Ontario ACLS certification online

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.

Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS/PALS/BLS courses

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:

  • Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario for dental professionals accepts our ADA COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.

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
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Ontario’s cardiovascular health landscape

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.

Ontario-specific statistics and outcomes

  • High certification rates: Over 80% of emergency medical personnel in urban Ontario maintain current ACLS certification; however, continuous education is vital to keep pace with evolving protocols.
  • Impact of early intervention: Research indicates that early CPR and AED use can double or even triple the chances of survival in cardiac arrest cases.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes: In busy emergency departments, the integration of updated life support training has been directly linked to improved patient survival rates and better overall outcomes.

Ontario life support news

Ottawa hockey player's heart stopped for 17 minutes at the rink; CPR refresher course helps save his life

Mark Cloutier, 72, collapsed on the ice while warming up for a Wednesday afternoon beer league hockey game at Walter Baker Arena in Ottawa. Teammate Jonathan...

Ottawa expands public access to defibrillators in outdoor parks

The City of Ottawa announced the installation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in several outdoor parks to enhance emergency response capabilities...

Toddler declared dead for 3 hours after drowning in pool, saved by heroic medical team's efforts

A 20-month-old toddler named Waylon Saunders was found lifeless in a backyard pool and was declared dead for three hours. However, doctors and care teams wor...

Bystanders and public defibrillator save man's life at Ottawa park

A man collapsed during a baseball game at Brewer Park in Ottawa. Quick-thinking bystanders immediately called emergency services, performed CPR, and utilized...