HeartCode ACLS Blended Learning (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
American Heart Association ACLS Certification Class (HeartCode ACLS Blended Learning)
The Blended Learning HeartCode ACLS class is a hybrid learning course that consists of an online ACLS class followed by an in-person ACLS Skills Session with our AHA instructor. The Skills Session consists of a brief review followed by hands-on practice of ACLS skills. Students receive an American Heart Association “ACLS Provider” certification. This course is appropriate for initial ACLS certification and ACLS renewal / ACLS update.
The AHA HeartCode ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) course builds on the foundation of lifesaving Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR.
The following topics are covered in the Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support online class:
- BLS skills, including effective chest compressions and use of a bag-mask device
- Recognition and early management of cardiac arrest
- Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as tachyarrhythmias and symptomatic bradycardia
- Airway management
- Related pharmacology
- Management of ACS and stroke
- Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team
During the AHA HeartCode ACLS Skills Session (also known as an ACLS Assessment, ACLS Psychomotor Skills Assessment, or ACLS Skills Check), participants will have an opportunity to review the current ACLS guidelines with the instructor, including peri-arrest and cardiac arrest algorithms and medications, before demonstrating adult BLS, ventilation, and megacode scenarios in a realistic ACLS training room.
You can learn more about the benefits of Blended Learning here.
We also offer the in-person, instructor-led American Heart Association ACLS course (initial or renewal) privately to individuals and groups, either in our classroom or at your location. Contact us to learn more.
This ACLS certification class serves healthcare professionals throughout Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and Petaluma, as well as Napa County, Marin County, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.
Prerequisites
Students must complete the online course before showing up for the in-person Skills Session and provide proof of completion to the instructor. There is an option to purchase the ACLS online course when enrolling in the ACLS Skills Session.
Students must also have basic ECG interpretation skills. ECG analysis is not taught in this class. If you are unsure of your ability to interpret ECGs, please attempt the AHA ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment to evaluate your skills. If you need help with basic ECG interpretation, please contact us for private tutoring sessions.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies, and personnel in emergency response. This may include physicians, nurses, paramedics, physician assistants, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, radiology technicians, etc.
Healthcare professionals who provide direct patient care also require BLS certification.
Healthcare professionals who provide emergency care for infants and children may also require PALS certification.
Healthcare professionals working in neonatal care may also require NRP certification.
Class Features
Format:
Online course plus in-person Skills Session
Duration:
2-6 hours (online course)
1-2 hours (Skills Session)
Certification:
American Heart Association ACLS Provider. Valid for two years.
Price:
$178 (online course)
$150 (Skills Session)
American Heart Association ACLS Certification Class (HeartCode ACLS Blended Learning)
The Blended Learning HeartCode ACLS class is a hybrid learning course that consists of an online ACLS class followed by an in-person ACLS Skills Session with our AHA instructor. The Skills Session consists of a brief review followed by hands-on practice of ACLS skills. Students receive an American Heart Association “ACLS Provider” certification. This course is appropriate for initial ACLS certification and ACLS renewal / ACLS update.
The AHA HeartCode ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) course builds on the foundation of lifesaving Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR.
The following topics are covered in the Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support online class:
- BLS skills, including effective chest compressions and use of a bag-mask device
- Recognition and early management of cardiac arrest
- Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as tachyarrhythmias and symptomatic bradycardia
- Airway management
- Related pharmacology
- Management of ACS and stroke
- Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team
During the AHA HeartCode ACLS Skills Session (also known as an ACLS Assessment, ACLS Psychomotor Skills Assessment, or ACLS Skills Check), participants will have an opportunity to review the current ACLS guidelines with the instructor, including peri-arrest and cardiac arrest algorithms and medications, before demonstrating adult BLS, ventilation, and megacode scenarios in a realistic ACLS training room.
You can learn more about the benefits of Blended Learning here.
We also offer the in-person, instructor-led American Heart Association ACLS course (initial or renewal) privately to individuals and groups, either in our classroom or at your location. Contact us to learn more.
This ACLS certification class serves healthcare professionals throughout Sonoma County, including Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and Petaluma, as well as Napa County, Marin County, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.
Prerequisites
Students must complete the online course before showing up for the in-person Skills Session and provide proof of completion to the instructor. There is an option to purchase the ACLS online course when enrolling in the ACLS Skills Session.
Students must also have basic ECG interpretation skills. ECG analysis is not taught in this class. If you are unsure of your ability to interpret ECGs, please attempt the AHA ACLS Precourse Self-Assessment to evaluate your skills. If you need help with basic ECG interpretation, please contact us for private tutoring sessions.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies, and personnel in emergency response. This may include physicians, nurses, paramedics, physician assistants, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, radiology technicians, etc.
Healthcare professionals who provide direct patient care also require BLS certification.
Healthcare professionals who provide emergency care for infants and children may also require PALS certification.
Healthcare professionals working in neonatal care may also require NRP certification.
