ACLS Skills Session for Nurses & Advanced Practice Nurses (RN / APRN)
Streamlined Resuscitation Credentialing for ER, ICU, PACU, Cath Lab, Travel Nurses & Nurse Practitioners
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In high-acuity nursing environments, from fast-paced trauma bays and ICUs to cardiac cath labs and surgical suites, rapid cardiac rhythm recognition, emergency pharmacology execution, and seamless resuscitation leadership are critical. Specifically designed for Registered Nurses (RN), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA), and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN), the AHA ACLS Skills Session at Attentive Safety provides a fast, flexible hands-on evaluation to complete your American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode® ACLS Blended Learning certification.
By pairing flexible, self-paced online cognitive modules with a focused 1-hour physical Megacode checkoff, Attentive Safety allows nursing professionals to satisfy hospital compliance, travel nursing contract requirements, and state board licensing mandates without taking full days away from shift rotations. Mandatory Precourse Requirements Per AHA regulations, all enrolled students must complete the following prior to attending their physical skills session:
🩺 Tailored for Advanced Nursing Specialties This specialized blended session focuses on practical, scenario-based Megacode evaluations directly relevant to high-acuity nursing specialties:
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ACLS Skills Session – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the ACLS Skills Session?
A: The ACLS Skills Session is the hands-on evaluation required to complete the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode ACLS blended learning program. After finishing the online portion, students attend this instructor-led session to practice and demonstrate essential ACLS skills, including CPR, airway management, rhythm recognition, and megacode performance.
Q: Who needs to complete an ACLS Skills Session?
A: Anyone who completes AHA HeartCode ACLS Online must attend a Skills Session to earn their ACLS Provider certification. This includes physicians, nurses, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, dentists, and other healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular emergencies.
Q: What are the prerequisites for the ACLS Skills Session?
A: Before attending, you must have:
Q: How long does the ACLS Skills Session take?
A: The session lasts approximately 1 hour, focusing on hands-on practice, team dynamics, and your final megacode test.
Q: How much does the ACLS Skills Session cost?
A: The cost is $100.00 per participant. Payment is required at least 24 hours before your session.
Q: When are sessions offered?
A:
Q: What skills will I practice during the session?
A: You will practice and be tested on:
Q: What is the Megacode Test?
A: The Megacode is a simulated cardiac arrest scenario where you must demonstrate:
Q: How many students are in each session?
A: We maintain a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring personalized coaching and a high-quality learning environment.
Q: Will I receive certification after the Skills Session?
A: Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a two-year American Heart Association ACLS Provider eCard.
Q: Can I add PALS or First Aid to my training?
A: Yes. Many healthcare professionals add:
Q: Can I reschedule my session if I need to?
A: Yes. You may request a new date using our official reschedule form:
👉 https://www.attentivesafety.com/reschedule-request.html
All rescheduling is subject to availability and must follow our attendance policy.
Q: Is the ACLS Skills Session refundable?
A: No. All sales are non-refundable. Missed sessions or late arrivals result in forfeiture of payment.
A: The ACLS Skills Session is the hands-on evaluation required to complete the American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode ACLS blended learning program. After finishing the online portion, students attend this instructor-led session to practice and demonstrate essential ACLS skills, including CPR, airway management, rhythm recognition, and megacode performance.
Q: Who needs to complete an ACLS Skills Session?
A: Anyone who completes AHA HeartCode ACLS Online must attend a Skills Session to earn their ACLS Provider certification. This includes physicians, nurses, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, dentists, and other healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular emergencies.
Q: What are the prerequisites for the ACLS Skills Session?
A: Before attending, you must have:
- Completed AHA HeartCode ACLS Online
- A valid BLS Provider Card
Proof of completion is required at check-in.
Q: How long does the ACLS Skills Session take?
A: The session lasts approximately 1 hour, focusing on hands-on practice, team dynamics, and your final megacode test.
Q: How much does the ACLS Skills Session cost?
A: The cost is $100.00 per participant. Payment is required at least 24 hours before your session.
Q: When are sessions offered?
A:
- Marietta, GA (HQ): 1640 Powers Ferry Rd SE, Bldg 18, Suite 300, 30067 (Available 7 Days a Week at 7:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:00pm, or 9:00pm)
- Alpharetta, GA: 2300 Lakeview Pkwy, Suite 700, 30009 (Mondays ONLY at 10:00am or 1:00pm)
- Lawrenceville, GA: 1755 North Brown Road, Suite 200, 30043 (Tuesdays ONLY at 10:00am or 1:00pm)
- Columbus, GA: 5547 Veterans Parkway, 31904 (Thursdays at 1:00pm)
- Birmingham, AL: 2100 SouthBridge Pkwy, Suite 650, 35209 (Fridays at 1:00pm)
- Chattanooga, TN: 200 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., Suite 1000, 37402 (Wednesdays at 1:00pm)
Q: What skills will I practice during the session?
A: You will practice and be tested on:
- High-performance CPR
- Airway management techniques
- Recognition and treatment of shockable and non-shockable rhythms
- Electrical therapy (defibrillation, cardioversion, pacing)
- ACLS pharmacology
- Team dynamics and communication
- Megacode performance
Q: What is the Megacode Test?
A: The Megacode is a simulated cardiac arrest scenario where you must demonstrate:
- Rhythm interpretation
- Medication selection and dosing
- Algorithm knowledge
- Effective intervention sequencing
- Strong communication and teamwork
A passing Megacode is required for ACLS certification.
Q: How many students are in each session?
A: We maintain a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring personalized coaching and a high-quality learning environment.
Q: Will I receive certification after the Skills Session?
A: Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a two-year American Heart Association ACLS Provider eCard.
Q: Can I add PALS or First Aid to my training?
A: Yes. Many healthcare professionals add:
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- Heartsaver First Aid
These can be scheduled before or after your ACLS session.
Q: Can I reschedule my session if I need to?
A: Yes. You may request a new date using our official reschedule form:
👉 https://www.attentivesafety.com/reschedule-request.html
All rescheduling is subject to availability and must follow our attendance policy.
Q: Is the ACLS Skills Session refundable?
A: No. All sales are non-refundable. Missed sessions or late arrivals result in forfeiture of payment.
Student Testimonials: ACLS Provider Skills Session
"Quick, convenient, and professional."
"The skills session was exactly what I needed to finish my ACLS certification. The instructor was friendly and made the process smooth and stress-free."
— Tasha L., ICU Nurse
"Perfect for my schedule!"
"I had already completed the online portion and just needed the hands-on session. Attentive Safety had flexible times and the instructor was excellent. Highly recommend!"
— Kevin R., Cardiac Tech
"Efficient and informative."
"Even though it was a skills check, the instructor made sure we understood the why behind the actions. It wasn’t just a checkbox—it was real learning."
— Dr. Nina M., Internal Medicine Resident
"The skills session was exactly what I needed to finish my ACLS certification. The instructor was friendly and made the process smooth and stress-free."
— Tasha L., ICU Nurse
"Perfect for my schedule!"
"I had already completed the online portion and just needed the hands-on session. Attentive Safety had flexible times and the instructor was excellent. Highly recommend!"
— Kevin R., Cardiac Tech
"Efficient and informative."
"Even though it was a skills check, the instructor made sure we understood the why behind the actions. It wasn’t just a checkbox—it was real learning."
— Dr. Nina M., Internal Medicine Resident
Premier AHA ACLS Skills Testing Across GA, AL, and TN
Attentive Safety is the premier provider of official American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS hands-on checkoffs across Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. Supporting nursing staff from Wellstar Health System, Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, Northside Hospital, UAB Medicine, Erlanger Health System, and national travel agencies, our training facilities deliver efficient, clinical-grade evaluations built specifically around nursing shift work.
