The ACLS Provider course will help you to develop skills – as a member of a healthcare team – in simulated situations that mirror real-life cardiac-related emergencies in your work life.
These simulations will involve 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. You will be able to reinforce concepts, undertake skills practice, receive coaching and correction, and refine your abilities before final testing.
This course is offered in the blended learning format in which you delve into parts of the curriculum on your own time and at your own pace and then take the instructor-led, in-classroom component on the date specified.
Intended Audience:
ACLS is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes but is not limited to: physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, registered respiratory therapists, dentists, dental assistants.
Course information:
Through didactic instruction and active participation in simulated cases, students will enhance their skills in the recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes. The goal of this course is to improve outcomes for adult patients of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies through early recognition and interventions by high-performance teams.
ACLS Registration Information
The ACLS Provider Blended Course has 2 parts. Part 1 is an online, virtual module. This module is asynchronous, completed on your own time, and at your own pace. Completion of this Part 1 module, including passing of the written exam (84%, 2 attempts maximum), is a pre-requisite for entry into the Part 2 in-person component which will take place on the date specified.
Prior to attempting the Part 1 virtual component, you must complete the ACLS Pre-course Assessment. Passing score 70%, unlimited attempts.
To register for the course:
· You must register on this site.
· You must register on the Heart & Stroke website for the corresponding course. If you are having difficulties, please contact rsc@hsf.ca or call 1-877-473-0333.
Pre-requisites:
· Completed ACLS Pre-course Assessment. Passing score 70%.
· Completion of this Part 1 module, including passing of the written exam. Passing score of 84%.
· Valid BLS certification from Heart and Stroke Foundation (within 12 months at the time that you attend the part 2 in-person component).
Key/Materials information:
You will receive access to the virtual, online module from Heart and Stroke Foundation 4 weeks in advance of the date specified for the in-person component. You will only receive access when all the following are complete:
- Payment is received.
- Registration for the course on Heart and Stroke Training Portal.
- Registration on the CVENT site.
Access to the online module will be emailed to you about 4 weeks prior to the course date you select in the form of a "key", and you will be able to access it through the Heart and Stroke Training portal.
Please note that upon completion of the ACLS Pre-Course Self-Assessment, and Online Blended Module, those certifications are valid for 90 days. Please be mindful of this timing relative to the date of your ACLS course, as we are unable to accept expired pre-requisite certifications.
For the Online Blended Module, once you complete the Final Exam section, the module is considered finished and your certification 90-day window begins. If the module is opened and in progress, it remains accessible without an expiry date at the time.
With this key, you will also have access to electronic versions of the course materials including ACLS Provider Manual and pocket reference card. If you would prefer physical copies of the materials, you will need to purchase them separately through the "Shop" tab on the Heart and Stroke training portal. Another pre-requisite material for the course is the 2025 ECC Handbook, which can also be purchased through the "Shop" tab.
Additional Information
Attendance Guidelines
- Please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to start time.
- Attendance for the full day duration is mandatory.
- Due to the volume of material this session covers, we will not be able accept late arrivals.
- Late arrivals and those not participating for the full duration of the day will be asked to reschedule at their own expense.
