Oklahoma ACLS certification online

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 Oklahoma through the following accreditation bodies and agencies:

• Oklahoma Board of Nursing for nurses accepts our ANCC COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
• Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision for physicians accepts our AMA COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
• Oklahoma Board of Dentistry for dental professionals accepts our ADA COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
• Oklahoma DHS The University of Oklahoma Center for Early Childhood Professional Development (CECPD) for child care providers accepts our CPR, First Aid because they specifically reviewed and approved the course .
• Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy for pharmacists accepts our ACPE COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
• OK Dept of Health for EMTs accepts our BLS because our course satisfies their rules.
• for body artists accepts our BBP, CPR, First Aid because our course satisfies their rules.

If you are a nurse, physician assistant, or other medical professional who needs ACLS certification in Oklahoma, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to the oldest provider of online ACLS (advanced cardiovascular life support) certification and recertification. We make it our top priority to get your new ACLS, PALS, or BLS certification to you as quickly and efficiently as possible!

We also understand the need for high-quality and accurate material when getting one’s certification or recertification. All of our training material is written by experienced medical professionals and updated to reflect current American Heart Association guidelines.

Oklahoma medical statistics

Residents of Oklahoma might want to check out our Oklahoma PALS, ACLS, and BLS medical statistics. The data below contains information regarding the overall health of Oklahoma compared to the region and nation.

How is Oklahoma unique?

Unfortunately, Oklahoma is one of the least healthy states in the region. Oklahoma residents far outpace the other Southwestern states when it comes to cardiovascular-related deaths. Out of 100,000 people, 336 will die due to cardiovascular complications. To give some perspective, the regional average is 264.

Oklahoma also has the highest percentage of adults who smoke, at 23.7%. The next highest state is New Mexico, with 18.5%. Also, 20.5% of Oklahoma residents report that they are in poor to fair health. The Southwestern regional average is 18.4%.

Obesity rate in Oklahoma

A survey shows that the obesity rate among teenagers is on the rise in Oklahoma. The obesity rate in Oklahoma is a serious concern and leads to a variety of cardiovascular-related complications. https://stateofchildhoodobesity.org/state-data/?state=ok

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.

Endorsements

General requirements for endorsement in Oklahoma are listed below.

• Complete application with fees
  • $85.00 application fee
  • $10.00 for temporary license
  • Application fee is $125 for foreign applicants. $85 for endorsement + $40 Education Equivalence Evaluation.
  • Online Application and Instructions
• Proof of lawful presence in the US
  • Nurses educated outside the US should review the Oklahoma Board of Nursing instructions for foreign-educated nurses.
• Proof of graduation from an approved program located in the US or in a US territory. Curriculum must include:
  • Adult care
  • Child care
  • Maternal and newborn nursing
  • Nursing for psychiatric and mental health

• Generally, a passing NCLEX score is required; however, for further exam information, see the Oklahoma Nursing Board exam information.

• Your original state of licensure must send verification of your license and proof of graduation. If they cannot prove your graduation, your school will need to send an original transcript to the Board. Visit the Nursys license verification system to see if your state participates in www.nursys.com, an online system for license verification.

• Proof of continuing education and experience
  • Board approved refresher course work
  • Passing NCLEX or 105 credit hours of classroom and clinical nursing coursework
  • 520 hours of work experience as an RN over the last two years
• Criminal Background Check
  • If you have an Oklahoma mailing address you will need to go to an IdentGo center. To schedule an appointment, visit IdentGo appointment scheduling to do it.
  • If you have an out-of-state mailing address you will receive coded fingerprint cards in the mail. You will be responsible for any incurred costs associated with fingerprinting.

Continuing competency

You must fulfill one of the following requirements for continued qualification and renewal purposes:

• 520 hours of work as an RN, or
• 24 hours of relevant, continuing nursing education
• Current nursing specialty certification
• Six hours of coursework (academic credit) at the RN level or higher
• Board approved refresher course
  • See Oklahoma Board approved refresher courses for board approved refresher courses.
  • For more details on the refresher course policy, see the Oklahoma Board refresher course policy PDF.

Contact information

Oklahoma Board of Nursing

P.O. Box 52926
Oklahoma City, OK 73152

Physical location:
2501 N. Lincoln Blvd., Suite 207
Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Phone: 405-962-1800 or 405-962-1832
Fax: 405-962-1821

Business hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CST, Monday-Friday (Closed on state holidays)

FAQ

See the Oklahoma Nursing Board frequently asked questions.

In-person training

Nearby training sites

View our list of training centers and skill testers in OK.