Pediatric Readiness

First learning module kicks off PECC series

The presence of pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) in EDs is tied to double-digit increases …


Bill introduced to reauthorize EMSC

As a federally funded program, EMSC must be reauthorized by Congress every five years. In …


Building PECC Capacity through Community

On Aug. 18, prehospital pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) gathered for the second state-based PECC …


National assessment highlights impact of COVID-19 on pediatric capabilities of emergency departments – with implications for survival

Media Contact: Emily Lemiska860-748-1349communications@emscimprovement.centerEmergency departments (EDs) have made progress but do not fully meet national …


Uniting to Thank and Support EMS Clinicians

On EMS for Children (EMSC) Day, May 24, as part of National EMS Week, EMSC …


Three Ways to Improve your EMS Agency’s Pediatric Readiness

“Because prehospital emergency care of children plays a critical role in the continuum of health …


Last Chance to Register for the Pediatric Readiness QI Collaborative

Registration closes June 6 for the Pediatric Readiness Quality Improvement Collaborative (PRQC). The collaborative will …



Register now for the Pediatric Readiness QI Collaborative

Through the EMSC Innovation & Improvement Center, the EMSC Program is launching its next Quality …


State Partnership Program Managers: Learn about opportunities to improve outcomes for children in your state’s EDs

Research continually demonstrates that high pediatric readiness – or following national, evidence-based guidelines for pediatric …