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:

mark m.

Fast and expert training for CPR . I am a returning customer here and will be back in the future for my healthcare training needs. - 8/03/2018
Samuel C.

David Nava is an excellent Instructor highly recommend. - 4/24/2019
A K.

Needed NRP fast, I live in Santa Barbara and there wasn't anything available, It was very easy to sign up, super reasonable price, and low stress environment. It was worth the drive, I'll go there again!!! Highly recommend. - 8/03/2019
Theresa P.

The IV/BW class was very informative. Peachie and David were great at skills, learned alot. Thank you. Would definitely recommend to anyone - 9/10/2022
John B.

Excellent and always there when I need to renew my certification or for a first time certification! - 8/03/2019
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
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. - 8/03/2019
amardeep s.

Great place .Friendly.Very efficient and thorough instructors. I would come back in future and also would refer coworkers. - 7/03/2020
tabby e.

Both Margie and Mike are Very knowledgeable and friendly. - 10/24/2018
Bhupinder K.

Best teacher's best staff, love to come here last 8yrs in row. - 2/03/2020
Sophia F.

Great ACLS course, time efficient and easy to follow. Instructor was very laid back and easy to ask questions of. - 10/24/2018
migii r.

Simply pleasant experience attending the CPR/bls renewal class. Thank you Margie. - 9/01/2024
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
Tania K.

I am a new RN and I took my ACLS, PALS, ECG, 12 LEAD, ECG Tech certification, and IV refresher course here. ALL OF THEM WERE TAUGHT AND GUIDED BY AMAZING INSTRUCTORS! Highly recommend!!!! - 10/24/2018
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
TERENCE T.

Great skills session; relaxed environment. - 10/02/2023
Shani L.

Nothing negative to say about this place. The class was very informative, fun and interactive. The instructor was very engaging and created a great environment to learn! Highly recommend this place. Will definitely use them in the future. - 4/03/2020
Genny A.

12 lead, EKG, ACLS, and PALS. Done with great ease. Mike and David are both great. They do very well with schools too. From novice to experts they will guide you. - 1/04/2021
Jessica R.

First time taking for PALS-Great teacher. Gets into the right amount of information needed. - 12/15/2023
Ceara S.

Instructor (Sage) and Director Mike, are amazing fella’s! Learned so much so quickly! Definitely worth it!!! - 8/03/2018

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