Course Descriptions

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Provider Course:  designed for the healthcare provider who has not been previously certified or who prefers an in-depth review for renewal purposes.

Renewal Course:  designed for providers who are currently certified in ACLS and require renewal.

New Challenge Option for ACLS - the purpose is to provide a more flexible way for providers who utilize ACLS skills on a regular basis to renew.  Requirements:  Demonstration of Management of Respiratory Arrest; CPR and AED Skills; Megacode and completion of the Written Exam with at least 84%.

There is no option for remediation on either skills or the written using this format; so you must come prepared!  On those evenings where "ACLS Challenge" is offered instructors will be available from 5:00 pm to 10:00pm to facilitate your renewal. 

Pre-registration is a must; but you may arrive at anytime during the available hours to complete your challenge.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Provider Course:  designed for the healthcare provider who has not been previously certified or who prefers an in-depth review for renewal purposes.

Renewal Course:  designed for providers who are currently certified in PALS and require renewal.

Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
This course is brand new as of the Summer of 2007.  (Sixth Edition) It has had a complete makeover including some excellent videos and lots of new information and skills including face to face intubation.

Provider Course - Advanced:  designed for the Advanced Life Support provider.  Provides information on the current standards of care for the out of hospital trauma victim.

Provider Course - Basic:  designed for the Basic Life Support provider.  Provides information on the current standards of care for the out of hospital trauma victim at a basic life support level.

Renewal Course:  designed for current providers who are required to renewal their certification.

12-Lead ECG:  Taking Away the Mystery
Provides a basic understanding of 12-Lead ECG’s including acquiring an ECG, Acute MI, Infarct Location, Ventricular Tachycardia vs Supraventricular Tachycardia, Angina/Ischemia, Basic Axis Determination, and Bundle Branch Blocks.  This 4 hour course assumes a basic knowledge of arrhythmias.  It is great for paramedics, critical care providers or allied health professionals who deal with cardiac patients.  It is designed to be fun, low pressure and informative.  Light on theory – heavy on practicality.

Critical Care for EMS (14 Hrs)
Designed for the paramedic or nurse who is required to deal with the critical care patient.  Contains both lecture and skill stations and deals with intra-aortic balloon pumps, hemodynamics. Advanced pharmacology,  the use of Central Venous Lines, Arterial Lines, Advanced Assessment Skills and more.