July 1, 2025 – Weβve just rolled out the new Prepared for Pediatrics EMS program to support safer, more effective emergency care for kids. Head over to the Prehospital Readiness page for the full details and resources.
December 2025 – We are processing Prepared for Pediatrics EMS Letters of Intent as they are receivedΒ Please emailΒ EMSC@pehsc.org with any questions.Β
January 2026 –Β The Prepared for Pediatrics ED program is awaiting final approval.Β Please check back over the next few weeks for more information on the Facility Readiness page.Β Β
Welcome to the Pennsylvania EMS for Children Program!
The EMS for Children Program in Pennsylvania is a collaborative effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Health β Bureau of EMS, the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council (PEHSC), and other partners as part of a federal grant initiative through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
The mission of the Federal EMS for Children Program is to ensure that all children and adolescents, no matter where they live, attend school, or travel, receive appropriate care in a health emergency.
The National Pediatric Readiness Project is a national multi-phase quality improvement initiative to ensure all U.S. emergency departments and EMS agencies that respond to public 911 calls for service have the essential guidelines and resources in place to provide effective high- quality emergency care to children.
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Check the PA EMS for Children page often for information on pediatric continuing education classes,
Thank you to the 125 hospital emergency departments throughout Pennsylvania who participated in the 2026 National Pediatric Readiness Assessment. Your commitment to pediatric readiness demonstrates a commitment to the care and health of this fragile population.
Many many thanks,
Duane Spencer BS, NRP. PA EMSC Program ManagerDid your ED participate in the NPRP Nationwide Assessment? Now itβs time to build on that momentum. The redesigned NPRP Toolkit includes 100+ practical resources, templates, and examples to help EDs strengthen Pediatric Readiness and support meaningful change. Learn more: emscimprovement.center/domains/pediatric-readiness-project/readiness-toolkit-checklist/ #EMSC #PediatricReadiness #PediatricEmergency
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ππΆ Tiny Patient. Big Emergency
A sick newborn can be one of the most challenging patients encountered by EMS and ED providers. The signs can be subtle, the stakes are high, and early recognition can make all the difference.
Join us for CHOP EMS Grand Rounds:
π Wednesday, June 3
β° 2:00 PM
π» Virtual
π©Ί The Sick Neonate
Presented by Dr. Ammarah Iqbal, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician at CHOP
Topics include:
πΆ Recognizing the sick neonate
π§ A systematic approach to neonatal assessment
β οΈ Case-based discussion of three high-risk neonatal emergencies
Whether you're an EMT, paramedic, nurse, APP, physician, respiratory therapist, or emergency department provider, this session will provide practical tools you can use on your very next call.
π PA EMS Continuing Education Available
π Register today:
chop.enrollware.com
Find the care your family needs, close to home, at one of our many Care Network locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and now New York.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
EMS for Children Day is almost here. As part of National #EMSWeek on May 20, join us for a focused webinar on managing C-spine injuries in the prehospital setting. Free CAPCE credit is available.
Register now and save your spot: emscimprovement.center/domains/prehospital-care/ems-week/
#EMSC #PediatricReadiness #PediatricEmergency #EMSWeek
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This is what persistence can accomplish. β€οΈ After decades of tireless dedication from families and advocates, Greg Moyerβs Law has officially been signed by Governor Shapiro.
This lifeβsaving law exists because more than 25 years ago, Rachel Moyer lost her son Greg to cardiac arrest at his high school basketball game and refused to accept that another family should ever experience a preventable loss like hers.
Thanks to the leadership of SB 375 sponsor Senator Rosemary Brown and the unwavering commitment of the PA Smart Heart Sports Coalition, every Pennsylvania school will now be required to have a cardiac emergency response plan, ensure staff are trained in CPR and AED use and make AEDs accessible at school athletic events.
This is what advocacy looks like. This is what it means to turn heartbreak into action. Lives will be saved because people never stopped fighting.
#NationofLifesavers #CPRwithHeart #CPRSavesLives #HeartPowered
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Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council (PEHSC)
Legislatively authorized advisory body to the Pennsylvania Dept. of Health on issues related to EMS
π Rural EMS providersβthis oneβs worth a look.
A July 20 Field Day is focused on real risks we see in the field: digesters, manure systems, and confined spaces.
Great opportunity to learn, connect, and stay sharp.
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July 20
π Details & registration on the flier
redcap.ctsi.psu.edu/surveys/?s=ELKWPXHKJ8JXD778
Please shareβawareness matters. π¨
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π **Pennsylvania EMS Professionals β We Need Your Input!**
EMS providers face unique challenges that can impact mental health, wellness, and job satisfaction. Researchers are conducting an IRB-approved, anonymous national survey to better understand burnout, mental health, coping strategies, and resource utilization among EMS professionals.
Your participation will help provide valuable insight into the experiences of EMS clinicians across Pennsylvania and the nation, while supporting future wellness initiatives for the EMS community.
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Takes less than 10 minutes to complete
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Completely anonymous β no names, IP addresses, agency identifiers, or personally identifiable information collected
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Includes information on available crisis and wellness resources
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Results will be reported only in aggregate
**Survey Link:**
redcap.slhn.org/surveys/?s=78TXYMHR4CE9N99T
The more Pennsylvania EMS professionals who participate, the stronger the data will be to help inform future provider wellness efforts. THE DEADLINE TO RESPOND IS AUGUST 31, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to contribute to this important research and for your continued service to your communities.
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June 1β7 is CPR & AED Awareness Week.
About 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes. If someone you love collapses, you could be the difference between life and death.
CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a personβs chance of survival.
Learn Hands-Only CPR in 2 simple steps:
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Call 911
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Push hard and fast in the center of the chest
Be ready. Be a lifesaver. What if it were them?
#CPRAEDAwarenessWeek #CPRSavesLives #BeTheDifference #PEHSC #YourVoiceInEMS
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This Memorial Day, PEHSC solemnly honors and remembers the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice protects the freedoms we enjoy and inspires our continued commitment to serving our communities.
As we gather with family and friends, we encourage everyone to pause and reflect on the true meaning of this day. Let us honor the fallen through service, remembrance, and gratitude.
We remember. We honor. We serve.
#MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #pehsc #EMS #ServiceBeforeSelf #yourvoiceinems
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π Thank You for Supporting EMS π
Thank you to everyone who supports emergency medical services and the dedicated professionals who serve our communities every day. EMS is more than a jobβitβs a calling.
EMS providers give of themselves daily, answering calls at all hours, putting others first, and standing ready when emergencies strike. Their commitment, skill, and compassion save lives and strengthen communities across Pennsylvania and beyond.
EMS professionals deserve recognition not just during EMS Week, but every chance we get. Please join us in thanking EMS providers for their unwavering service and dedication.
We invite you to Join PEHSC as an Organization or Individual by applying on our site pehsc.org and strengthening Your Voice In EMS.
#EMSWeek2026 #ThankYouEMS #EMSStrong #PublicService #ImprovingOutcomesTogether #PAEMS #yourvoiceinems
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EMS for Children in Pennsylvania provides programs and support in the pre-hospital and emergency department settings for the emergent care of children and other associated activities. Development, implementation and support of these programs comes from a representative group of advisory committee members and statewide pediatric champions who are dedicated to the delivery of prompt, safe, and competent care for our children.
