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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Course (2025)

*Pre-Course Requirement (Included in Course Fee)*
All students are required to complete mandatory pre-course work prior to attending class. Access instructions will be provided after registration. If you do not already have an account with the AHA eLearning system, you will need to create one to complete the pre-course materials.

Completion of the pre-course work is required to participate in the in-person skills session.

Course Description

The American Heart Association ACLS Provider Course builds on foundational BLS skills and emphasizes high-performance team dynamics, effective communication, and systems of care.

Students will learn to recognize and manage:

~ Cardiopulmonary arrest

~ Immediate post–cardiac arrest care

~ Acute dysrhythmias

~ StrokeAcute Coronary Syndromes (ACS)

Course Content / Modules

  • High-quality BLS skills, including effective chest compressions
  • Use of a bag-mask device and AED
  • Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
  • Recognition and management of peri-arrest conditions (e.g., symptomatic bradycardia)
  • Airway management
  • ACLS pharmacology
  • Management of ACS and stroke
  • Effective communication as a team member and team leader during resuscitation

Course Audience

ACLS is designed for healthcare professionals who direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes:

  • Physicians

  • Registered Nurses (RN) and Nurse Practitioners (NP)

  • Physician Assistants (PA)

  • EMTs and Paramedics

  • Respiratory Therapists

  • Dentists, Dental Assistants, and Dental Hygienists

  • Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

  • Healthcare students enrolled in accredited programs

Course Materials

Students will receive access to the ACLS Provider Manual, which includes the ACLS Pocket Reference Card Set (Item #20-1109).

Course Completion

Upon successful completion, students will receive an official American Heart Association ACLS Provider eCard, valid for 2 years.

Continuing Education

This course is approved for 3 hours of Continuing Education (CE).

 


ACLS Provider Update Course (2025 AHA Guidelines) – Sacramento

⚠️ Pre-Course Work Required (Included in Course Cost)**

All students are required to complete the ACLS Pre-Course Self-Assessment and online Pre-Course Work prior to attending class.

To access the pre-course materials, follow the link provided after registration. If you do not already have an account with AHA eLearning, you will need to create one.https:elearning.heart.org/course/424


Audience

The ACLS Provider Update course is designed for healthcare professionals who direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies.

This includes:

  • Emergency response personnel

  • Emergency department staff

  • ICU and critical care providers

  • Physicians

  • EMS professionals

  • Healthcare students enrolled in accredited programs

  • Dentists, Dental Assistants, and Dental Hygienists

  • EMTs and Paramedics

  • Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

  • Physician Assistants (PA)

  • Respiratory Therapists

  • Registered Nurses (RN) and Nurse Practitioners (NP)


Course Overview

This advanced course emphasizes:

  • High-performance team dynamics

  • Effective communication during resuscitation

  • Systems of care

  • Recognition and management of cardiopulmonary arrest

  • Immediate post–cardiac arrest care

  • Acute dysrhythmias

  • Stroke

  • Acute coronary syndromes (ACS)


Course Content / Modules

  • Review of high-quality BLS skills

  • Effective chest compressions

  • Bag-mask ventilation

  • Use of an AED

  • Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest

  • Recognition and management of peri-arrest conditions (e.g., symptomatic bradycardia)

  • Airway management

  • ACLS pharmacology

  • Management of ACS and stroke

  • Communication as both team member and team leader


Required Course Material

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Manual
Item #: 25-3100
Published by the American Heart Association

Students must have access to the current ACLS Provider Manual during class.


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students will receive an official AHA ACLS Provider eCard, valid for 2 years.


Continuing Education

This course is approved for 3 hours of Continuing Education (CE).


We look forward to training with you in Sacramento!

HeartCode® ACLS Skills Session (Parts 2 & 3) – Important Requirements

(2025 AHA Guidelines) SACRAMENTO

You must complete the 2025 American Heart Association HeartCode® ACLS Online (Item #25-3554)

Part 1 before registering for this skills session.

⚠️ Please bring BOTH of the following to your skills session:

  • Pre-Course Self-Assessment (70% or higher)

  • HeartCode® ACLS Online Completion Certificate

You will not be permitted to complete the skills session without proof of online completion.


What to Expect in Parts 2 & 3

During the hands-on session, students will demonstrate proficiency in:

  • 1-Rescuer Adult CPR and AED

  • Bag-Mask Ventilation

  • Megacode scenarios

Megacode scenarios are designed to closely simulate a real cardiac arrest environment and emphasize:

  • Team dynamics

  • Clear communication

  • Leadership and collaboration in advanced cardiovascular life support


ACLS Course Completion Includes 3 Parts:

Part 1: Online HeartCode® ACLS (Bring certificate of completion)
Part 2: Instructor-led hands-on skills practice
Part 3: Instructor-led skills testing

Upon successful completion of all three parts, participants will receive their ACLS Course Completion Card the same day.

We look forward to training with you!

PALS Initial Classroom course 1-Day Option (2025 AHA Guidelines) SACRAMENTO

⚠️ PRECOURSE WORK IS REQUIRED BEFORE CLASS

Precourse work is mandatory and is included in the cost of the class.

The American Heart Association (AHA) requires all students to

1. Complete the Precourse Self-Assessment

2. Complete the Precourse Work modules

3. Achieve a minimum score of 70%

4. Print the completion certificate/score report

5. Bring both documents to class

Failure to complete and bring proof of precourse work will require rescheduling.


Audience

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Course is designed for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies involving infants and children.

This includes:

  • Physicians

  • Nurses

  • Paramedics

  • Respiratory Therapists

  • Emergency response personnel

  • ICU and critical care providers

  • Healthcare professionals who require a PALS completion card for employment or credentialing


Course Content / Modules

  • 1- and 2-rescuer child CPR and AED use

  • 1- and 2-rescuer infant CPR

  • Cardiac, respiratory, and shock case discussions and simulations

  • Key updates reflecting the 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR & ECC

  • Management of pediatric respiratory emergencies

  • Resuscitation team dynamics

  • Rhythm disturbances and electrical therapy

  • Systematic Approach to Pediatric Assessment

  • Vascular access


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students will receive an AHA PALS Course Completion eCard, valid for 2 years.


Required Course Material

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Manual
Item #: 25-3120

Students must have access to the current PALS Provider Manual during class.

We look forward to training with you! 

PALS Renewal Classroom Course - SACRAMENTO

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

 

⚠️ PRECOURSE WORK IS REQUIRED BEFORE CLASS

Precourse work is mandatory and included in the cost of the class.

The American Heart Association (AHA) requires all students to:

Complete the PALS Precourse Self-Assessment

1. Complete the Precourse Work modules

2. Achieve a minimum score of 70%

3. Print the completion certificate/score report

4. Bring both documents to class

Failure to complete and provide proof of precourse work will require rescheduling.


Audience

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Course is designed for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies involving infants and children.

This includes:

  • Emergency response personnel

  • Emergency and critical care staff

  • Physicians

  • Nurses

  • Paramedics

  • Respiratory Therapists

  • Healthcare professionals who require a PALS completion card for employment or credentialing


Course Content / Modules

  • 1- and 2-rescuer child CPR and AED use

  • 1- and 2-rescuer infant CPR

  • Cardiac, respiratory, and shock case discussions and simulations

  • Key updates based on the 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR & ECC

  • Management of pediatric respiratory emergencies

  • Resuscitation team concepts

  • Rhythm disturbances and electrical therapy

  • Systematic approach to pediatric assessment

  • Vascular access


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students will receive an AHA PALS Course Completion Card, valid for 2 years.

 

 

 

HeartCode® PALS Skills - (AHA Guidelines 2025) SACRAMENTO 

You must complete the 2025 American Heart Association HeartCode® PALS Online (Item #20-3555)

 Part 1 before registering for this skills session.

⚠️ Please bring BOTH of the following to your skills session:

Pre-Course Self-Assessment (70% or higher)

HeartCode® PALS Online Completion Certificate

You will not be permitted to complete the skills session without proof of online completion.


What to Expect in Parts 2 & 3:

In Parts 2 and 3, students will demonstrate proficiency in providing skills in:

1. 1- and 2-rescuer Child BLS with AED

2. 1- and 2-rescuer Infant BLS 

3. Management of respiratory emergencies

4. IO access

5. Perform as team leader for one cardiac core case testing scenario and one respiratory or shock core case testing scenario.


PALS Course Completion Includes 3 Parts:

Part 1: Online HeartCode® PALS (Bring certificate of completion)

Part 2: Instructor-led hands-on skills practice session with our authorized AHA PALS Instructor.

Part 3: Instructor-led skills testing with our authorized AHA PALS Instructor.

 

Upon successful completion of all three parts, participants will receive their PALS Course Completion Card the same day.

 

We look forward to training with you!

Heartsaver® First Aid ONLY - Classroom Course 

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

SACRAMENTO 

Audience

The American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid ONLY course is designed for individuals with little or no medical training who need a First Aid course completion card.

Audience:

  • Parents

  • Nannies

  • Grandparents

  • Babysitters (10 years or older)

  • Summer camp counselors

  • Coaches

  • Teachers and childcare providers


Course Overview

This course trains participants in first aid basics for the most common emergencies, including:

  • How to recognize an emergency

  • How to activate emergency response

  • How to provide immediate lifesaving care

The course reflects the most current science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for First Aid.


Course Content / Modules

The Heartsaver® First Aid course includes instruction in:

  • First Aid Basics

    • Scene safety

    • Identifying the problem

    • Calling for help

  • Medical Emergencies

    • Choking

    • Breathing problems

    • Shock

  • Injury Emergencies

    • Bleeding

    • Broken bones

    • Burns

  • Environmental Emergencies

    • Bites and stings

    • Temperature-related emergencies

    • Poison emergencies

  • Preventing Illness and Injury


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students will receive an AHA Heartsaver® First Aid ONLY Course Completion Card, valid for 2 years.


Student Course Material

Heartsaver® First Aid Student Workbook
Item #: 15-1021

If you have any questions about this course, we’re happy to help, please contact the training center at 916-264-8055

 

***FARSI/DARI ***

HeartSavers® Pediatric First Aid - CPR - AED for State of California Childcare/Preschool/Foster Family

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

SACRAMENTO

Audience
The Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course is an 8-hour training designed to meet California EMSA requirements for licensed childcare providers. Offered through the American Heart Associationthis course covers pediatric first aid along with CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants.

Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to illnesses and injuries in infants and children during the critical first minutes until professional help arrives. This course is ideal for:

  • Childcare providers and preschool teachers

  • Foster care providers

  • Camp counselors and youth program staff

  • Coaches of children’s sports teams

  • Parents, grandparents, babysitters, and guardians


Course Content / Modules
Students will learn the Four Steps of First Aid (Prevent, Be Safe, Call 911, Act) along with essential pediatric emergency skills, including:

  • Identifying and assessing emergencies

  • Bleeding control and bandaging

  • Allergic reactions and use of an epinephrine pen

  • Asthma-related emergencies

  • Drowning response

  • Bites and stings

  • Burns care

  • Child CPR & AED use

  • Infant CPR


Course Completion Card
Participants will receive an AHA Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course completion card, valid for years.


Student Course Materials
Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Student Workbook (Item #20-1124) is included and provided for use during the course.

BLS Instructor Course - INITIAL (AHA Guidelines 2025) 

SACRAMENTO

***There is mandatory precourse work that ius required prior to attending the in-person portion of this class***

Audience
The American Heart Association BLS Instructor Course is designed for individuals 18 years or older who want to teach Basic Life Support (BLS) to healthcare providers in both pre-hospital and in-hospital settings. It also prepares instructors to teach Heartsaver® First Aid, CPR, and AED courses to the general public for workplace and regulatory requirements in industries such as construction, childcare, and more.


Course Content / Modules
This course prepares candidates to effectively plan, teach, and manage AHA BLS courses, including:

  • Understanding AHA course curriculum, administration, and management

  • Overview of the latest AHA science and guidelines updates

  • Navigating the AHA Instructor Network

  • Heartsaver® and BLS Instructor materials and required equipment

  • Organizing and conducting courses

  • Skills testing and written exam procedures

  • Instructor renewal requirements

  • Training Center policies and procedures

  • HeartCode® BLS and blended learning formats

  • Hands-Only CPR instruction

  • Manikin maintenance, cleaning, and decontamination


Course Completion Card
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive an AHA BLS Instructor eCard, valid for 2 years.


Student Course Materials
The following required materials are included:

  1. BLS Instructor Essentials Online (Item #20-1420)

  2. 2025 AHA BLS Instructor Manual (Item #25-1103)

  3. 2025 AHA BLS Provider Manual (Item #25-1102)

  4. 2025 AHA BLS DVD Set (Item #25-1105)


This course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to become an effective AHA Instructor and deliver high-quality lifesaving training in both healthcare and community settings.

 
 
 

BLS Instructor Course - RENEWAL (AHA Guidelines 2025) 

SACRAMENTO

***There is mandatory precourse work that ius required prior to attending the in-person portion of this class***

Audience
The American Heart Association BLS Instructor Course is designed for individuals 18 years or older who want to teach Basic Life Support (BLS) to healthcare providers in both pre-hospital and in-hospital settings. It also prepares instructors to teach Heartsaver® First Aid, CPR, and AED courses to the general public for workplace and regulatory requirements in industries such as construction, childcare, and more.


Course Content / Modules
This course prepares candidates to effectively plan, teach, and manage AHA BLS courses, including:

  • Understanding AHA course curriculum, administration, and management

  • Overview of the latest AHA science and guidelines updates

  • Navigating the AHA Instructor Network

  • Heartsaver® and BLS Instructor materials and required equipment

  • Organizing and conducting courses

  • Skills testing and written exam procedures

  • Instructor renewal requirements

  • Training Center policies and procedures

  • HeartCode® BLS and blended learning formats

  • Hands-Only CPR instruction

  • Manikin maintenance, cleaning, and decontamination


Course Completion Card
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive an AHA BLS Instructor eCard, valid for years.


Student Course Materials
The following required materials are included:

  1. BLS Instructor Essentials Online (Item #20-1420)

  2. 2025 AHA BLS Instructor Manual (Item #25-1103)

  3. 2025 AHA BLS Provider Manual (Item #25-1102)

  4. 2025 AHA BLS DVD Set (Item #25-1105)


This course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to become an effective AHA Instructor and deliver high-quality lifesaving training in both healthcare and community settings.

 
 

 BLS Providers-Classroom - Initial or Renewal

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

SACRAMENTO

Earn your American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification in traditional, 100% instructor-led classroom designed for healthcare providers and first responders who prefer comprehensive, face-to-face learning experience. This course is ideal for professionals seeking hands-on BLS training in the Sacramento and Yuba City areas without the need for online modules.

Our curriculum is fully updated to reflect the latest 2025 AHA BLS Guidelines, covering essential skills such as high-quality CPR, proper AED use, and the updated Chain of Survival. You’ll also receive in-depth training on opioid overdose response protocols and the current adult choking relief sequence (back blows and abdominal thrusts), ensuring you are prepared for real-world emergencies.

At Hopewell CPR Training, we emphasize high-performance team dynamics, making this class especially valuable for nurses, dentists, EMTs, and other healthcare professionals who benefit from interactive, real-time instruction. Unlike blended learning options, there is no pre-course work required—simply attend the class, learn from experienced instructors, and complete your training in one session.

Upon successful completion, you will receive your AHA BLS eCard within 24 hours. Your certification is valid for two years and is widely accepted by hospitals and healthcare employers nationwide.

Audience

This course is designed for individuals who need Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for professional or educational requirements, including:

  • Healthcare providers (physicians, nurses, paramedics)

  • Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)

  • Medical and nursing students

  • Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants

  • Physical and occupational therapists

  • Respiratory therapists

  • Medical assistants

  • Anyone requiring BLS certification for employment or credentialing

Whether you’re entering the healthcare field or maintaining your current certification, this course provides the hands-on training and confidence needed to respond in critical situations.

 
 
 



 

BLS Provider Skills Session in

(AHA Guidelines 2025) 

SACRAMENTO

Important Course Information – Skills Session Only

This course DOES NOT include the online portion of the American Heart Association HeartCode® BLS program.

👉 This is Skills Session ONLY class.

If you have not yet completed the HeartCode BLS online portion (Part 1), you must register and complete it prior to attending this class.

Link: HeartCode BLS Online link to register


Who This Class Is For
The BLS Provider Skills Session (Parts 2 & 3) is designed for students who have already completed the HeartCode BLS online course and need to fulfill the required hands-on skills evaluation.


Course Components
Successful completion of the BLS Provider course includes three parts:

  • Part 1: Online course (HeartCode BLS)
    You must bring your certificate of completion to class.

  • Part 2: Hands-on skills practice session with an authorized AHA BLS Instructor

  • Part 3: Skills testing with an authorized AHA BLS Instructor


During the session, students will demonstrate proficiency in essential BLS skills, including high-quality CPR, prioritizing chest compressions, and effective AED use.

Upon successful completion of all required skills, participants will receive their course completion card the same day.

 
 

Heartsaver® ADULT -CPR & AED

(Infant & Child Optional)

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

SACRAMENTO

All Heartsaver CPR AED Online purchases are final.

No refunds.


Audience

The American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR AED course is designed for individuals with little or no medical training who need a course completion card in adult CPR and AED use for employment, regulatory, or other requirements.

This self-paced, web-based course is available 24/7 and provides a flexible alternative to classroom-based training.


Course Content / Modules

  • Adult CPR and AED use

  • Adult choking

  • Optional modules:

    • Child CPR and AED use

    • Infant CPR and infant choking


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students receive an AHA Heartsaver® CPR AED Course Completion Card, valid for 2 years.


Student Course Materials

Students have access to all online course content for 24 months following activation of their course key.

If you have any questions about this course, please let us know—we’re happy to 

Student Course Material: Heartsaver CPR  AED Student Workbook, Item #:20-1129

Heartsaver® ADULT  First Aid- CPR - AED

(Child & Infant Optional)

AHA Guidelines 2025

SACRAMENTO

All Heartsaver ADULT First Aid - CPR - AED  purchases are final.

No refunds.


Audience

The American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid, AED & CPR courses are designed for individuals with little or no medical training who require a First Aid CPR AED course completion card for employment, regulatory, or other requirements.

This web-based, self-directed program teaches participants the critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to emergencies in the first few minutes until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrives.


Course Content / Modules

  • First Aid Basics

    • Scene safety

    • Identifying the problem

    • Activating emergency response

    • Calling for help

  • Medical Emergencies

    • Choking

    • Breathing problems

    • Shock

    • And more

  • Injury Emergencies

    • Severe bleeding

    • Broken bones

    • Burns

    • And more

  • Environmental Emergencies

    • Bites and stings

    • Heat- and cold-related emergencies

    • Poison emergencies


Course Completion Card

Upon successful completion, students receive an AHA Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED Course Completion Card, valid for 2 years.


Student Course Materials

Students have access to all online course content for 24 months following activation of their course key.

If you have any questions about this course, please contact us — we’re happy to help!

 

 

HeartSavers® Pediatric First Aid - CPR - AED for State of California Childcare/Preschool/Foster Family

(AHA Guidelines 2025)

SACRAMENTO

Audience
The Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course is an 8-hour training designed to meet California EMSA requirements for licensed childcare providers. Offered through the American Heart Associationthis course covers pediatric first aid along with CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants.

Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to illnesses and injuries in infants and children during the critical first minutes until professional help arrives. This course is ideal for:

  • Childcare providers and preschool teachers

  • Foster care providers

  • Camp counselors and youth program staff

  • Coaches of children’s sports teams

  • Parents, grandparents, babysitters, and guardians


Course Content / Modules
Students will learn the Four Steps of First Aid (Prevent, Be Safe, Call 911, Act) along with essential pediatric emergency skills, including:

  • Identifying and assessing emergencies

  • Bleeding control and bandaging

  • Allergic reactions and use of an epinephrine pen

  • Asthma-related emergencies

  • Drowning response

  • Bites and stings

  • Burns care

  • Child CPR & AED use

  • Infant CPR


Course Completion Card
Participants will receive an AHA Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course completion card, valid for years.


Student Course Materials
Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Student Workbook (Item #20-1124) is included and provided for use during the course.

This course is for students that have completed the BLS INSTRUCTOR training course with Hopewell CPR.

Please contact the office to schedule your monitoring course, once you have completed the following:

1. Precourse work online

2. Printed and presented you certification of completions

3. Emailed or printed and presented your Resume, prior to in-person skills portion or at the time of the class. 

4. Completed the in-person 8 hour essentials skills instructor course at either the Yuba City or Sacramento location.

5. Each instructor monitoring course must have at least 3 students enrolled to conduct proper monitoring.

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