Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Initial Certification

Course Description
The American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support course is totally redesigned for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the resuscitation of a patient, whether in or out of hospital. Through the 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. An academic student discount is available for this class making the total price $215.00

It is each student's responsibility to obtain a mandatory American Heart Association Textbook (new or used) before the day of the course. Textbooks can be purchased online at www.channing-bete.com for $33.50 plus tax & shipping

ACLS is based on simulated clinical scenarios that encourage active, hands-on participation through learning stations where students will practice essential skills individually, as part of a team, and as team leader. Realistic simulations reinforce the following key concepts: proficiency in basic life support care; recognizing and initiating early management of peri-arrest conditions; managing cardiac arrest; identifying and treating ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes; recognizing other life-threatening clinical situations (such as stroke) and providing initial care; ACLS algorithms; and effective resuscitation team dynamics.

Course Length: 13 ½ hours for initial, 8 hours for renewal, including breaks

Intended Audience
The course is designed for medical providers such as physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and other professionals who may respond to a cardiovascular emergency.

Student Materials
- ACLS Provider Manual
- ACLS Student CD
- ACLS Precourse Checklist
- ACLS Pocket Reference Cards

Course completion card will be issued upon successful skills and written exams.

Books are available for purchase in our main office before or on the day of the course for $45.00

08:00-15:00 Saturday, February 20, 2010
08:00-15:00 Sunday, February 21, 2010

Classroom location will be Burk Hall, Room 352. Academic discounts apply to all SFSU students and other contracted facilities. Please call Instructor, Allan Bulda (510)452-1100, for questions or further details.

Complete fee: $245
Student discount fee: $215

Instructor: Allan R. Bulda, RN, MSN

San Francisco State University
Room: Burk Hall 352
1600 Holloway Ave
San Francisco, California

The cutoff date for this class has passed.