The Center for Nursing Excellence Course Calendar
October 2010-September 2011
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Initial or Renewal 15 Classroom Hours
Course Description: This is an instructor led traditional classroom course that includes basic and advanced life support skills practice, skills testing and a written exam. Course content includes recognition and management of peri-arrest conditions, stroke, ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes, 1 person CPR/AED for adults, management of cardiac arrest and effective team dynamics. Upon successful completion participants will receive an ACLS provider course completion card valid for two years.
Intended Audience: This course is intended for health care providers whose professional activities require proficiency in ACLS knowledge and skill.
Pre-Requisite Knowledge: The BWH requires current BLS certification in order to obtain ACLS certification. Basic knowledge and skills including BLS skills, ECG rhythm interpretation, and basic ACLS drug pharmacology are required for attendance. Prior to attending class you are expected to read the ACLS provider manual and complete the self assessment ACLS pre-course Assessment
If the material in the pre-course self assessment is challenging for you, it is recommended that you complete an ECG and pharmacology review. The ECG and Pharmacology review materials may be purchased through the following distributors http://aha.channing-bete.com/
Study Materials: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Manual (90-1014)
CE Credit: CEUs are not available at this time
Cost: $220.00
Registration: Registration is confirmed upon receipt of a completed registration form and payment. Please email bwhcpr@partners.org with any questions.
Refund Policy: Cancellation must be requested five days prior to the class date to receive a refund or to reschedule.
Disclosure: Any fees charged in this course do not represent income to the American Heart Association
Parking: There is no parking at One Brigham Circle. Visitors may use any one of the Longwood Area Parking Garages
ACLS 2 Day Provider (Initial or Renewal Course)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
September 24 & 29, 2012
October 5 & 6, 2012
November 2 & 3, 2012
December 7& 8, 2012
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Initial or Renewal Online Plus in Person Skills Validation Classroom Hours: 1 hour
Course Description: This is a blended learning course comprised of online self paced learning modules and in-person advanced cardiovascular life support skills practice and testing. Skill testing includes adult one rescuer CPR/AED and Megacode test.
Intended Audience: This course is intended for health care providers whose professional activities require proficiency in ACLS knowledge and skill.
Pre-Requisite Knowledge: The BWH requires current BLS certification in order to obtain ACLS certification. Basic knowledge and skills including BLS skills, ECG rhythm interpretation, and basic ACLS drug pharmacology are required for attendance. Prior to attending class you are expected to read the ACLS provider manual and complete the self assessment ACLS pre-course Assessment
If the material in the pre-course self assessment is challenging for you, it is recommended that you complete an ECG and pharmacology review. The ECG and Pharmacology review materials may be purchased through the following distributors http://aha.channing-bete.com/
Study Materials: HeartCode ACLS Part 1(90-1405) available from the following distributors (cost for the online program is $105.00): http://aha.channing-bete.com/
CE Credit: 0 contact hours
Cost: Participants are responsible for obtaining and completing HeartCode ACLS Part 1(90-1405) Online Part 1 before attending class. The cost for skills validation is $100.00.
Registration: Registration is confirmed upon receipt of a completed registration form and payment. Please email bwhcpr@partners.org with any questions.
Refund Policy: Cancellation must be requested five days prior to the class date to receive a refund or to reschedule.
Disclosure: Any fees charged in this course do not represent income to the American Heart Association
Parking: There is no parking at One Brigham Circle. Visitors may use any one of the Longwood Area Parking Garages
Registration Fee: $100
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
September 11, 2012
October 16, 2012
November 20, 2012
December 18, 2012
Registration is confirmed upon receipt of a completed registration form and payment.
Please email bwhcpr@partners.org with any questions.
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