Advanced Life Support (ALS) Level 3 (VTQ)
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Level 3 (VTQ) at a glance
- 1-year nationally recognised certificate
- 6 hours and 46 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Follows latest UK Resuscitation and ERC guidelines
- Includes manual & other downloads
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
- Videos include subtitles
Group Rates also available
Advanced Life Support (ALS) is our highest level of life support and CPR. The course is mapped against the requirements laid down by the UK Resuscitation Council guidelines and we have included many extra subjects to offer a comprehensive advanced life support course.
We do not currently offer this as a blended or classroom course but it usually can be used as prior knowledge to cut down classroom time with other organisations. This course is also ideal for refreshing skills at any time.
Resuscitation Council (UK) state that "The outcomes for candidates attending an e-ALS course are the same as those attending a conventional 2-day ALS course."
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
The ERC state that the ALS course is targeted at:
- Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals who are expected to provide ALS in a hospital or out of a hospital
- Doctors, nurses and paramedics working in emergency areas of the hospital or Emergency Medical Systems
- Those who attend cardiac arrests on a regular basis or maybe expected to lead a cardiac arrest team
- Individuals who are regular members of resuscitation teams or regularly working in the EMS, and senior paramedics and specialist hospital technicians
Other examples are:
- Medical professionals
- Nurses
- First Aiders
- Medics
- Doctors – Hospital
- Doctors – Community
- Medical students
- Nurses – Hospital
- Nurses – Community
- Nursing students
- Midwives
- ODPs
- Cardiac Technicians
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Radiographers
- Resuscitation Training Officers
- Dentists
- Dental Nurses
- Ambulance Technicians / Paramedics
- Fire Service Technicians
- Police Officers
- Prison Officers
- Air Stewards
This course comes with 8.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 6 hours and 46 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
Learning outcomes- The ALS course teaches the knowledge and skills required to:
- Recognise and treat the deteriorating patient using a structured ABCDE approach
- Deliver standardised CPR in adults
- Manage a cardiac arrest by working with a multidisciplinary team in an emergency situation
- Utilise non-technical skills to facilitate strong team leadership and effective team membership.
- ProTrainings - COVID-19 Update on CPR from the UK Resus Council
- 5 ‘Rights’ of Administering Medications Safely link to document on the WHO website
- AED infographic will guide you through the steps
- Adult CPR Flowchart
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Anatomy and Physiology Human Body Picture Reference Book Student Manual V8.3
- BOC Oxygen kit leaflet for medical
- CPR Flowchart handout. Infant and Child for Healthcare Professionals
- CPR Flowchart handout. Infant and Child for Healthcare Professionals
- CPR and Coronavirus video - Guidance on delivering CPR out of hospital has changed where Coronavirus COVID 19 is known or suspected
- CR2 AED user manual to learn more about this unit. For more information contact us.
- Cardiac Science G3 user manual
- Child CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Coronavirus COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- HeartSine 350 Information Leaflet
- Heartsine 350 AED unit
- Heartsine 500 AED unit
- How to register to call EMS by text
- Infant CPR Flowchart
- Infant CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Lifepac CR2 AED Data Sheet
- NHS Choices Web link
- Nitronox/Entonox User Instructions - Gas rentals are available from ProTrainings, contact us for more information
- Oxygen User Instructions - Gas rentals are available from ProTrainings, contact us for more information
- ProTrainings - Using an AED Leaflet
- Resuscitation to recovery - UK Resus document link
- Royal College of Physicians (RCP) National Early Warning Score (NEWS) 2 Standardising the assessment of acute-illness severity in the NHS
- UK Resus Council 2015 Guidelines updated 2015 Link
- UK Resus Council BLS and AED Guidelines 2015
- UK Resus The Use of Automated External Defibrillators
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Zoll AED Plus user guide
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Do you sell first aid kits and equipment?
Yes, we sell over 1000 products from first aid kits to plasters. We also sell a wide range of medical devices, equipment and everything you need to deal with a first aid emergency and to comply in the workplace with first aid provision. See our first aid equipment online store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Do you sell PPE, infection control products and medical equipment?
Yes, we sell a full range of PPE, infection control products to keep you and your workplace safe. We also sell a full range of medical equipment and first aid supplies. Visit our store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Do you have 360 videos on your courses?
Yes, we are adding 360 videos to many courses. These videos can be viewed on any device and allow you to see the video around 360 degrees to gain a better insight into the film. We use these for things like first aid and health and safety and will be adding more in the coming weeks.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
What People are Saying
What people are saying about this course
“The online course was perfect. Videos were clear and concise with the correct amount of information. You can stop whenever you need too, without losing your progress. You have plenty of online materials from where you can study or simply refresh the most important notions. I highly recommend this course. Thank you! ”
- laura, Doctor (DO/MD) from Catania
“Took the course conveniently at my own pace. Many clinical pearls explained clearly and fully in short sessions.”
- Rajaguruge, Doctor (DO/MD) from Central Province
“The online course was perfect. Videos were clear and concise with the correct amount of information. You can stop whenever you need too, without losing your progress. You have plenty of online materials from where you can study or simply refresh the most important notions. I highly recommend this course. Thank you! ”
- laura, Doctor (DO/MD) from Catania
“Took the course conveniently at my own pace. Many clinical pearls explained clearly and fully in short sessions.”
- Rajaguruge, Doctor (DO/MD) from Central Province
