out if you are eligible for a grant.
Please note:
- It is mandatory that participants be present for the entire duration of the course on both days (8.00am to 5.00pm day 1, 9.00am to 3.00pm day 2 local time). Therefore, it is highly recommended for interstate travellers to arrive at the course location at least one day prior to the commencement of the course.
- If a participant arrives after the course has commenced or departs before the course closes, they will be ineligible to receive a Certificate of Completion or the allocated CPD hours. The participant will be required to re-book, which will incur additional charges.
- Participants will be required to successfully complete the online modules and assessments (approximately 8 hours) before attending the face-to-face days.