Online, accredited ACLS certifications & renewals in 2–5 hours

Accepted in all US states & Canadian provinces

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Add PALS or BLS for 10% off

Students performing basic life support in a live in-person class with instructor

100,000+ satisfied customers

We make training simple and easy, all in the comfort of your own home. Join the thousands of health care providers that recertify with us.

100+ accreditations

ACLS Training Center met the review standards of world-class accrediting organizations, such as:

Original site from 1998

First and largest ACLS training provider online

We are the largest provider for online ACLS courses and training materials. We have been providing online ACLS training since 1998.

Our certifications

Our ACLS, BLS & PALS courses follow the new 2020 AHA® guidelines for CPR & ECC. These courses offer up to 8 CME/CE credits (including AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™) per course. Learn about ventricular fibrillation and more rhythms (advanced class) and responses.

ACLS

$175

AMA PRA Category 1 credits


  • Up to 8 CME/CE credit hours
  • Available 24/7, 100% online
  • Certified by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
  • Guaranteed acceptance
  • 100% money-back guarantee
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PALS

$175

AMA PRA Category 1 credits


  • Up to 8 CME/CE credit hours
  • Available 24/7, 100% online
  • Certified by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
  • Guaranteed acceptance
  • 100% money-back guarantee
Let's get started

BLS

$65

AMA PRA Category 1 credits


  • Up to 8 CME/CE credit hours
  • Available 24/7, 100% online
  • Certified by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
  • Guaranteed acceptance
  • 100% money-back guarantee
Let's get started

Get all three!

ACLS, PALS and BLS

$353

AMA PRA Category 1 credits


  • Up to 24 CME/CE credit hours
  • Available 24/7, 100% online
  • Certified by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
  • Guaranteed acceptance
  • 100% money-back guarantee

Your journey in healthcare education starts here.

In your healthcare training you likely go through the basic life support long before you start clinicals or your first job. This includes basic skills you can use in a medical setting and then also in your daily life if there might some chance that a hero is needed. All the way through advanced life support and the pediatric advanced life support, which is typically practiced in a prehospital or hospital setting.

We support you with the prerequisites for these courses, such as 12-lead ECG and arrhythmia interpretation which you are expected to know before sitting for an ACLS exam. If you are studying at the nursing station

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ACLS training developed by cardiac doctors and nurses

Our courses are designed by a team of experienced cardiac doctors and nurses who understand the latest clinical guidelines and real-world scenarios. The training is comprehensive and focuses on equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective emergency response. From understanding complex arrhythmias to mastering advanced airway management, our curriculum is tailored to ensure you gain confidence in handling critical situations.

Self-paced online learning

Our online courses allow you to study at your own pace, offering the flexibility to review material as many times as needed. With 24/7 access, you can complete the training whenever it fits your schedule. Each course includes interactive content, practice quizzes, and visual aids to enhance understanding and retention. This format is perfect for busy professionals who need to balance work, personal commitments, and continuing education.

Instructor-led options

Choose our instructor-led training for a more guided learning experience. Engage with certified professionals who can answer your questions, provide personalized insights, and ensure you are fully prepared for real-world application. Whether you prefer live virtual classes or in-person sessions, we offer various formats to accommodate your learning preferences.

We can mail your certificate out to North America or anywhere in the world free

If requested, we send a printed copy of your certificate the next day after you pass your exam. The certificate does not say "online" on it. You can also print a copy of your eCard immediately after passing also free.

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We can mail your certificate out to North America or anywhere in the world
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Accepted in all US states & Canadian provinces

National, international and state/local recognize our brand for your required training courses. This means you will have a smooth recertification experience, and your CE credits will be automatically applied (for the states/boards that allow us to auto-apply on your behalf).

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Our accreditations

ACCME

Up to 8 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM

The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education is the accrediting body for the AMA. This is applicable for physicians and physician assistants as well as other medical staff.

ANCC

Up to 8 ANCC contact hours.

Americal Nurses Credentialing Center is the accrediting body for nurses and nurse practitioners.

ADA

Up to 8 CERP credits.

American Dental Association is the accrediting body for dentists continuing education. ADA CERP is a service of the ADA that assists dental professionals in identifying quality providers of the continuing dental education.

ACPE

Up to 8 contact hours.

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education is the accrediting body for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

ACLS training & more for your group

ACLS Training Center offers scalable ACLS, BLS and compliance training for groups through flexible options like online, blended, or classroom-based formats. Use our online tracking system or your own with easy LMS/SCORM integration.

Easy group management:

  • Real-time tracking: Keep track of individual certifications and training progress with our user-friendly group management dashboard.
  • Automated reminders: Stay up-to-date with automated reminders for certification renewals, reducing administrative overhead.
  • Custom reporting: Generate custom reports on demand to meet the compliance and record-keeping needs of your organization.

Courses are compliant with national standards, the Joint Commission, and groups can choose the best training method for their needs. Our platform simplifies the training process and is suitable for various organizations, ensuring compliance and efficient management of certifications.

Group size Savings
3–9 15%
10–49 20%
50+ 25%

Frequently asked questions

Feel free to contact us any time. And below are one-click answers to common questions we receive.

It lasts two years. That is, exactly 730 days from your certification issue date (or 731 days through a leap year). BLS and PALS are the same.

Contact us and we can look it up for you. Or check your email for the exact words “you passed”.

ALS is Advanced Life Support, which includes ACLS, PALS, and other advanced certifications. ACLS is Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, which is a specific type of ALS training.

You can still renew it with our online recertification course. If you need to renew your BLS or PALS, we offer those too.

The latest ACLS algorithms are the 2020 guidelines. They include the latest recommendations for CPR, defibrillation, and medications. These are included as part of our course and our ACLS algorithms are also available for free to the public.

ACLS.net online courses are accepted in all US states and Canadian provinces. We also offer in-person training in locations in each state/province and select other countries.

It costs USD 175. Lower prices are available for group training.

Contact us and we can look it up for you. Or check your email for the exact words “you passed”, it’s in that email.

There are 50 questions in the ACLS certification exam. You need to get 84% correct to pass.

Latest in resuscitation news

Our team of medical professionals and educators are constantly updating our courses to reflect the latest in resuscitation science. We are committed to providing you with the most up-to-date information and training to ensure you are prepared to respond to emergencies effectively.

Cumulative incidence curves, death, arrhythmias

Arrhythmias and sudden death

A recent study explored the long-term effects of left atrial appendage (LAA) isolation during surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients undergoing mitral valve surgery. The key findings are: patients who had LAA isolation showed a significantly lower risk of stroke compared to those who did not (70% reduction in risk); no significant difference in mortality rates or recurrence of atrial fibrillation between those who had LAA isolation and those who preserved the LAA; LAA isolation was particularly effective in reducing stroke and AF recurrence in patients undergoing biatrial (BA) ablation. This study supports LAA isolation as an effective stroke prevention strategy for patients undergoing mitral valve surgery with concurrent AF ablation, though it does not appear to improve overall survival. Understanding the benefits and limitations of such procedures is crucial for providers involved in advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) to optimize patient outcomes during post-surgical care and management.

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AI functioning ECG classification

Heart failure and cardiomyopathies

This is review of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ECG analysis to differentiate between cardiac and pulmonary causes of dyspnea in emergency department (ED) patients. Performance accuracy exceeded the conventional biomarker NT-proBNP. Its main benefit wis correctly identifying many patients initially classified with pulmonary issues who actually had cardiac-related dyspnea. This suggests that integrating AI-ECG in clinical workflows may reduce misdiagnoses and enhance clinical decision-making. Improve the accuracy of heart failure identification is crucial, as it can lead to more effective triage and treatment strategies in emergency care settings.

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CR and AMI

Cardiac rupture after acute myocardial infarction

This is review of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ECG analysis to differentiate between cardiac and pulmonary causes of dyspnea in emergency department (ED) patients. Performance accuracy exceeded the conventional biomarker NT-proBNP. Its main benefit wis correctly identifying many patients initially classified with pulmonary issues who actually had cardiac-related dyspnea. This suggests that integrating AI-ECG in clinical workflows may reduce misdiagnoses and enhance clinical decision-making. Improve the accuracy of heart failure identification is crucial, as it can lead to more effective triage and treatment strategies in emergency care settings.

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