Full course description
American Heart Association (AHA) — Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Florida SouthWestern State College, Lee Campus
Building B, EMS Lab
8099 College Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33919
The AHA’s ACLS course emphasizes:
- Team dynamics and communication
- Systems of care and post-cardiac arrest management
- Airway management techniques
- Pharmacology related to cardiovascular emergencies
Skills are taught using large-group instruction, small-group stations, and case-based scenarios. Students will also complete a written exam.
All students must complete the ACLS pre-course self-assessment and turn it in before class begins. This is required for course participation.
Important Registration Information
- You must use your own personal email and cellphone number when registering. This is required to receive and claim your AHA eCard.
- Arrive early — instruction begins promptly at the scheduled class time.
- Check your confirmation email for payment processing and additional instructions
Health & Safety Notice
This course includes physical and emotional demands that simulate emergency scenarios. If you have a medical condition or limitations, please consult your physician before participating. If you are currently sick or experiencing symptoms of an infectious illness, notify your instructor before class.
Release & Photo Consent
By attending this course, you acknowledge and accept all physical demands and risks involved. You release Florida SouthWestern State College, the AHA, instructors, and certifying agencies from liability for any injuries that may occur.
Photos or videos taken during the course may be used in official college publications or online content that supports the mission of FSW.
If you require any accommodations or have accessibility needs, please contact us in advance:
Email: aha@fsw.edu Phone: 239-477-3520
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.