This page explains the ACLS certification process in Ontario, including accreditation with its different government agencies and how to complete your certification online or in-person.
The official place to buy Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses is this acls.net website.
Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS/PALS/BLS courses are accepted in Ontario through the following accreditation bodies and agencies:
Ontario experiences nearly 7,500 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCAs) annually, with urban centers reporting critical incidents where every minute matters. Despite rapid response systems in major cities, survival rates remain under 10% without immediate intervention. Studies show that when CPR and defibrillation are administered within the first five minutes, survival chances can increase by over 50%. Additionally, the prevalence of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes is notably high among Ontario’s diverse population, underscoring the need for prompt, expertly delivered care.
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