ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)

Duration: 2 Days
Course Fee: ?3000
Mode of Training: Classroom / Online (as applicable)
Target Audience: Healthcare Professionals
Offered By: Skillversity

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course is a short-term intensive training program designed for healthcare professionals involved in the management of cardiac emergencies. The course focuses on advanced resuscitation techniques, effective team dynamics, airway management, ECG interpretation, and pharmacology required during cardiac arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. The training is aligned with internationally accepted resuscitation guidelines and emphasizes hands-on practice and real-life emergency scenarios.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the ACLS course are to:

Strengthen knowledge of advanced cardiac life support protocols
Enable early recognition and management of cardiac and respiratory emergencies
Develop skills in high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Improve proficiency in ECG rhythm recognition and interpretation
Train participants in the safe use of emergency cardiac drugs
Enhance team communication and leadership during resuscitation events

DETAILED COURSE SCHEDULE

DAY 1: CORE ACLS CONCEPTS AND SKILLS

Introduction to ACLS
Overview of ACLS principles
Chain of survival and advanced life support
Roles and responsibilities during resuscitation

High-Quality CPR and Airway Management
Adult basic life support review
High-quality CPR techniques
Airway management methods
Use of bag-mask ventilation and advanced airways

ECG Rhythm Recognition
Basics of electrocardiogram interpretation
Identification of normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms
Recognition of shockable and non-shockable rhythms

Cardiac Arrest Management
Adult cardiac arrest algorithms
Ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia
Asystole and pulseless electrical activity
Defibrillation principles and safety

DAY 2: ADVANCED MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICAL TRAINING

Pharmacology in ACLS
Emergency drugs used in cardiac arrest
Indications, dosages, and routes of administration
Drug safety and precautions

Management of Acute Coronary Syndromes and Stroke
Early recognition of acute coronary syndromes
Initial management of myocardial infarction
Recognition and early management of stroke
Post-resuscitation care principles

Team Dynamics and Communication
Effective team roles during resuscitation
Leadership and closed-loop communication
Managing stress during emergency situations

Practical Scenarios and Assessment
Simulated cardiac emergency scenarios
Hands-on practice with defibrillators and airway equipment
Case-based discussions
Final skills assessment and course review

BENEFITS OF THE COURSE

Enhances confidence in handling cardiac emergencies
Improves clinical decision-making during resuscitation
Provides practical exposure to advanced life-saving techniques
Strengthens teamwork and leadership skills in critical situations
Supports professional development for healthcare providers
Meets training requirements for advanced emergency care roles

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Doctors
Nurses
Paramedics
Emergency medical technicians
Critical care and emergency department staff
Healthcare professionals involved in acute patient care

WHY CHOOSE SKILLVERSITY

Skillversity delivers industry-relevant healthcare training programs
Courses are designed and delivered by experienced trainers
Affordable course fees ensure accessibility
Focus on hands-on learning and practical skills
Structured training aligned with current clinical guidelines
Certification provided upon successful completion