HeartCode ACLS is the AHA’s blended learning delivery method for the AHA’s ACLS Course. Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session.
HeartCode/Online ACLS is the AHA’s blended learning delivery method for the AHA’s ACLS Course. Blended learning is a combination of eLearning/online, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session.
Online ACLS is a self-directed, comprehensive eLearning program that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. To enter the course, students must complete a precourse self-assessment. Students will then be presented with a team dynamics lesson and 10 In-hospital patient cases, including a BLS case and 2 megacode cases. The cases may be repeated as many times as necessary to pass. Upon successful completion of all the patient cases, students will take a multiple choice exam and must pass with a minimum score of 84%.
Students who successfully complete the online portion of the course receive a certificate granting them access to a ACLS Hands-on Session with an AHA certified Training Centre. Students must successfully complete both the online portion and the hands-on session to receive a ACLS Provider course completion certificate.
Students who successfully complete the online portion of the course receive a certificate granting them access to a PALS Hands-on Session with an AHA certified Training Centre. Students must successfully complete both the online portion and the hands-on session to receive a PALS Provider course completion certificate.