Online ACLS certification in Maine
Earn your certifications or recertification online in 2–5 hours
Over 99% acceptance rate with 7-day money-back guarantee
10% off with 2 courses, 15% off with 3
Add one course for 10% off
Note: prices are in USD, CPR-C course will be mentioned as BLS
Add for the 15% three course discount
How to complete your ACLS certification in Maine
You are able to complete your ACLS, PALS and BLS certification in Maine with a fully in-person, or blended online course.
Acceptance in Maine
- Maine State Board of Nursing for nurses accepts our ANCC COURSES because we satisfy their rules.
- Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine for physicians accepts our AMA COURSES because we satisfy their rules.
- Maine Board of Dental Practice for dental professionals accepts our ADA COURSES because we satisfy their rules.
- Maine Child and Family Services for child care providers accepts our CPR, First Aid because we satisfy their rules.
- Maine Board of Pharmacy for pharmacists accepts our ACPE COURSES because we satisfy their rules.
- Maine Board of Pharmacy for pharmacy technicians accepts our ACPE COURSES because we satisfy their rules.
Welcome medical professionals
Welcome to the oldest provider of online ACLS (advanced cardiovascular life support) certification and recertification. We get you your new ACLS, PALS, or BLS certification in Maine as quickly and efficiently as possible!
We also understand the need for high-quality and accurate material. All of our online training material is written by experienced medical professionals and updated to reflect current American Heart Association guidelines.
Features include
- No skills check necessary.
- Receipt of a free instant provider eCard and hard-copy certificate upon request.
- All curricula complies with current AHA guidelines.
- Save 10% to 15% when you enroll in more than one course — no strings attached!
- 14 days 100% money-back guarantee.
- Take the test up to three times if you don’t pass this first or second time.
Now offering PALS and BLS courses
Not only do we offer top-quality training for ACLS certification in Maine, but we are now able to meet your entire certification requirement with our new PALS (pediatric advanced life support) and BLS (basic life support) courses. The following courses are available:
- PALS online certification and recertification
- BLS online certification and recertification
No skills check and 24/7 access
No skills check is necessary in order to receive your ACLS, BLS, or PALS certification in Maine. In addition, there is no skills check required for recertification. It’s as easy as signing up, studying up, and passing the test.
Once you pass the test, you will be able to download an instant provider eCard. We will also put your physical certificate in the mail within one business day if requested. This means that someone who is a physician assistant, doctor, or nursing professional can use our service and become certified 24/7. At the ACLS Training Center, we help you avoid the hassle of scheduling a skills test or working around other people’s schedules.
100% money-back guarantee
We want all of our customers to be fully satisfied with our BLS, ACLS, and PALS recertification and certification classes. So all of our courses come with a 7 days refund guarantee. We offer this unprecedented guarantee simply for your peace of mind.
We will refund 100% of your money if you are unhappy with our courses within the first 14 days.
Earn your certification or recertification today
Sign up for an ACLS, PALS, or BLS course in Maine from ACLS Training Center to find out why so many medical professionals are saving time and money by earning their provider eCards online.
- Our company has been helping nurses and other medical professionals from around the world become certified since 1998
- Our courses are comprehensive, easy to understand, and up to date with the latest cardiovascular-related medical practices
- Sign up and gain immediate access to our online training material and our exams. You can take as much time as you need to study up and pass the exam
Additional savings available
If you enroll in more than one of our training courses to earn your BLS, PALS, or ACLS certification in Maine, our online shopping cart will give you an automatic discount of up to 15%.
If you know that you will need additional certifications in the future, you can save money by purchasing the classes together. Remember, there is no time limit on taking and passing the exam. You can enroll in all the classes you need and take the tests on your own time.
Our discount allows you to
- Save 10% if you enroll in any two online BLS, ACLS or PALS classes.
- Save 15% if you enroll in any three online PALS, BLS or ACLS classes.
- Avoid extra steps to claim your discount. Our shopping cart does all of the work!
Widely accepted with money-back guarantee
Our BLS course, ACLS course, and PALS course in Maine are all accepted in every state of the United States as well as in most international countries and regions. If for whatever reason you enroll in a BLS, PALS, or ACLS course in Maine and it is not accepted, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee for the first days.
Based on the latest AHA guidelines
The team at the online ACLS Training Center works hard to stay up to date with new cardiac-related information and practices. You can get ACLS online and many other courses.
Maine medical statistics
Check out our Maine-specific medical statistics. On this page, you will find all sorts of medical facts that are directly related to Maine PALS, Maine BLS, and Maine ACLS issues.
How is Maine unique?
Unfortunately, Maine is the regional leader in heart disease: 5.2% of the adults in Maine have heart disease. Compare this to the regional average of 4.22%. Because of this, it should come as no surprise that Maine also has the highest rate of heart attacks in the Northeast. The rate of heart attacks is five percent.
It also has the lowest median household income in the Northeastern Region of the United States. The median household income is $48,133.
Finally, Maine has a relatively high rate of high cholesterol, at 38.8%.
RN license transfer, renewal & continuing ed
Each state needs a competent medical workforce to meet the needs of its citizens. However, the requirements for some health care professions are not the same in each state. That is why it is important to find out what is required of you as a future or current registered nurse before moving across state lines. Contact information is located at the bottom of this page.
Endorsement
Maine is a compact state. If you are moving to Maine or claiming it as your primary state of residence, you will need to apply for application by endorsement in order to use your license in Maine. General instructions are listed below.
- Complete, notarized application and $75 application fee.
- 2x2 passport-style photo, no more than two years old.
- Verification of licensure from any US state or territory or any country where you may have been originally licensed. You may use www.nursys.com if your state participates in Nursys, or you may use the Maine Verification Form.
- Proof of passing NCLEX scores.
- Transcript from an RN program (if applicable).
- US Social Security Number.
Your initial Maine license will be valid for at least one year. Subsequent renewals take place every two years. You may renew online for $75.
Continuing competency
Maine does not have continuing education requirements for RNs. However, foreign educated nurses must provide an original source transcript only upon request after the review of the application. Contact the Board for criminal background check information.
This state requires nurses to hold current ACLS certification.
Contact information
Web address: https://www.maine.gov/boardofnursing/
Address:
Maine State Board of Nursing
161 Capitol St.
Augusta, Maine, 04333-0158
Phone: 207-287-1133
Fax: 207-287-1149
Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In-person training
Your choices for in-person AHA training:
| Blended class | Classroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | This is a personalized and adaptive class completed online with a computer. After the class you will schedule with an instructor to complete the hands-on portion of the class. | This is a traditional classroom class with an instructor. |
| Course completion | Complete the online portion + hands-on skills session with an AHA Instructor. | Contact a Training Center in your area to sign up for an instructor-led class, see above |
| Time | The online portion of HeartCode BLS can be completed in approximately 1 to 2 hours. Time to complete the hands-on skills session varies around approximately 60 minutes, depending on your experience level. | A full BLS provider course can take 4.5 hours to complete, including skills practice and skills testing. |
| Completion card | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years |
Nearby training sites
View our list of training centers and skill testers in ME. This list was produced by ACLS Training Center.
Technical Safety Consulting
51 Hillside Drive/ Orrington, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Eastern CPR Training
605 US-1/ Scarborough, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Code One Portland - Biddeford
2 Main Street, Building 18, Suite 226/ Biddeford, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Delta Ambulance
29 Chase Avenue/ Waterville, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Emergency Medical Consultants
360 US Route 1 Yarmouth/ Falmouth, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Northern Maine Medical Center
194 East Main Street/ Fort Kent, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Mid Coast Hospital
123 Medical Center Dr/ Brunswick, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Pen Bay Medical Center
6 Glen Cove Dr/ Rockport, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Miles Memorial Hospital
66A Chapman St/ Damariscotta, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Kennebec Valley Community College
92 Western Ave/ Fairfield, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Tri-County EMS
300 Main St/ Lewiston, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Maine Coast Memorial Hospital
50 Union St/ Ellsworth, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Cary Medical Center
163 Van Buren Rd., Suite 1/ Caribou, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital (formally known as Aroostook Medical Center)
140 Academy St/ Presque Isle, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
North East Mobile Health Services
24 Washington Ave/ Scarborough, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Houlton Regional Hospital
20 Hartford St Attn: Receiving - Po#038644/ Houlton, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Mount Desert Island Hospital
10 Wayman Ln/ Bar Harbor, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Maine Medical Center
22 Bramhall St/ Portland, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Eastern Maine Medical Ctr
489 State St/ Bangor, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Northern LIght Mayo Hospital
897 W Main St/ Dover Foxcroft, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Calais Regional Hospital
24 Hospital Ln/ Calais, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Atlantic Partners
354 Hogan Rd/ Bangor, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Orono Fire Department
63 Main St/ Orono, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Mid Coast Health
Parkview Wellness Center 329 Main St./ Brunswick, ME
BLS
ACLS
PALS
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Total 24 training sites in ME. Show all.
ACLS Training Center course acceptance chart.
This list of AHA training centers is original research produced by ACLS Training Center and is not
authorized by any third party. By completing this form you are asking ACLS Training Center to arrange a
course and/or skills testing for you, preferably with this training center.
The American Heart Association name is owned by American Heart Association, Inc. ACLS Training Center has no
affiliation with American Heart Association.
Medical stories
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Quick acting first responders save woman’s life after crash in harrison
Jul 22, 2024 --A woman’s life was saved by first responders after a serious crash in Harrison. Around 10 a.m. on Saturday, an Auburn woman drove into a rock embankment near the Harrison Fire Department on School Street. Emergency crews quickly arrived and found her unconscious and not breathing. Acting fast, they performed CPR and were able to revive her. The woman was then rushed to the hospital, where she remains in critical condition. Thanks to the quick action of the first responders, her life was saved.
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Good samaritan sisters rush to aid child in tragic accident
Sep 22, 2023 --Scarborough residents Hayli and Ophelia Hu Kinney were en route to a family event when they encountered a distressing scene in Chelsea. Upon seeing a woman attempting CPR on a child's front lawn, the sisters, who had recently refreshed their CPR skills, rushed to assist. Hayli began performing CPR while Ophelia supported the foster mother. Despite the tragedy, they felt grateful to provide aid. Even after first responders arrived, they continued their efforts until the child was taken to the hospital, following a tragic accident involving a tow truck. The Hu Kinneys emphasized the importance of helping in such situations, echoing a sentiment that all children are a collective responsibility. Maine's Department of Health and Human Services declined to comment on the foster care aspect due to confidentiality laws, and the sisters offered support to the grieving family.
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A 4-year-old boy pulled out of the pond
Oct 22, 2021 --The mother called the authorities stating her 4-year old boy went out for a walk and then went missing. The K9 unit and Androscoggin County Sheriff's office went there to find the boy. He was found in a pool from where they pulled him out. The first responders performed CPR and then he was taken to the Maine Medical Center.
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Two-year-old child was provided CPR
Sep 22, 2021 --A two-year-old child was found unresponsive in a small farm pond. People called 911. Fire Chief Shawn was in the area so he responded to the call. He arrived on the scene and started providing CPR to the child promptly. The child was then sent to Maine Medical Center in Bangor where he remained in serious condition.
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13-year-old girl saved by deputy sheriff
Jun 8, 2021 --A 13-year-old girl was drowning when an Androscoggin County sheriff’s deputy saw the scene while he was on patrol, he rushed and jumped in the river to save the girl. He provided CPR to the girl until healthcare providers came and took her to the hospital in Maine.
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A 14-month old child saved from drowning
Jan 7, 2021 --On Tuesday morning Knox County Sheriff's Office received an emergency call stating a 14-month old child fell into the pool. When the first responders arrived the family members were already providing the CPR. The child was then transported to the Maine medical center in Portland.
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The nurse saved a collapsed man in a parking lot
Nov 30, 2020 --Kenzie was stationed newly in Boothbay Harbor as an active-duty Coast Guardsman. She saw a man collapse near her car and she immediately realized he was not breathing. She started performing CPR. The police responded to a call that a man has collapsed and died in a parking lot, but when the officers arrived they saw a man on the floor with a woman tending to him. The man regained his consciousness and was able to communicate.
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CPR saved a teen suffering from cardiac arrest
Nov 30, 2020 --15-year-old Charlie went unresponsive. His sister called 911 while his father started providing him CPR as he had taken a course on how to provide CPR. A Scarborough dispatcher helped him until healthcare providers arrived. They provided him shocks and his heart started beating again. He stayed 20 hours in a coma and then he slowly started to regain health.
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Jet skier hospitalized after crashing
Sep 21, 2019 --People were boating in the Sheepscot River when they saw a person fall off his jet ski. The person was found unresponsive and was unconscious. People immediately performed cpr and then took him to Robinhood Marina in Georgetown. His condition was not immediately available.
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Bystander saved man's life by CPR
Jul 10, 2019 --Nathan and his wife Kayla pulled up to a supermarket where they spotted an unconscious man lying on the floor. Nathan had CPR training so he rushed to provide him CPR. Nathan and another man provided him CPR until medical responders arrived. He saved a stranger's life.
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Total strangers helped save school teacher's life
Jul 10, 2019 --Nathan Howard and his wife Kayla had just parked their car and were about the enter the supermarket when they saw a man lying on the road, unconsciousness. The man was unresponsive and no pulse so Nathan immediately performed chest compressions. When first responders arrived, the victim has regained consciousness. A police officer congratulated Nathan for saving this stranger's life.
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Respiratory therapist saves boy at lake
Aug 9, 2016 --When Raeanna Fraser and her family pulled into Johnson Memorial Park, they saw a crowd at the dock and decided they should go see what was happening. When Fraser walked up to the dock people were screaming and she saw a young boy on the dock that had turned blue. She stated CPR on the boy and by the second set he was breathing again and getting some of the water out of his body. Rockland EMS arrived on the scene and performed CPR on the boy before taking him to the hospital. The boy's family has stated that he is recovering well. Raeanna Fraser was later presented with a challenge coin from the Rockland Police Chief for her life-saving actions.
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Heart attack victim saved by friends through CPR
May 15, 2015 --A 55-year-old man was supposed to be taken home by his friends because he wasn’t feeling well. He was vomiting and was having cold sweats. While in the car, the man suddenly pulled his hands to his chest, his face an expression of excruciating pain. He was unable to speak. His friends sought for help. A part-time police officer and emergency medical technician went to their aid. They pulled the man out of the car, settled him on the ground and they performed CPR on him until the medics arrived. He was revived and taken to the hospital for advanced treatment and monitoring.
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Infant saved by bystanders after car crashed into a steam
Nov 19, 2014 --An SUV lost control while traveling in icy conditions and crashed upside-down into a stream that’s 2.5-feet deep in Washington County. The older passengers only suffered minor injuries while a 3-month old infant was trapped inside the submerged car in the water. A man leapt into action and crawled into the SUV to save the infant and used his knife to cut the infant free from her car seat. He was able to pull the girl out from the water and another bystander performed CPR on the 3-month old baby. The baby was revived and was brought to Eastern Maine Medical Center.
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Man, severely beaten by a pair, was revived by deputy
Nov 10, 2014 --A man was beaten by his stepson and a companion after engaging in a physical fight. The victim was beaten with a baseball bat on the head and torso and then kicked by the two suspects while he was lying on the ground. Prior to the scuffle, deputies were called to oversee the victim’s stepson being at the house to get some clothing. When they arrived, they found the victim unconscious and not breathing. The man was revived by CPR performed by a deputy and he was taken to a hospital. The suspects were arrested and charged with aggravated assault.
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Two victims of fire at Biddeford were revived by CPR
Sep 19, 2014 --It was a horrible fate for eight people who were victims of fire. Firefighters responded to a fire at 35 Main St. where it was reported that the fire started on a rear stairwell. Eight people in total were injured, however, two of them were critically injured in the fire. The two men were found at the third floor apartment and carried outside. Firefighters performed CPR on the two victims and they were able to revive them. They were taken to Maine Medical Center for further treatments. Upon further investigation, it was reported that the apartment where the two men were found did not have a working smoke detector.