The 4-minute introductory video below explains how to use this website as a complete ACLS study guide to prepare for AHA ACLS certification. This video will help you navigate through the site and make the most of your time here.
If you are new to ACLS or you would like a guided approach to reviewing all of the training materials, the interactive course guide is designed to provide this. You can access the interactive course guide at any time from the top navigation.”
You can also download the checklist located in the download library here. This checklist will ensure that you cover all of the ACLS training content on the site.
This website was created with the purpose of being a complete ACLS study guide in your preparation for AHA ACLS certification.
Step 1: Review the Knowledge Base.
If you do not use the interactive course guide, your first step will be to review the knowledge base in the left-hand navigation on this site. If you are using a mobile device, you will find the knowledge base material in the learning menu located in the upper right-hand corner.
In the knowledge base you will find up-to-date information about all of the major ACLS algorithms. You will also find a comprehensive review of all of the major ECG rhythms that you will encounter in emergencies.
Step 2: Test your knowledge in the Quizzes and Scenarios Department.
The second step in the ACLS study guide will be to access the Quizzes and Scenarios department located in the left-hand navigation. In this section start with all of the ACLS Quizzes and then work your way through the megacode simulator.
The quizzes and megacode scenarios are multiple choice tests that will challenge your knowledge and prepare you for ACLS certification testing.
You can also study on the go with ACLS Audio Quiz Series. This Audio Quiz Series will give you a thorough and challenging review of the entire ACLS provider manual.
Step 3: Use the video department to achieve mastery of your skills.
The third step you will take will be to access the video department located in the left hand navigation. In the video department, you will be challenged with the Megacode Series Videos and Rapid Rhythm Identification videos. 
These videos take you through real time megacode scenarios and rhythm reviews that help you master all of the ACLS algorithms.
Also found in the video department, are short video reviews of the ACLS algorithms.
Sign-up for the complete online ACLS study guide that will prepare you for the AHA certification.
Michele Harris says
Thank-you, Jeff, I really enjoy using your website to refresh my memory of ACLS. The more I practiced, the better it flowed. You rock! I’ll visit again in March, when I re-certify for PALS. Thanks, again, Cheers, Michele 🙂
Jeff with admin. says
Thanks for the encouragement. I’m so glad that the site has been helpful for you. Kind regards, Jeff
Yvonne says
I took acls today and passed , probably the 3rd time I have used this site over the years. I always recommend this to anyone I know when they have to take acls. Thanks for such a helpful site!
Jeanne Tapia says
Even after being a nurse for twenty years, this is my first attempt at ACLS certification. The interactive ACLS study guide organized my preparation for the pre-test, class, and written test. Passed with 100% on the written exam yesterday. Your explanations in the comments were just as helpful as the study material. Thanks so much for such a great resource!
Linda Thomason says
I’ve never done ACLS in my entire nursing life that started back in ’79. I’ve been away from the bedside for over 15yrs in the IT side of things but have the opportunity to work in a free standing center. I need ACLS certification. I am signed up (2 weeks left) and have read about a Pre-Test I have to bring with me. At what point should I consider taking this pre-test? And If I don’t pass the first round, am I able to do it again?
Linda
Jeff with admin. says
The pretest can be taken at any time prior to going to class. The pretest will simply give you an idea of your existing knowledge at the time of taking it. You can take it more than once. You might consider taking it before you start using any training and then take it again just before you go to the AHA ACLS course.
The American Heart Association and just wants to get a gauge of your knowledge prior to taking their ACLS course.
Kind regards,
Jeff
Trina Mercer says
Hi Jeff
Just passed my ACLS course today . I have used this program twice and recommend it to my friends that need to take ACLS.
The repetition of questions & videos really works for me !!!!
Thanks again … see ya in two years ????
Trina
Richard Van Loo says
Dear Jeff
I just passed ACLS with a 96 % and was confident in the mega scenarios thanks to this online course I will recommend it to anyone needing to certify for the first time or recertify!!
Thankyou for all the hard work you put in to making this available and making the price reasonable.!!
Sincerely
Julie Van Loo
Arlene Bazar says
I was in class today with 3 Erma nurses and I’m labor and delivery!!!! I believe that because I took this class I was successful scoring 98% on written exam and the fear was gone during the mega code. I have never been in a code! This is the second time in the last 2 years that I have used this resource. Thank you Jeff.
Jeff with admin. says
Hi Arlene,
Thanks for the encouraging feedback. I’m so glad that the site was helpful for you.
Kind Regards, Jeff
Susan Sergie says
THANK YOU Jeff for all the resources you provide!!! I went to class prepared and passed ACLS exam!!! I will be sure to let my colleagues know of your site!!! Greatly appreciate all you do!!! THANK YOU!!!
Jeff with admin. says
Glad to help Susan! Thanks for the encouragement and passing the side along. Kind regards, Jeff
Pastora Galupo says
Hi Jeff,
Im not confident yet operating the life pak machine, can you help me with this? Such as how to pace & shock, I find your website very helpful in my ACLS preparation
Thanks for this great job you’re doing.
Jeff with admin. says
This video is long but it provides you with a full instruction on the Lifepak defibrillator. There are several different models, but this will give you a very good understanding of its function and use: Lifepak Video Instruction
davedani777@gmail.com says
if patient’s core temperature during ROSC is between 32-36 degree C, whats the protocol for inducing TTM with cold saline ? Is unresponsiveness the only criteria for TTM?
Jeff with admin. says
Yes, the criteria to begin TTM in the post-cardiac arrest phase is that the patient is unresponsive (comatose). Kind regards, Jeff
Karynjen says
Jeff,
Once again, many thanks for providing me with the absolute best study guide for the past 4 years. I passed my ACLS with flying colors today. I will continue to pass along your website information to friends and co-workers!
Thank you for all you do!!
Karyn
jld7337 says
first time taking ACLS, went in feeling confident and prepared, came out feeling the same. Thanks Jeff!
Dkontes says
I highly recommend this course for anyone needing an organized, well structured course. I only had a week to study, and this made me well prepared to take the refresher course and test. Thank you.
Jeff with admin. says
You are welcome. I’m so glad that the site was helpful for you. Kind regards, Jeff
Sue Ellen Repeta says
I had been out of hospital nursing for 15 years and took my ACLS and PALS just recently and your website got me through it. It was easy to use and understand. Worth every penny!
RBriz55 says
This is my second use of your prep course for my ACLS recertification. I did extremely well two years ago, after using your site. I will take my recertification course on June 8 and anticipate that I will pass with flying colors. I tell all of my coworkers about your awesome site. Thank you so much for all the time and effort that you have put into teaching us!
May God continue to bless your endeavors.
Jeff with admin. says
I’m so glad that the site has been helpful for you. Thanks for letting others know about the site. I will do my best to keep the site as user friendly and up to date as possible. Kind regards, Jeff