What Is ACLS Certification and Who Needs It?
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is an American Heart Association–certified program for healthcare professionals who manage cardiopulmonary arrest and cardiovascular emergencies. It is required for nurses, physicians, paramedics, and emergency responders working in ICUs, critical care units, and emergency departments.
- Covers adult cardiac arrest algorithms, megacode scenarios, and pharmacology
- Prerequisite: current AHA BLS Provider certification
- Certification valid for 2 years per 2020–2025 AHA Guidelines
- Available as Initial or Renewal course at Code 3 Life in Sierra Madre, CA
- AHA-accredited Training Center — cards issued same day upon passing
Looking to expand your cardiovascular expertise beyond ACLS? Access the 2026 AHA-aligned EKG Technician certification program on Code 3 Life Support EDU — an ideal next step for clinical professionals.
Designed for healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, and paramedics, as well as others who need an ACLS course completion card for job or other requirements.
In order to register for your ACLS renewal course, your AHA ACLS Provider certification must be current. You must already hold a current and non expired AHA BLS provider certification in order to register for any BLS combo course.