Initial ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
About This Event
The Initial ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) course prepares healthcare professionals to recognize and manage cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. The program includes 8 hours of required online pre-course learning followed by an 8-hour in-person skills and simulation session on Friday, September 25, 2026 (8:00 AM–5:00 PM). Topics covered: basic life support (effective chest compressions, bag-mask ventilation, AED use), recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest, peri-arrest conditions (e.g., symptomatic bradycardia), airway management techniques, ACLS-related pharmacology, management of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and stroke, and effective team communication and leadership during resuscitation. Course outcomes: participants will demonstrate BLS/ACLS algorithms in simulated arrests, perform airway and resuscitation skills competently, apply appropriate ACLS medications, and lead/coordinate a resuscitation team. Instructor: Shane Driver, NRP, FP-C (30+ years EMS experience, Critical Care/Flight Paramedic, EMS educator). Registration open through 9/23/2026 10:59 PM EST. Completion awards 16 hours of CE (8 online + 8 in-person).
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate effective BLS skills including high-quality chest compressions, bag-mask ventilation, and AED use
- Recognize and initiate early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Identify and manage peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia
- Perform airway management techniques appropriate for ACLS scenarios
- Apply ACLS-related pharmacology correctly in resuscitation
- Manage acute coronary syndrome and stroke within ACLS algorithms
- Communicate and function effectively as a member and leader of a resuscitation team