Get certified anytime, from anywhere, with our quick and convenient advanced cardiovascular life support courses. Available in both in-person group sessions and online/blended formats, each course includes everything you need—no hidden fees!
Email our support team for information on in-person skills testing. We allow course completion with a simulation station or voice-assisted manikin (VAM).
ACLS Certification & Recertification Online
ACLS Certification Course: Ideal for those who have never been certified before.
ACLS Recertification Course: For those who have been certified previously and need to renew.
Our ACLS certification course is perfect for individuals who are new to ACLS or want a more in-depth course. If you've been certified in the past, our ACLS recertification (or ACLS renewal) course is designed to help you renew your certification online whether your previous certification is still active or not.
Not sure which course is right for you? Check out our article comparing
ACLS and BLS to help guide your decision.
Or, if you're looking for CPR training, visit our CPR course page.
Course overview
Our course front matter includes the syllabus, complete accreditation statements and statements from all instructors and contributors.
- SECTION 1: Ethics of resuscitation
- SECTION 2: Basic cardiac life support (BCLS)
- SECTION 3: Recognizing cardiac arrhythmias
- SECTION 4: Pharmacology
- SECTION 5: Dynamics of a resuscitation
- SECTION 6: The management of airway, ventilation and oxygenation
- SECTION 7: Defibrillation, cardioversion, pacing
- SECTION 8: Acute coronary syndrome
- SECTION 9: Rhythm specific treatment recommendations
- SECTION 10: Post resuscitation
- SECTION 11: Acute stroke
Skill testing
See our ACLS skills form here.
If your employer requires you to complete an in person skills test, please use the Pacific Medical Training skills test form that is available for you to print in your student workroom.
Receive an instant provider eCard as soon as you pass
Unlike other online medical education providers who make you wait for an email with your provider eCard usually only during business hours, our ACLS certification and recertification courses offer an instant, free provider eCard as soon as you pass the exam. Whether it's day or night, 24/7/365, you can download it immediately! You can view and print your eCard with the free Adobe Acrobat Reader and use it right away, until your physical provider certificate arrives by mail. (The hard copy certificate is only sent if requested.)
Our instant provider eCards are in Adobe PDF format so you can view and print them using the free Adobe Acrobat Reader program from www.adobe.com.
Nationally accepted
Nurses and physicians everywhere in the United States and Canada can take our online ACLS/PALS/BLS courses for their certification needs.
Once you successfully pass the exam you'll earn both an instant provider eCard you can download and use right away, plus a regular hard copy provider certificate that we'll send you by mail, if requested. Pacific Medical Training courses are accepted throughout the United States and in other countries.
Based on AHA guidelines
advanced cardiovascular life support support courses from Pacific Medical Training are written by AHA-trained medical professionals and current with American Heart Association guidelines. Other international groups that we accept credentials from are European Resuscitation Council, Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, Australian Resuscitation Council, New Zealand Resuscitation Council, Resuscitation Council of Southern Africa, InterAmerican Heart Foundation, Recuscitation Council of Asia.
What is ACLS certification? ACLS is a healthcare provider-level course that focuses on advanced techniques for managing cardiac emergencies. It includes training on recognizing and treating life-threatening arrhythmias, airway management, and high-quality CPR, with a strong emphasis on team dynamics and effective communication. This course typically offers 8-12 credit hours, depending on the provider.
Our Pacific Medical Training branded training courses are sold proudly, under contract, to the U.S. Department of the Army and NASA .
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Add BLS or PALS and save up to 15%
Save 10% when you enroll in 2 courses
Save 15% when you enroll in 3 courses
We also offer initial cert and recert courses for advanced cardiac life support and basic life support. If you need multiple certifications you can automatically save up to 15% off your order! You will receive 10% off when you order 2 courses and 15% off when you order 3. Discounts are automatically applied in our convenient, secure shopping cart system when you select more than 1 course.
If you are uncertain about which course to choose, refer to the article comparing ACLS and BLS to determine which course best suits your needs.
Everything you need for ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses
Each of our courses is a complete course with everything you need. We don't make you purchase study material or shipping for your hard copy certificate after you've already enrolled in a course. You'll receive everything you need both to study and receive your certificates when you certify with Pacific Medical Training. If you'd like to receive your hard copy provider certificate faster than regular mail, or if you live outside the United States, we offer options for express and international shipping in our shopping cart. The hard-copy certificate is shipped only if requested.
The certification course is longer than the recertification course because it doesn't assume previous experience.
Frequently asked questions
How to get ACLS certified
To get certified, you must pass the online course and optionally the skills test. The online course is a series of modules that you can take at your own pace. The skills test is a hands-on test that you must pass with a manikin supervised by an instructor.
ACLS course cost
The cost of the ACLS course is USD 175 for the online course and USD 275 for the online course with skills test.
ACLS course description
Please see our ACLS course syllabus for a detailed description of the course including the topics covered. Explore our range of ACLS course options tailored to fit your needs and advance your skills!
How long is ACLS training
We are accredited for 8 credit hours. However you are able to complete the course at your own pace and (if needed) over multiple sessions.
What is ACLS training
ACLS training is a course that teaches advanced life support techniques for healthcare providers. It covers topics such as airway management, pharmacology, and ECG interpretation. This is a training and certification that is typically required for healthcare providers who work in emergency departments, intensive care units, and other critical care areas. Additional professions require it as well.
What can you do with an ACLS certification
With an ACLS certification, you can work in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and emergency departments. You can also work as a flight nurse, paramedic, or in other emergency medical services roles.
How often is ACLS training required
ACLS training is required at most every two years, and this is the typical requirement for different professions and employers. However, some employers set additional requirements and may require more frequent training.
How to become an ACLS instructor
To become an ACLS instructor, you must be a healthcare provider with a current ACLS certification. See our hiring page for instructors and our course description for getting started. Additional information for our corporate accounts is on our skills testing policies page.