Advanced Cardiac Life Support: Initial / Renewal
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Cost: Initial Course – $285 / Renewal Course – $200
Description
Intended Audience: The ACLS Provider Course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a course completion card, valid for two years.
Course Content
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Systematic approach
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High-quality BLS
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Airway management
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Rhythm recognition
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Intravenous (IV)/intraosseous (IO) access (information only)
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Use of medications
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Electrical Therapy (Defibrillation, Cardioversion, Transcutaneous pacing)
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Team dynamics
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Students will practice the application of these and other skills in simulated cases and will practice both Team Leader and team member roles.
Certification: AHA 2020 ACLS Provider Course Completion eCard valid for 2 years.
Estimated Time
Recertification – Approximately 6-8 hours (4 hour webinar and 2 hour skills practical and exam)
Original – Approximately 12-16 hours (8 hour webinar and 4 hour skills practical and exam)