Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Training & Certification
Advanced cardiac training for adults. This course provided by the American Heart Association will teach students how to manage various cardiac-related emergencies such as bradycardia, tachycardia and cardiac arrest.
The AHA ACLS Course is a comprehensive and advanced training program designed for healthcare professionals seeking to elevate their emergency response skills in critical cardiovascular situations. Developed by the American Heart Association, this course equips participants with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions and provide advanced life support in cardiac emergencies. Upon completion of this course, students will receive an ACLS certification from the American Heart Association that is valid for 2 years.
Course Details
This is what you will learn about in an ACLS class
- The Science of Resuscitation.
- Management of strokes and heart attacks.
- Use of oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airway adjuncts.
- How measuring ETCO2 benefits a patient in a code setting.
- BLS review for adults.
- Management of tachycardia and bradycardia.
- How to run a code.
- How to work in a high-performance team.
- Post-cardiac care.
Who should take this class?
This course is recommended for, but not limited to, the following types of professions:
- Doctors
- PA's
- Nurses
- Paramedics
- Respiratory Therapists
Our class registration process is simple.
Pick between our traditional classroom or online-hybrid course options below. Check out our FAQ section below if you have questions or give us a call!
ACLS Initial
Students must complete the ACLS pre-course self assessment exam with a 70% or greater prior to class.
This is an AHA requirement and you will not be able to take the course if it is not completed by the morning of your class.
After registering, you will be emailed the link for the exam. You may also access it by clicking here.
ACLS Initial
Class length: 8 hours
Price: $225
Please plan for a 30-minute lunch. Our office has water, a microwave and a fridge to store food if you need it. The 8-hour day includes the 30-minute lunch break.
ACLS Renewal
- You must have a current ACLS provider card. If you have not taken an ACLS class before, you must take an ACLS initial course listed above.
Students must present their current, non-expired ACLS provider card before or at time of class.
Students must also complete the ACLS pre-course self assessment exam with a 70% or greater prior to class.
This is an AHA requirement and you will not be able to take the course if it is not completed by the time of your class.
After registering, you will be emailed the link for the exam. You may also access it by clicking here.
Students can send a copy of their results to our office email or bring a paper copy to class.
ACLS Renewal
Class length: 6 hours
Price: $190
ACLS Online-Hybrid
Also referred to as ACLS Heartcode, this hybrid-online course allows you to learn the material at your own pace online.
We say to plan for around 5 hours to complete the online module however some students may finish it in 3 hours and some, 7 hours. It is self-paced and time will vary.
You are able to pause and go.
This class has 2 components: Online module (part 1) and In-person skills session (part 2).
Both parts are required to receive a valid ACLS certification, good for 2 years.
Part 1 must be completed first.
The online module for this course is owned entirely by the American Heart Association (AHA).
We prefer you buy the course directly from them.
To purchase, please click the “Purchase” button below. You’ll be taken directly to their website to complete your transaction.
Please review AHA’s refund policy regarding eLearning products here.
Because this is an AHA eLearning course, we are unable to assist with your online module if you are having trouble. Please contact them directly at 1-(888) 277-5463.
Once you have completed your online module (part 1), you will receive a course completion certificate.
Bring this certificate with you on the day of your skills session or email it to support@firstrescuecpr.com.
We cannot accept you into the class without this certificate.
Call to schedule your ACLS skills session. We have plenty of times available. You may call or email us at support@firstrescuecpr.com to see what dates we have if you prefer.
ACLS Skills Session
Class length: 1 hour
Price: $75
The First Rescue CPR Advantage
- Flexible class dates and times. Easy registration process.
- 99% passing rate. Free remediation if needed.
- Same day certification.
- Excellent customer service. Fast and friendly responses. Always!
- 100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
Looking for a group class?
If you have a group of people who need to take this class, you have the option to book a private group session with us.
The class can be held at our office or at yours!
Questions about ACLS?
ACLS stands for Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support. It is an advanced, evidence-based resuscitation training program designed for healthcare professionals to respond to cardiovascular emergencies.
ACLS training is typically recommended for healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other advanced life support providers.
ACLS certifications usually last for two years. After this period, individuals need to take a recertification course to renew their certification.
ACLS classes cover a range of advanced topics, including recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest, algorithms for specific emergency situations, airway management, and pharmacology.
With exception to completing the pre-course self assessment test, there is no specific pre-requisite, participants are generally expected to have a solid understanding of Basic Life Support (BLS) principles before taking an ACLS course.
Yes, ACLS courses typically include a written exam to assess participants’ understanding of the theoretical concepts covered in the course.
Yes, ACLS training involves hands-on skills assessments to ensure participants can effectively perform advanced life support techniques, such as airway management, use of medications, and rhythm recognition.
The Megacode is a simulated scenario in ACLS training where participants demonstrate their ability to integrate various skills and knowledge to manage a complex cardiovascular emergency situation.