Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Intended Audience:

Emergency personnel in intensive care or critical care departments and emergency medical providers.

Prerequisites:

Training and/or education in basic cardiac rhythm analysis (ECG interpretation.)

Professional-level Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR/AED) required or included in

ACLS course.

Class Hours:

Initial Course:  16 Hours

Renewal Course:  8 Hours (for healthcare providers with strong background in cardiac rhythms and medications who practice ACLS on a regular basis.)

Completion Requirements:

Written Exam: Required (82% or better.)

Performance Evaluation: Working as a group leader in a team setting, competently direct initial emergency care for respiratory/cardiac arrest, and management of the patient with a pulse.

Certification Period:

Up to 2 years.  Recommended annually.

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