ACLS Skills Test
The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) “Skills Test”, PART II and III is the final portion of training needed for the student to complete the course. Overall, the the entire program has been redesigned for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the resuscitation of a patient whether in or out of a hospital. Through this ACLS course, providers will enhance their skills in the treatment of the adult victim of a cardiac arrest or other cardiopulmonary emergencies.
ACLS emphasizes the importance of basic life support CPR to patient survival; the integration of effective basic life support with advanced cardiovascular life support interventions; and the importance of effective team interaction and communication during resuscitation.
To receive an ACLS Provider course completion card using this program, students must complete three parts which include the following:
- Part I: The completion of the online portion. Next, students will print the certificate of completion and present it for parts II and III
- Part II: A hands-on skills practice session with an AHA (NPSC) ACLS Instructor or using a voice assisted manikin (VAM) system
- Part III: A skills test with an AHA (NPSC ) ACLS Instructor or using a voice assisted manikin (VAM) system
Intended Audience:
The HeartCode ACLS Part II and III (skills test) is for healthcare professionals who have completed the Part I alternative (non-classroom) method for completing an initial or renewal/update ACLS Providers Course. This audience includes nurses, physicians and physician assistants, students in a healthcare program at a university/college, EMS providers (EMT’s and Paramedics), Staff in intensive Care Units, pharmacists and emergency and critical care departments employees.
Course Length:
For Parts II and III approximately 1-2 hours for completion.
Exams:
Skill testing (Part II and III) must be completed and graded with a “Passing” score.