The e-ILS (Half-Day) course is a Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK) approved blended learning programme delivered by PLAB Guide Academy. It combines mandatory RCUK e-learning with a half-day, face-to-face practical session, allowing candidates to complete theory in advance and focus on hands-on skills.

The course prepares healthcare professionals to recognise and manage the deteriorating adult patient and respond effectively to adult cardiac arrest using current RCUK ILS algorithms. On successful completion, candidates receive RCUK ILS certification, fully recognised across the NHS.

Course Overview

A comprehensive two-day, face-to-face course designed to equip healthcare professionals with the advanced knowledge and practical skills to manage critically ill or injured children — including those in respiratory failure, circulatory collapse, or cardiac arrest. The course aligns with the latest RCUK EPALS guidelines and combines theory, interactive learning, and realistic simulation scenarios.

Who Should Attend

• International Medical Graduates preparing for PLAB or NHS jobs
• Doctors, nurses, paramedics, and allied health professionals
• Clinicians working in paediatrics, emergency medicine, anaesthetics, ICU, or urgent care settings

Skills You’ll Gain

• Early recognition and management of deteriorating paediatric patients using the ABCDE approach
• Performing high-quality paediatric CPR and safe defibrillation
• Stabilising critically ill children, including those in cardiac arrest
• Effective airway management using adjuncts and bag-valve-mask ventilation
• Leading and working within multidisciplinary paediatric resuscitation teams
• Applying leadership, teamwork, and communication skills in high-pressure situations
• Structured SBAR handover and safe escalation in paediatric emergencies

Course Format

• 2 full days (in-person) training at our Manchester academy
• Hands-on skill sessions using SimMan, airway trainers, and paediatric manikins
• Tutor-led workshops, team-based drills, and scenario simulations
• Interactive discussions and immediate debrief after each practical station
• Mandatory pre-course e-learning via Resuscitation Council UK LMS

Assessment & Certification

• Continuous practical assessment throughout both days
• Final MCQ and scenario-based simulation assessment
• On completion, receive a Resuscitation Council UK EPALS Certificate (valid for 4 years)
• Accepted for NHS portfolios, CPD, revalidation, and professional registration

Why Choose PLAB Guide Academy

• Taught by NHS emergency and paediatric doctors with advanced resuscitation expertise
• Small candidate-to-instructor ratio for personalised feedback
• High-fidelity simulation using realistic paediatric manikins
• Supportive environment — ideal for both first-time learners and recertification candidates
• Modern training facility in Levenshulme, Manchester with free parking
• Includes refreshments and a professional, friendly learning atmosphere

Booking & Support

• Advance booking recommended (4–6 weeks before course)
• Limited slots available — early registration advised
• Recertification option: attend Day 2 only (within 12 months of certificate expiry)
• Group bookings (6+ candidates) can be arranged for custom dates
• Contact our support team anytime via WhatsApp or email for guidance