Advanced Certification Institute Blog
With Dr. Tim Fitzgerald
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Recent Articles
2025 ACLS Algorithm Updates: What Every Provider Needs to Know
What Changed in the ACLS Guidelines for 2025? The 2025 ACLS algorithm updates didn’t overhaul the guidelines — they sharpened them. The updates double down
ACLS for ICU Nurses: What to Prioritize Because You Actually Run the Codes
ICU nurses don’t study ACLS. They run it. Twelve-hour shifts, codes that stack, rapid responses that turn into arrests, post-ROSC patients whose management is a
The 2025 AHA Guidelines: What’s New in ACLS, BLS, and PALS — and What It Means for Your Recertification
In October 2025, the American Heart Association released its first full refresh of the CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Guidelines since 2020. If you certified
Do You Need to Be a Healthcare Professional to Take BLS Online?
Short answer: No. While BLS certification is required for many clinical and workplace roles, you don’t need a medical license or healthcare background to enroll.
The Fastest Way to Renew Your ACLS Certification in 2026: Online vs. Classroom
The fastest way to renew your ACLS certification in 2025 is online. ACI’s online ACLS recertification can be completed in as little as one hour
Will My Employer Accept Online ACLS? A 2025 Guide to Accreditation
Is Online ACLS Accepted by Hospitals in 2025? Yes. Online ACLS certification is accepted by hospitals across the US — provided the course follows current
Featured Articles
ACLS for Flight Paramedics: What Air Medical Programs Actually Require
Nurse Practitioner ACLS Certification: The CME Credit Types That Actually Count Toward Your License
