The American Heart Association
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a non-profit organization in the United States that funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living and fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Program Manager
Claudia Sabogal-Rodriguez, MPHM, MSN, RN, CEN
786-467-3263
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Eligibility Requirements and Application Schedule
Our program attracts, educates, and retains exceptional healthcare talent to serve the South Florida community. Program participants will be trained in the Baptist Health Way with a focus on quality, inclusion, compassion, and collaboration.
Eligibility Prerequisites
- The American Heart Association developed the ACLS Renewal Course for currently active healthcare providers (e.g., medical, nursing, emergency medical, or allied health personnel) whose daily occupation or scholastic activities require proficiency in the knowledge and skills of ACLS.
- Must be an active healthcare provider whose training and scope of practice requires a knowledge base that includes the foundations of ACLS knowledge and skills.
- Must have a solid knowledge of basic ECG interpretation.
- Must possess knowledge of pharmacological concepts and competent administration of drugs used during ACLS.
- Must be familiar with performing the BLS Primary Survey and the ACLS Secondary Survey.
- Wish to renew their certification.
Application Requirements
- Possess a current American Heart Association ACLS provider card.
- Complete the online ACLS pretest prior to attending class.
Acceptance and admission to the program is contingent on submission of all requested materials and meeting all eligibility requirements as determined by the program.
Application Timeline
- Where do applicants go to apply? For more information, price, and registration instructions, please send an email to CPRAdmin1@BaptistHealth.net
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When are applications accepted? If recertifying, register three months prior to expiration date. Continuous throughout the year, subject to availability.
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When does the program start?
Continuous throughout the year, subject to availability.
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