ACLS Certification Course

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Authorized Course

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Certification Course is an advanced course with a focus and emphasis on team dynamics, emergency interventions, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac-arrest care. This course also covers related pharmacology and airway management.

Course Description

Skills are taught in group sessions and smaller, group learning and testing stations with case-based scenarios
Learning stations for practice of essential skills are simulated with clinical scenarios that encourage active participation
Skills proficiency is reinforced with hands-on format

Course Content

Current American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care and key changes in advanced cardiovascular life support, reflecting the newer Guidelines
Basic life support skills (CPR), including effective chest compressions, use of a bag-mask device (BVM) and also the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia and tacky arrhythmias
Airway management: basic and advanced procedures
Pharmacology related to life saving measures
Management of acute coronary syndromes (acute angina, ACS) and stroke (CVA)
Effective resuscitation team communication as a team member and team leader
Effective Resuscitation Team Dynamics
ACLS Study Guide

Intended Audience

This American Heart Association (AHA) approved course is intended for nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals and students who plan to or actively participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies, including personnel in emergency response (EMS), emergency medicine, intensive care and critical care settings
Students seeking first-time credentialed ACLS certification who plan to care for adults in the acute care setting.

Location

San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County, California: 15600 Devonshire Street #203, Granada Hills, CA 91344

Course Completion

American Heart Association Certification

2 year certification card

Continuing Education Certificate included at no extra charge - CECBEMS, BRN/BVNPT (10 CE)

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Receive all of the above on the same day!

This Course is Eligible for "Package Deals" & "Group Discounts". Save up to $120!

Meet Your Lead Instructor

Mike has actively participated in over 2,000 cardiac arrest situations and trauma-related emergencies since 1992. His experience also includes international critical care air medical transport in Asia and Europe, ambulance critical care ground transport, and caring for post open-heart surgery ventilator-dependent patients.

Mike’s past experience includes research in the Pulmonary Function Lab at the Veteran’s Administration Medical Center. Other accomplishments include Read More…

FAQ

Can I take BLS on the same day as ACLS?

Yes. When enrolling for ACLS, you may choose to add BLS.

My ACLS card expired. Can I still take the renewal class?

What are the differences between ACLS Certification, ACLS Recertification, and ACLS Online/Skills?

ACLS Certification:
8-9 average hours at our facility, traditional class.
https://calmedtrainingcenter.com/project/acls-certification-acls-classes-cpr-bls-pals-ecg-pharmacology-courses/

ACLS Recertification:
4-5 average hours at our facility, traditional class.
https://calmedtrainingcenter.com/project/acls-recertification-advanced-cardiovascular-life-support-acls-classes-cpr-bls-pals-ecg-pharmacology-courses/

ACLS Online & Skills Session: (for both Certification and Recertification)
https://calmedtrainingcenter.com/project/acls-advanced-cardiovascular-life-support-online-skills-session-acls-classes-cpr-bls-pals-ecg-pharmacology-courses/
Part 1: Online – from your computer, at your own pace (self-directed, 3-4 hours)
Part 2: Students will meet in person at our Mission Hills Training Center location, at the scheduled time (3-4 hours)

All 3 classes award the same exact AHA certification card immediately after completion.

Schedule and Registration

$180 – Classroom Certification Course

Includes 2-year certification card and Certificate of Continuing Education

This Course is Eligible for Package Deal Discounts
This Course is Eligible for Group Discounts
Popular alternate option to taking the traditional class: ACLS Certification/Recertification – Online (self-paced) & Skills/Test (our location). Spend 4 hours completing the online work at your own pace, then come into our facility for 3 hours at the scheduled time for practice and testing. Many available dates!

All below dates are available. Please register by clicking your preferred date below:

Winston G.

Been going to Mike for years. Always the best prices and the best experience. - 10/24/2018
Anmol C.

Mike is a great instructor. He is so knowledgeable and intelligent. Done ACLS and NRP with him and i am thinking to do other courses from his institution as well. - 8/03/2019
Samuel C.

David Nava is an excellent Instructor highly recommend. - 4/24/2019
Bienne G.

I'm happy my aunt told me about CPR 3G. Now I'm getting back the knowledge, skills and confidence I need to pursue my nursing career. Thank you so very much, CPR 3G! 🙂 - 8/03/2018
Daniel B.

Great learning experiences at California Medical Training Center. - 8/03/2018
Swati U.

Their customer service was excellent & efficient . Dealt with mike through email. Will look forward to booking in the future ! - 6/24/2019
dante m.

Amazing school with great and caring instructors who are truly dedicated to teaching and making sure you pass!! Great atmosphere and location! Parking easily accessible! - 1/19/2021
scott s.

Great place to take a class. Low stress atmosphere and great teaching staff. Mike knows his stuff and makes the class relatable. - 8/03/2019
Mega S.

I learned a lot useful thing and fun class. - 11/08/2023
Kim D.

Instructor was very personable, informtive and helpful. Class was low stress. Very efficient way to complete or renew. I will definitely use California Medical Training Center again. - 3/24/2019
Maria N.

Took an ECG interpretation course here. Mike was great! Very clear and straightforward with the objectives and topics. I have already signed up for ACLS & PALS here as well. 😊 - 8/03/2019
Lillian C.

Excellent BLS class!! Instructor is very knowledgeable, kind and patient. They offer many classes for health care workers and all of the instructors are professionals with much knowledge!! I highly recommend California Medical Training Center!! - 4/18/2023
Manuella S.

Amazing staff, I have taken the IV class and the CPR class too. Great prices and they responded quickly to my emails when I had questions . Even though it’s about 45 minutes from where I live in Lancaster, I rather come here. I will be taking more classes soon. - 9/08/2020
David L.

Cal Med CPR 4 G is amazing. Great instructors. Awesome classes. Top rated. Highly recommend. Great work folks!! - 6/30/2024
Salvador H.

Great experience. David made the class light and entertaining. He was able to cater to everyone's level of ecg knowledge. He even took some time to explain some rhythms to a participant of the class who was not familiar with them. I would gladly repeat the course with them again. - 3/03/2020
Terrie R.

Great people and great classes. This is the place to go if you are in a pinch to get your certification or just to renew on time. This is my fourth time taking classes there and I will be returning. - 11/24/2018
Desiree H.

Had a great experience in my learning endeavors. The teachers took the time to help you understand the concepts and to practice good form when doing the procedures. I feel confident about my work, did well in the class. Would recommend this to my family and friends. - 8/03/2018
Richard P.

Great, knowledgeable and friendly instructors with a variety of classes and certificates to take! - 10/24/2018
Shiari C.

Mike, the NRP instructor, is a 10/10! He made learning so much fun and easy!! - 12/08/2023
Joanie S.

Lots of mnemonics to make the material easier to learn. Enthusiastic, supportive instructors. Consistently good experience. - 8/03/2019

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