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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Workshop

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Overview

HeartCode ACLS is the AHA’s ACLS blended learning delivery method. Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes the video portion of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session with an instructor.

The online portion of this comprehensive eLearning program uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. The online portion of this course (course product 20-3554) is purchased directly through AHA and is completed prior to registration/attendance to your skills session at TMCC.  Fees for the online course are not paid to TMCC and are not part of the skills session fees. 

Who Should Take The Course

Healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, and paramedics.

Course Content

  • Basic life support skills, including effective chest compressions, use of a bag-mask device, and use of an AED.
  • Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia and tachycardia.
  • Airway management.
  • Related pharmacology.
  • Management of ACS and stroke.
  • Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team.

Prerequisites

  • Students must currently hold an American Heart Association Basic Life Support provider CPR card.
  • Students must present their certificate of completion of the Heart Code ACLS course on the day of the skills session. The Heart Code ACLS Course (Product Number: 20-3554) is not included in the cost of the skills session. You can purchase this online course.

Course Fee

The cost for TMCC's ACLS skills session is $150 (which does not include the Heart Code online course).

Course Cards

ACLS: Participants who complete the course will receive a course completion card (credential), which is good for a two-year period. This will come in the form of an eCard, which will be emailed to you. (If you have taken a prior course and have not yet received the card, please check your email's "spam" folder first, prior to contacting the instructor.)

How to Register/Workshop Dates

The CPR program has launched a new system for payments and registration (we now accept credit/debit card payments). Visit our registration/payment site to view upcoming workshops, pay online and to reserve your spot.

Cancellations

In rare cases, classes may be canceled due to very low enrollment or weather conditions. If this occurs, students will be notified and will have the option of attending another class or request a refund within two weeks of cancellation.

Refunds

Cancel more than three business days in advance of the class start date and you’ll receive a full refund minus a $10 cancellation fee. Cancel three working days or less and receive a 50% refund minus a $10 cancellation fee. Once class begins, however, refunds will not be given.

Please contact us with any questions you may have prior to registration.

Other Information

  • Please wear appropriate clothing for performing CPR skills (bending over and working on the carpet).
  • Workshops are taught in English; if you require special assistance due to learning disabilities or language barriers please notify us at time of registration.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Qualified students with physical or documented learning disabilities have the right to free accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities at Truckee Meadows Community College. This service is free of charge to the student.

TMCC's Disability Resource Center handles all accommodation requests for students in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Contact TMCC's Disability Resource Center for more information.

Requests for assistance must be made at least seven working days in advance of workshop.

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American Heart Association (AHA)

The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in CPR and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Its use in an instructional course does not represent sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course do not represent income to the AHA.