Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) course builds upon foundational life support knowledge, providing healthcare professionals with advanced techniques to manage patients experiencing cardiac arrest, stroke, or other life-threatening cardiovascular emergencies. Participants will gain expertise in the latest evidence-based methods for airway management, medication administration, electrical therapy, and advanced resuscitation procedures. Through interactive simulations and case studies, this course emphasizes team-based care, critical decision-making, and effective patient stabilization in high-pressure, emergency environments. It is an essential course for healthcare personnel involved in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies.

Target Audience:
Healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, respiratory therapists, and others who are involved in managing or participating in the treatment of cardiovascular emergencies.

Instructors:
AHA-certified instructors from LSTC.

Exams/Tests:
Multiple-choice written exam and practical skills test.

Certification:
Participants will receive an AHA ACLS provider card, valid for 2 years.