Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Build advanced skills in cardiac arrest management, rhythm interpretation, and team-based response. Ideal for healthcare providers responsible for advanced resuscitation and critical patient care.
- Instructor-led skills coaching and scenario practice
- Online learning materials (for blended format)
- Required performance evaluations
- State- and NREMT-accepted certification card
- Two-year certification validity
- Advanced cardiac arrest management
- Airway and ventilation strategies
- Rhythm recognition & pharmacology
- Team leadership and communication
- High-risk, high-stress scenario training
Master essential skills
advanced patient care
ACLS is essential for healthcare providers responsible for cardiac emergencies and high-acuity patient management.
Critical skills for acute care
Nurses, physicians, and hospital team members strengthen the advanced resuscitation skills needed for cardiac units, ED, ICU, and peri-arrest care.
High-level field readiness
EMTs and paramedics gain the structured approach needed for complex pre-hospital cardiac events and rapid intervention in the field.
Required for advanced rotations
Many medical and advanced EMS programs require ACLS before higher-level clinical assignments or specialty rotations.
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Advanced cardiac care can seem complex, but we walk you through every concept in a calm, structured way. You’ll learn how to recognize emergencies, follow clinical algorithms, and practice decision-making through guided online scenarios that build confidence without the pressure.
“I was nervous about ACLS, but the way the course explained each rhythm and scenario made everything click. I walked into my renewal feeling confident for the first time.”
Questions?
Visit our FAQ section for more information regarding programs, courses, certifications, and more.
Yes. A valid BLS certification is required since ACLS builds directly on foundational resuscitation skills.
Yes. MidwestEA provides ACLS through ASHI, accepted nationwide by hospitals, EMS agencies, and NREMT.
Most classes take about 15 hours depending on delivery format.
Yes. ACLS includes a written evaluation and multiple performance scenarios.
No. ACLS requires an instructor-verified skills evaluation, which can be completed in person or via Remote Skills Verification.
No, the ACLS course is only offered in English as this time.
Yes. Basic ECG interpretation is a required prerequisite for ACLS participation.