ACLS Provider Course Description

This Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate and manage the first 10 minutes of an adult ventricular fibrillation/ventricular tachycardia (VF/VT) arrest, the first 10 minutes of an adult bradyarrhythmic arrest, and other cardiopulmonary emergencies.

Course Overview: Students will develop proficiency in advanced resuscitation techniques, systematic patient assessment, and algorithm-based decision making. The course emphasizes high-performance team dynamics, effective communication strategies, and evidence-based interventions for cardiovascular emergencies. Through case-based learning and hands-on practice, participants will gain confidence in leading and participating in resuscitation efforts.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Apply systematic approaches to cardiopulmonary emergencies

• Demonstrate proficiency with ACLS treatment algorithms

• Practice effective team communication and role assignment

• Recognize and manage cardiac arrest rhythms

• Implement appropriate pharmacological interventions

• Coordinate post-resuscitation care

Course Materials: Each participant receives the comprehensive ACLS Provider Manual, which contains all essential course content and serves as a valuable clinical reference tool. Updated with the latest science from the 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care, the manual includes detailed case studies, treatment algorithms, and the ACLS Reference Card Set for quick access to critical information during emergencies.

Target Audience: Healthcare professionals who participate in or lead adult resuscitation efforts, including emergency department staff, intensive care unit personnel, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and other clinicians involved in emergency response.

Prerequisites: Current BLS Provider certification required

Certification: Upon successful completion of skills testing and written examination, participants receive an AHA ACLS Provider course completion card, valid for two years.