Pre-Hospital Life Support Course (PHLS) Level 1 – By PHC Malaysia
Course Overview
This Pre-Hospital Life Support Course (PHLS) course prepares healthcare professionals and first responders to provide effective, life-saving interventions before patients reach the hospital. Designed for those working in the prehospital environment in Malaysia, this course emphasises rapid assessment, emergency stabilisation and safe transfer to definitive care facilities.
Who Is This Course For?
The "Pre-Hospital Life Support Course (PHLS) Level 1 – By PHC Malaysia" is tailored for healthcare professionals and first responders who play a critical role in emergency medical situations. This course is ideal for job titles such as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Paramedics, Nurses, Medical Assistants, and Firefighters. Individuals working in industries such as emergency services, healthcare, and public safety will find this training invaluable. Designed for varying skill levels—from beginners seeking foundational knowledge in pre-hospital care to experienced practitioners aiming to refresh their skills—this course provides essential training in life support techniques crucial for saving lives in critical situations. Participants will benefit greatly from having relevant certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), or other emergency response qualifications. By enhancing your skills with the PHLS Level 1 course, you can also explore related professional development paths like Advanced Pre-Hospital Care, Emergency Medical Response, and Trauma Life Support to further your career in emergency healthcare.
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Your Clinical Faculty
Amala Dass
Training Director & Paramedic
MMC: Singapore Civil Defence Academy Paramedic License
Paramedic Level 1-3 (Singapore Civil Defence Academy), HRD Corp Accredited Trainer (2025), AHA ACLS/PALS/BLS Instructor, UN Mission Lead Medic
Specialty: Emergency Medical Services & Paramedicine
Amala Dass serves as Training Director at 1 Accelerate, bringing 30 years of extensive emergency response experience. Trained at the School of Military Medicine, Singapore (Paramedic Level 1-3), he served with the Singapore Civil Defence Force Emergency Ambulance Service. He holds Paramedic certifications Level 1-3 (Singapore Civil Defence Academy) and is a HRD Corp Accredited Trainer (2025). As an AHA ACLS/PALS/BLS Instructor and UN Mission Lead Medic, Amala delivers world-class life support training with real-world crisis management expertise.
Dr. Deborah Shobana Das
Medical Officer & Medical Director
MMC: MMC Registered Doctor
MBBS (Mahsa University), Medical Officer (KK Jinjang), AHA/ITLS/NAEMT Instructor
Specialty: Tactical Emergency Casualty Care & Trauma Life Support Training
Dr. Deborah Shobana Das is a Medical Officer and the Medical Director at 1 Accelerate. Graduating with MBBS from Mahsa University, she holds instructor certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), and more. Her clinical practice combined with teaching expertise ensures students receive evidence-based, high-quality training.
Dr. Elamathe
Medical Doctor & AHA Triple Instructor
MMC: MMC Registered Physician
MD (UKM), AHA Triple Instructor (ACLS/PALS/BLS)
Specialty: Primary Care & Life Support Training
Dr. Elamathe graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). As an AHA Triple Instructor certified in ACLS, PALS, and BLS, Dr. Elamathe brings clinical precision and academic rigor to every training session. Her expertise ensures participants receive the highest standard of life support education aligned with American Heart Association guidelines.
Goh Jia Meng Ethan
Assistant Medical Officer
MMC: Medical Assistant Diploma - Ramsay Sime Darby
Medical Assistant Board registered Assistant Medical Officer, AHA Triple Instructor (ACLS/PALS/BLS)
Specialty: Emergency Medical Assistance & Life Support
Goh Jia Meng Ethan is a Medical Assistant Board registered Assistant Medical Officer with AHA Triple Instructor certification in ACLS, PALS, and BLS. With extensive frontline healthcare experience and certified teaching credentials, Ethan combines clinical expertise with hands-on knowledge to deliver practical, scenario-based training that prepares students for real emergency situations.
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Pre-Hospital Life Support Course (PHLS) Level 1 – By PHC Malaysia
RM 900