What is PEPP?

PEPP represents a complete source of pre-hospital medical information for the emergency care of infants and children. Developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, PEPP is an exciting curriculum designed to teach pre-hospital professionals how to better assess and manage ill or injured children. PEPP is a comprehensive, innovative, and highly visual course featuring case-based lectures, hands-on skills stations, and small group scenarios.

What is the history of the PEPP Course?

The PEPP Course represents over a decade of collaboration between physicians, nurses, and pre-hospital professionals. PEPP began in 1990 as a part of a State of California initiative, and has since expanded both domestically and internationally. In 1995 the first PEPP course was conducted, and in 1998 the AAP reorganised and expanded the course. Edoceo Group educators have been teaching PEPP since 2004.

What is the recommended PEPP instructor-to-participant ratio?

The Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEPP) program ratios are:

• Skill stations require a Faculty-to-student ratio of 1:6.
• Case-based scenarios require a Faculty-to-student ratio of 1:10.

How does a Provider receive a Course Completion Certificate?

To successfully complete a PEPP Course, providers must:

1. Participate in the complete PEPP course taught by a PEPP Course Coordinator
2. Complete the precourse work
3. Pass the final examination

Students who successfully meet these requirements are eligible to receive a PEPP Course Completion Certificate. The Course Completion Certificate is electronically sent to the student and is valid for 2 years.