PEPP General Facts

Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP)

Overview:

PEPP represents a complete source of prehospital 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 prehospital professionals how to better assess and manage ill or injured children.

PEPP is a comprehensive, innovative, and highly visual course featuring case-based lectures, live-action video, hands-on skills stations, and small group scenarios.

Target Audience:
EMTs and Paramedics or nurses and physicians who work in EMS.

Reach of Program:
2,100 course coordinators
12,000 providers
Approximately 100 courses held per month

Course Materials:
Materials can be purchased through the AAP by calling 888-227-1770 (http://shop.aap.org/product-list/?q=pepp), or
through Jones and Bartlett Learning at 1-800-832-0034 (http://www.jblearning.com/catalog/9781449670436/).

Staff Contact:
Karen Kostakis (800) 433-9016, ext 6167 or pepp@aap.org 

Website:
www.peppsite.com