AHA-Approved Training

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Initial, Renewal, and Skills-Only (HeartCode) options. Same-day AHA eCard on successful skills testing.

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  • AHA Certified
  • Same-day eCard
  • Valid 2 Years
  • Blended or In-Person
Instructor and student practicing BLS CPR with an AED during class

ACLS Certification Classes

ACLS Course Notes

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support for emergency and critical-care providers. Build on BLS to master team dynamics, airway & pharmacology, rhythm recognition, and post–cardiac arrest care. Same-day AHA eCard issued upon successful completion.

What You’ll Learn in ACLS

  • High-quality CPR and ACLS survey with team roles & communication
  • Adult cardiac arrest algorithms & immediate post–cardiac arrest care
  • Airway management & ventilation strategies; adjuncts and medications
  • Rhythm recognition & defibrillation for brady/tachy & cardiac arrest
  • Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and stroke identification & response
  • Megacode practice in case-based scenarios with medication selection

ACLS Frequently Asked Questions

ACLS Provider (Initial) is for first-time ACLS students or those whose AHA ACLS card has been expired for a while. Training covers adult cardiac arrest and peri-arrest care, airway management, ECG/arrhythmia recognition, algorithms, and team-based megacode with a hands-on skills test. After passing, you’ll receive a same-day AHA eCard valid for 2 years. See ACLS course options.
Choose Renewal if you currently hold (or recently held) a valid AHA ACLS card and your employer permits renewal. Some employers also require a current BLS card alongside ACLS—check your policy. If your ACLS is long-expired or you’re new to ACLS, book the Initial course. When in doubt, confirm with your employer or ask us.
It’s the in-person skills check after completing the AHA HeartCode ACLS online module. Bring your HeartCode completion certificate to your scheduled skills session for same-day ACLS certification.
AHA ACLS Provider eCards are valid for 2 years from the issue date. Most hospitals and employers recognize AHA nationwide. When it’s time to renew, choose ACLS Renewal.
If you’re current (or recently expired) and your employer allows it, book ACLS Renewal. New to ACLS, long-expired, or switching from a non-AHA card? Book ACLS Provider (Initial).
A valid photo ID and comfortable clothing for hands-on practice. AHA requires access to the ACLS manual and completion of the Precourse Self-Assessment (details and link are in your confirmation email). If you need accommodations, let us know.
Yes—many locations offer evening and weekend options. Check dates on the booking links in the ACLS course options above or see all training locations. For teams, explore Onsite Training.
No. ACLS is advanced care for adult cardiac arrest and peri-arrest (airway, ECG, pharmacology, algorithms, team megacode). BLS covers high-quality CPR and AED skills for single- and two-rescuer response. Many employers require a current BLS card in addition to ACLS. See our BLS page and BLS vs. ACLS guide.
Policies can vary by course/date. Review our Terms & Conditions, or contact us for help with a specific booking.

Which ACLS course do I need?

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Have you completed the AHA HeartCode ACLS online module?
If you finished HeartCode online and have the completion certificate, you'll need an in-person skills check. Learn about HeartCode ACLS.
Do you currently hold a valid or recently expired AHA ACLS card, and does your employer allow renewal?

Find a Training Location

We run ACLS classes at multiple training centers and partner sites. Pick a location to see details—or book directly from the options above.

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Group & Onsite ACLS Training

We come to your hospital, clinic, school, or workplace. Same-day AHA eCards upon successful skills testing.

  • We come to you—minimal downtime for your team
  • Evening/weekend availability
  • Volume pricing & multi-course bundles (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
  • AHA-certified instructors & equipment provided
  • Blended or fully in-person formats
  • Same-day AHA eCards • 2-year validity
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What students say about our ACLS classes

Real feedback from RNs, residents, paramedics, and healthcare students who trained with us.

“Best ACLS renewal I’ve done. Algorithms finally clicked during the megacode—super practical and fast-paced.”
— Priya S., ICU RN
“HeartCode ACLS skills check was efficient but thorough. Instructor feedback was spot on.”
— Luis G., Paramedic
“Great prep for residency—clear ECG review and pharmacology pearls. Felt ready for the megacode.”
— D. Chen, EM Resident
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Instructor Pathway

Become a Certified ACLS Instructor

Already confident with Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support? Take the next step and guide other providers as an ACLS Instructor. GEAR UP with CPR trains and supports you in teaching advanced skills — from high-risk scenarios to team leadership — so you can help clinicians and responders deliver life-saving care.

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Initial, Renewal, and HeartCode skills sessions. Same-day AHA eCard on success.

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