Course Offerings

ACLS is an advanced, instructor-led course that focuses on immediate post-cardiac-arrest care, including airway management and related pharmacology. The course also highlights the importance of care systems, team dynamics, and communication. Skills are taught in large group sessions and in small group learning and testing stations, in which case-based scenarios are presented.

Course Objectives

Recognize and initiate early management of periarrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome.

Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including prioritizing chest compressions and integrating use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Recognize and manage respiratory arrest.

Recognize and manage cardiac arrest until termination of resuscitation or transfer of care, including immediate post-cardiac arrest care

Recognize and initiate early management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS), including appropriate disposition

Recognize and initiate early management of stroke, including appropriate disposition

Demonstrate effective communication as a member or leader of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance

Outline of Instruction

Basic Life Support Survey

CPR

ACLS Survey and algorithms

Effective resuscitation team dynamics

Immediate post-cardiac arrest care

Contact Hours

12

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

American Heart Association

Website

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/CPRAndECC/HealthcareProviders/AdvancedCar…

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

ACLS is an advanced, instructor-led classroom course that highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac-arrest care. It also covers airway management and related pharmacology. In this course, skills are taught in large, group sessions and small, group learning and testing stations where case-based scenarios are presented

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

A working understanding of EKG interpretation and knowledge of cardiac medications used in emergency medical situations

Learning Supplies Needed

ACLS Provider Manual most current version, includes ACLS Pocket Reference Card Set
Supplies- cardiac monitor with rhythm generator or ECG rhythm strips, IV equipment & sample medications, and manikins, airway equipment,

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

Classroom with enough room for break-off small groups.

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Written test score of 84 or higher and successful demonstration of skills

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Healthcare providers

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Doctors, dentist, EMS Paramedics, nurses

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

SAF-3010H4

Course Contact Information

Billy Langston
919-866-6085
[email protected]