ACLS Recertification Classes (100% Online)
$170
Refresher course for those with previous ACLS certification
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This ACLS Recertification course reflects the 2010 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for CPR and ECC and ILCOR International Consensus on CPR and ECC Science with Treatment Recommendations.
Common ACLS recertification students: General practice doctors, physician assistants, professional EMS personnel, health professionals who want to keep their ACLS certifications current, experienced ACLS responders who want to learn new advances in treatment
Overview: In this course, using entirely online study and tests, medical professionals and other first responders who have previously attained ACLS certification will receive refresher instruction to enhance and update their skills. The course reinforces a person's ability to recognize when an adult is experiencing a life-threatening cardiac event. Participants will be refreshed on how to provide interventions for advanced cardiac life support. In addition, they are provided with up-to-date information and treatments utilizing guidelines published by the American Heart Association. No in-person testing is required for recertification. Students may receive continuing education credits from CECBEMS, AAFP and AAPA.
Course details: Students will refresh their CPR skills as a basic building block for care of cardiac patients. Course materials cover recognition of symptoms for ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes, as well as ways to treat them. In addition to on-the-scene cardiac arrest care and treatment, the course covers emergency care for other life-threatening cardiopulmonary conditions. Students will review ACLS algorithms and how to use them. Finally, to round out emergency skills, students learn the subtleties of coordinating a team of rescuers, including how to communicate effectively to assure excellent care of the patient. The course certifies that students have the knowledge and ability to address cardiac-related emergency situations and save lives.
For first time ACLS Certification, sign up for our ACLS Courses.
Prepare for your ACLS Recertification with a full-length interactive timed practice exam.
If your employer requires that you have an American Heart Association card for ACLS, click here for HeartCode® ACLS. Note that HeartCode® ACLS Part 1 does require an in-person skill practice and test (Parts 2 & 3). You may incur an additional fee for Parts 2 & 3 (skills practice and testing with an AHA ACLS instructor).