Pediatric Readiness Recognition Programs Collaborative
Pediatric readiness recognition programs are state-based programs that honor and acknowledge emergency departments (EDs) and prehospital agencies for achieving certain standards in pediatric emergency care. These programs help encourage adherence to pediatric emergency care guidelines and contribute to the development of a well-organized system of care for ill and injured children.
Developing and implementing recognition programs for EDs and EMS agencies is a primary goal for EMSC State Partnership Programs. These recognition programs represent the culmination of participation in one of two national initiatives the National Pediatric Readiness Project (for EDs) or the National Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Project (for EMS).
Watch past collaborative sessions.
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Pediatric Readiness Exchange
Join a network of EMSC State Partnership Program Managers and their teams from across the nation who are passionate about improving pediatric emergency care and are working on Pediatric Readiness Recognition Programs in their state.
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2023 Cohort
Learn more about the most recent cohort's work to come to consensus on recommended minimum criteria for ED and EMS pediatric readiness recognition programs.
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2017 Cohort
Learn more about the original cohort's work with states to develop and implement plans for recognizing EDs