ACLS Provider is designed specifically for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies, and who will regularly use ACLS skills within their scope of practice. This advanced course builds on skills and knowledge acquired on our Basic Life Support (BLS) course. The course gives students the opportunity to practice and demonstrate proficiency in continuous, high-quality CPR, high-performance team dynamics and communication, systems of care, recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes. Students practice the application of these and other skills in simulated cases and will practice both team leader and team member roles.

Expected Learner Competencies

The ACLS course leverages a student’s existing clinical skills, knowledge and proficiency. The following competencies are expected of students entering an ACLS Provider course:

• High-quality BLS
• Recognition of common cardiac ECG rhythms
• Effective airway management and use of adjuncts
• Knowledge of cardiac pharmacology
• Practical management of complex cases
• High-performance team skills

Prerequisites

• Current Heart & Stroke BLS Provider certification
  - AND -
• ACLS pre-course self-assessment certificate (passing score = 70%)

Course Duration

~ 14 hours

Required:

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Manual

• Print = RE5110E
• eBook = RE5110ED

2015 Handbook of Emergency Cardiovascular Care for Healthcare Providers

• Print = RE0120E
• eBook = RE0120ED

Course Completion Card

ACLS Provider

Valid for: 2 years

CME/CPD Credits

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Eligible for two (2) credits per hour under Section 2 of the MOC Program as “Traineeships”.

College of Family Physicians of Canada
Eligible for two Mainpro+ Certified credits per hour.

Other Colleges / Regulatory Bodies
Heart & Stroke courses are recognized across Canada. We are committed to continuous assessment and accreditation. Check with your college or professional affiliation to see if this course is eligible for credits.