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ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE
SUPPORT PROVIDER COURSE
Purpose
This course if those people
wishing to have the skills and knowledge to perform the
essential life saving techniques in Advanced Cardiac
Life Support (eACLS).
Target Audience
The course is designed for medical
providers such as physicians, nurses, emergency medical
technicians, paramedics and other professionals who may
respond to a cardiovascular emergency.
Format
A mixture of theoretical and
practical elements, with at least 50% of time spent on
practical skills.
Prerequisites
Nursing, paramedic, or Medical
qualifications
Qualification issued
Statement of Attainment - eACLS issued by
American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).
Written/Skills Exams required for
completion card
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Course Description
The Advanced Cardiovascular Life
Support course is totally redesigned for healthcare
providers who either direct or participate in the
resuscitation of a patient, whether in or out of
hospital. Through the ACLS course, providers will
enhance their skills in the treatment of the adult
victim of a cardiac arrest or other cardiopulmonary
emergencies. ACLS emphasizes the importance of basic
life support CPR to patient survival; the integration of
effective basic life support with advanced
cardiovascular life support interventions; and the
importance of effective team interaction and
communication during resuscitation.
ACLS is based on simulated
clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on
participation through learning stations where students
will practice essential skills individually, as part of
a team, and as team leader. Simulations reinforce the
following key concepts: proficiency in basic life
support care; recognizing and initiating early
management of peri-arrest conditions; managing cardiac
arrest; identifying and treating ischemic chest pain and
acute coronary syndromes; recognizing other
life-threatening clinical situations (such as stroke)
and providing initial care; ACLS algorithms; and
effective resuscitation team dynamics.
Course Length
16 hours approx., including
breaks
Student Materials:
ACLS Provider Manual ACLS Student
CD ACLS Precourse Checklist ACLS Pocket Reference Cards
Requirements for Successful
Course Completion
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Attendance at all sections of the
course is required.
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Active participation in group
activities and discussions involved in the training
program .
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Successfully complete progressive
practical assessments. Progressive assessment of the
competencies will be conducted throughout the course.
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Successfully complete a
multiple-choice theoretical assessment at the end of the
course.
Certificate Validity
It is recommended that
cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills (CPR) are refreshed
annually.
Recommended Class Size
Course Fee
Notes
Due to the practical components of
the course, participants are advised to wear comfortable
casual attire.
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