Class Enrollment

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal Certification
Date/Time:	Tue 4/15/2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location:	Project Heartbeat: 333 Hegenberger Road Ste. #855 Oakland, CA 94621
Class Price:	$215.00

New price effective January 2023

Audience /Overview

ACLS is designed to provide healthcare professionals the ability to participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. It emphasizes the importance of BLS to patient survival, the integration of effective BLS with ACLS interventions, and the importance of effective team interaction and communication.

Must have current/non-expired ACLS Provider Card to take this re-certification course. Proof of current certification will be required prior to class.  Expired card holders and first time certification students must sign up for the ACLS initial certification.

Prerequisites

• Must have a current/non-expired ACLS card

• What to do BEFORE class:

  Every student is required to take the Precourse Self Assessment Evaluation and review the 2020 ACLS Provider Manual before attending class.

  1. Go to https://elearning.heart.org/course/423/  

  2. Re-take this Precourse Self Assessment Evaluation until you receive a 76% or higher.

  3. Print and bring Certificate of Completion and Self Assessment score. (Page 1 and 2) or email it to info@projectheartbeat.com on the day of class

   

Course Content

• Key changes in ACLS from the new 2020 AHA Guidelines
• Basic life support skills, including effective chest compressions, use of a bag-mask device and use of an (AED)
• Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
• Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia
• Airway management
• Related pharmacology
• Management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and stroke
• Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team
• Effective Resuscitation Team Dynamics

Course Format

ACLS Renewal Course: 7 hours over 1 day, time for breaks and lunch included

*course time based on 1 instructor: 8 students: 2 manikins

Features

• Course uses learning stations for practice of essential skills and simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active participation
• Hands-on class format reinforces skills proficiency
• Classroom-based works well for learners who prefer group interaction and instructor feedback while learning skills

Course Completion Card and Continuing Education

American Heart Association ACLS Provider Course Completion eCard, valid for two years.

Board of Registered Nursing Provider approved for up to 6 CE's

EMS CE's available and may vary by license type

Textbook Requirement

2020 ACLS Provider Manual-  American Heart Association requires all students to have a current textbook for class.

ISBN: 978-1-61669-772-3