AHA 2025 ACLS Instructor Manual

Note: U.S. use only

Overview: 

The AHA 2025 Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Instructor Manual is a complete, instructor-only reference designed to support both classroom and blended learning formats. This updated edition is fully aligned with the 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR & ECC. It also features revised algorithms and an improved instructional flow to reflect the latest science and best practices for teaching ACLS.

Manual Learning Objectives:
Instructors using this manual will be able to:

• Teach high-quality CPR and ACLS interventions to current standards

• Lead and coordinate resuscitation teams during emergencies

• Instruct recognition and management of:

• Cardiopulmonary arrest

• Life-threatening arrhythmias

• Other cardiovascular emergencies

• Explain and facilitate ACLS algorithms and post-resuscitation care

• Conduct:

• Skills practice and scenario-based sessions

• Effective debriefings and evaluations

• Provide clear, constructive feedback to ensure student competence

Product Technical Details:

• Format: Printed Instructor Manual

• Course: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Edition: 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR & ECC

• Audience: Certified AHA ACLS Instructors; healthcare providers in emergency, ICU, critical care, and EMS roles

• Contents:

• Comprehensive lesson plans

• Updated algorithms and flowcharts

• Skills stations guidance

• Teaching checklists and assessment tools

• Replaces: SKU 20-1107