AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A current BLS certificate is a pre-requisite for entry on the ACLS course. Please forward copy of BLS certificate if already completed.
ACLS involves simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation during learning stations where candidates have opportunity to practice essential skills individually, in a team, and as team leader. Simulations reinforce the key concepts of: proficiency in basic life support care; recognizing and initiating early management of peri-arrest conditions; managing cardiac arrest; identifying and treating ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes; recognizing other life-threatening clinical situations and providing initial care; ACLS algorithms; and effective resuscitation team dynamics.
COURSE LENGTH:
2 days
STUDENT MATERIALS:
ACLS Provider Manual and ACLS reference cards
ASSESSMENT:
Both a written test and several skills tests are required for course completion.
CERTIFICATION UPON COURSE COMPLETION:
Internationally recognized AHA ACLS Certification, CPD certificate (CPD-accredited by the Health Professions Council of South Africa for 30 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics)
AHA DISCLAIMER:The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.
