Online ACLS certification

Welcome medical professionals

Medical professionals in British Columbia seeking efficient, accredited Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or recertification now have access to flexible online training programs tailored to provincial healthcare demands. With over 7,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCAs) annually in BC, and challenges such as delayed emergency medical service (EMS) response times in rural areas, maintaining up-to-date life support credentials is critical.

ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification programs

Comprehensive online training

British Columbia healthcare providers can complete ACLS, PALS, or BLS certifications entirely online through our platform which offers:

• Immediate access to 2020 AHA/HSFC guideline-compliant materials.
• Instant eCards and mailed certificates upon passing.
• AMA PRA category 1 credits™ and CME/CPD accreditation.
• A 30 days 100% money back guarantee.
• No skills check required: Full certification without in-person assessments.
• Discounts: 10% off two courses, 15% off three.

Blended learning options

For employers requiring hands-on validation, we offer blended ACLS courses:

1. Online modules: 8–14 hours of self-paced theory.
2. In-Person skills review: 8–13 hours of practical training.
3. Costs range from $200–$390, with recertification at reduced rates.

So how does it work?

Getting your PALS, BLS, and ACLS recertification or certification is remarkably simple with our service.

Just follow these steps to begin your training. Don’t worry; we walk you through every step once you sign up.

1. Select and download the ACLS online course or other course(s) from the list above
2. Study up and pass the online multiple choice test(s)
3. Receive your same-day email certification and receive your physical certificate within a few business days after requesting.

Discount rates

• Save 10% if you enroll in any 2 online BLS, ACLS, or PALS classes
• Save 15% if you enroll in any 3 online PALS, BLS, or ACLS classes
• No extra steps to claim your discount. Our shopping cart does all the work!

British Columbia’s cardiovascular health landscape

Cardiac care challenges in British Columbia

British Columbia’s cardiac care system faces notable challenges, particularly in rural and remote areas. Data from the BC Cardiac Arrest Registry indicates that survival rates for OHCAs are significantly lower outside urban centers due to longer EMS response times. Research suggests that survival to hospital discharge is highly dependent on advanced life support (ALS) intervention within the first six minutes of BLS initiation, yet many regions fall short of this benchmark.

Emergency medical services under strain

In 2023, British Columbia paramedics responded to over 45,000 cardiac-related emergencies, with rural areas experiencing significantly longer response times. While urban centers like Vancouver achieve a median response time of under 6 minutes, rural and remote communities often experience delays of 15 minutes or more. This gap increases mortality risks for OHCA patients, as early defibrillation is critical for survival.

Chronic disease burden

British Columbia’s aging population and high chronic disease prevalence amplify cardiovascular risks:

• 11.4% of adults in BC have diabetes, a major contributor to heart disease.
• 41.2% of British Columbians have high cholesterol, contributing to ischemic heart disease.
• Atrial fibrillation, affecting over 55,000 British Columbians, is responsible for nearly 20% of stroke cases in adults over 40.

British Columbia-specific training statistics and outcomes

Health system performance

• EMS response times: Delays in rural areas contribute to lower OHCA survival rates.
• Surgical backlogs: In 2023, thousands of delayed cardiac surgeries put additional pressure on emergency interventions.
• Cardiac arrest survival: In BC, survival rates for OHCAs remain below 15%, reinforcing the need for widespread ACLS training.

Educational attainment

• ACLS certification rates: 76% of BC nurses maintain current ACLS credentials, per 2024 workforce data.
• Training gaps: Over 20% of healthcare providers in smaller clinics report delays in recertification due to staff shortages.