American Heart Association Training Center

ACLS Certification

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AHA ACLS Certification: Your Way, Your Schedule

ACLS

ACLS Online & Skills

ACLS Initial or Renewal
Part 1: Online HeartCode ACLS & Part 2: In-Person ACLS Skills
| Instant AHA ACLS Provider eCard | Claim 2-3 CEU’s |
100% Pass Rate – Unlimited Attempts
(30mins)

ACLS

ACLS Skills

ACLS Initial or Renewal
Part 2: In-Person ACLS Skills
| Instant AHA ACLS Provider eCard | Claim 2–3 CEU’s |
100% Pass Rate – Unlimited Attempts
(30mins)

Note: You can add more courses to your registration though, by clicking “Add More Courses” on the checkout/registration page

AHA ACLS Course In Your Location

Our AHA ACLS course is available at multiple locations across Maryland, Washington D.C., Delaware, and Virginia. We understand that as a healthcare professional, your time is valuable, which is why we offer flexible scheduling and in-person training options. Whether you’re looking to renew your certification or earn it for the first time, we provide sessions at convenient times across all our locations to fit your busy schedule.

What's Inside Our ACLS Certification Class

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In our ACLS Certification Class, students will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills essential for responding to cardiovascular emergencies. The course covers key topics such as:

  1. Basic Life Support (BLS) Review: A refresher on essential CPR skills, including high-quality chest compressions, proper ventilation, and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).
  2. Pharmacology: Learning about medications used during emergencies, such as epinephrine, amiodarone, and adenosine, including how and when to administer them.
  3. Advanced Airway Management: Techniques for securing a patient’s airway, including intubation and the use of advanced airway devices to ensure proper ventilation.
  4. Cardiac Arrest Management: Protocols for managing patients in cardiac arrest, focusing on recognizing rhythms and appropriately using defibrillation and other advanced life support techniques.
  5. ACLS Algorithms: Step-by-step protocols for dealing with a range of emergency situations, from bradycardia and tachycardia to stroke and respiratory distress.
  6. Team Dynamics: Effective communication and role coordination during a resuscitation effort to ensure a smooth and organized response from the team.
  7. Case Scenarios: Realistic practice scenarios where participants apply ACLS protocols, helping them gain hands-on experience and confidence.
  8. Post-Resuscitation Care: Key strategies for post-cardiac arrest care to improve patient outcomes and prevent further complications.
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Why We’re Better for Your ACLS Certification Training

At our core, we believe every learner is different, so we make sure our training works with your unique learning style. You’ll have the freedom to work through online modules at your own pace, and when it’s time to get hands-on, you’ll be supported every step of the way with personalized guidance

Our instructors aren’t just certified— they have years of experience in emergency and critical care. They’ve been in the field, handling high-pressure situations, and they bring those insights directly into your training. This means you’ll not only learn the theory, but you’ll also get practical advice and skills that apply to real emergencies.

We know that sitting with a textbook isn’t always the best way to learn, so we’ve created a variety of engaging materials to help you stay interested and motivated. With videos, quizzes, and interactive simulations, our courses make it easier for you to learn and retain important information, preparing you for whatever comes your way.

What Will You Gain After Completing ACLS Classes

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Benefits

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Improve Confidence in Emergency Situations

You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage cardiovascular emergencies, giving you confidence in high-pressure situations.

Ability to Save Lives

By mastering life-saving techniques such as CPR, defibrillation, and airway management, you’ll be equipped to directly impact patients’ survival during cardiac emergencies.

 Immediate Certification Access

After completing the course, you’ll receive your official American Heart Association ACLS certification the same day.

Recognition as a Qualified Healthcare Provider

Your certification is globally recognized, demonstrating your competence in advanced cardiac life support and making you a valuable asset in any healthcare setting.

Career Advancement Opportunities

With ACLS certification, you’ll open doors to a broader range of career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, emergency response teams, and healthcare institutions worldwide.

Our on-site ACLS certification training offers a comprehensive, hands-on approach to emergency cardiovascular care. Ideal for teams that need immediate preparedness in a professional environment.

What is ACLS?

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) is a certification for healthcare professionals who manage cardiovascular emergencies. Bayside CPR offers AHA-certified ACLS courses.

Renewal courses are shorter, typically around 6 hours for the traditional option. Blended and RQI options are even faster, focusing on skills validation.

Blended Learning & RQI Self Guided Station: Online portion 2-4hrs + in-person skills check-off (under 1 hour).

AHA ACLS certifications are valid for two years, regardless of how you complete the training. Whether you are doing the traditional all in person, the blended learning(fast track), or the RQI Self Guided station you will receive the EXACT same official American Heart Association eCard, there is absolutely no difference as all of our training is American Heart Association.

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who may respond to cardiovascular emergencies, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other advanced healthcare providers.

Bayside CPR offers three convenient options:

  • Traditional: Attend a full in-person ACLS course.
  • Blended Learning(Fast Track): Complete the online AHA HeartCode ACLS, then attend a skills check-off at Bayside CPR.
  • RQI Self-Guided Station(Most Popular): Complete the online portion(included) and skills check off at our RQI station.

A pre-assessment may be required for instructor-led courses to gauge your current knowledge. The HeartCode online portion includes assessments as well.

After you successfully pass the class or skills, you will receive an email instantaneously from the American Heart Association with directions on how to claim your certification card.  All American Heart Association cards are digital and can be accessed anytime.

The American Heart Association requires having access to the ACLS Provider Manual while your certification is current.

If you’d like to purchase a book, we have books available at our conveniently located training locations.

We also provide a helpful study guide under our resources tab on this website.

Bayside CPR does not issue CEUs or CMEs. If you need CME credits, you can claim those as well by clicking on “Claim CE Certificate” They are not required for the class. This is only if you need them and your governing body needs something other than a completion certification from the AHA.

We have multiple convenient locations across Maryland and Washington D.C. to serve your needs for American Heart Association Certifications for BLS CPR, ACLS & PALS.

RQI Location List:

Annapolis:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Annapolis
  • Address: 1160 Spa Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Annapolis
  • Link: https://youtube.com/shorts/GAH2LpUfmIE*

 

Easton:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Easton (Coming Soon: April 1st, 2025)
  • Address: 129 North West Street, Easton, MD 21601
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Easton
  • Link: Coming Soon

 

Centreville:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Centreville
  • Address: 324 Pennsylvania Ave, Centreville, MD 21617
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (everyday)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Centreville
  • Link: https://youtu.be/aARa5EI4i44

 

Riverdale/College Park:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Riverdale/College Park
  • Address: 6811 Kenilworth Ave, Riverdale, MD 20737
  • Hours: 8am to 6pm M-F, Saturday: 9am to 12pm, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Riverdale/College Park
  • Link: https://youtube.com/shorts/SP8anvn1CYw

 

Gaithersburg:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Gaithersburg
  • Address: 101 Lakeforest Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  • Hours: 8am to 5pm M-F, Saturday: 8am to 12pm, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Gaithersburg
  • Link: https://youtu.be/taq-YU7yGLY

 

Laurel:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Laurel
  • Address: 14502 Greenview Dr, Laurel, MD 20708
  • Hours: 6am to 5pm M-F, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Laurel
  • Link: https://youtu.be/4BT6fOPF06s

 

Baltimore/Towson:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Towson/Baltimore
  • Address: 2219 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm (Every Day)
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Towson/Baltimore
  • Link: https://youtu.be/-mJrkEG_uGk

 

Washington D.C:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Washington D.C.
  • Address: 1120 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
  • Hours: Mon-Fri: 7am to 5pm
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Washington D.C.
  • Link: https://youtu.be/whAryMbFVss

 

Waldorf:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Waldorf
  • Address: 3215 Leonardtown Rd, Waldorf, MD 20602
  • Hours: 7am to 7pm: Everyday
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Waldorf
  • Link: https://youtu.be/Lieb186o4b4

 

Bethesda:

  • Title: Bayside CPR – RQI Station Bethesda
  • Address: 6900 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20815
  • Hours: 8am to 5pm Mon-Fri, 8am to 1pm Sat, Closed Sunday
  • Video: How to Find the Bayside CPR RQI Station – Bethesda
  • Link: https://youtu.be/63ZJ9Gyb8_M

To see all of our American Heart Association all in-person courses at the following link: https://baysidecpr.enrollware.com/schedule

You can register for American Heart Association all in person courses at specific locations using the following links: