EMT 2700 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support-ACLS Provider

Institution:

Oakland Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: Current certification in Basic Life Support (Health Care Provider) according to AHA standards. This course is designed to teach the essential skills of Advanced Cardiac Life Support according to current standards, but at a slower pace for students who are not involved with cardiac emergencies on a regular basis. Students are strongly encouraged to have a background in the medical, nursing, and/or paramedical fields. A basic understanding of interpreting EKG's is also encouraged. Basic Life Support, advanced airway maneuvers, defibrillation, cardioversion, cardiac pacing, pharmacological therapy, and algorithm proficiency are all components of the course. Successful completion will result in ACLS certification. Course/lab fees

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oaklandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(248) 341-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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