Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

1. You are registering for ACLS. Do not use this event to register for BLS or PALS.
2. You will automatically be enrolled in BLS when you register for ACLS.

Part 1:

The online course includes didactic instruction and testing. The online ACLS portion of the course should take 4 hours to complete. The online BLS portion of the course will take about 90-minutes.

Part 2:

is the live skills practice and testing that will take place on the date listed on this page. Skills practice and testing may take up to three hours.

About the Online course:

This eLearning course is the self-directed online portion of ACLS and BLS blended learning, which is followed by a hands-on session for skills practice and testing.

HeartCode ACLS and BLS Part 1 are Web-based, self-paced instructional program that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. In this environment, students apply their knowledge to real-time decision making and skills development. Debriefings and coaching are provided immediately after each simulation to facilitate learning. After completing the cognitive portion of the course, students practice and test their skills with an AHA Instructor or on a voice-assisted manikin (VAM) system. Upon successful completion of the cognitive and skills tests, students receive a course completion card.

HeartCode ACLS Part 1 presents 10 interactive hospital-based cases to teach ACLS knowledge. The program builds on the foundation of lifesaving BLS for Healthcare Providers skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR. Program content highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac arrest care. The program also covers airway management and related pharmacology.

How to Access the Online Course:

Within 5 business days of completing this registration form, you will receive two emails from eLearning.heart.org with the Subject line: AHA Course Assignment on eLearning.heart.org, explaining how to access the courses through the American Heart Association's website.

If you have not received your access within 5 business days, please contact Antonio Naguiat at 415-206-4529.

For Online Course technical support please contact the AHA at 1-888-242-8883 between the hours of 9-5 p.m. EST (GMT-5) M-F.

How to prepare for your hands-on skills session:

Once you finish the online portion of the courses, print out the certificates of completion and bring the certificates to the skills session you are registering for today. Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to your appointment time. Be prepared to fully participate in the team skills session for up to three hours.

REFUND POLICY:

Please visit the elearning.heart.org website to familiarize yourself with the online course before accessing your online course.

There will be NO Refunds for activated courses, regardless of the reason for not being able to complete the course.

Refunds will be given for courses canceled by DET. Processing fees cannot be refunded.

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