Milestones That Matter: ACLS Academy's Remarkable Year in Review

As the year comes to a close, it’s natural to reflect on the challenges, triumphs, and milestones that defined the past twelve months. For ACLS Academy, 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary. From expanding our course offerings and earning prestigious certifications to training thousands of students and strengthening partnerships, this year stands as a testament to our dedication to excellence in medical education. Each accomplishment reflects our unwavering commitment to our motto: “For Providers, by Providers.” As we celebrate these achievements, we also look forward to continuing to empower healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to save lives.

Training Over 3200 Students

One of our most significant achievements in 2024 was training over 3,200 students. This milestone was made possible by the dedication and expertise of our 30 instructors, all of whom bring real-life experience to their teaching. Our motto, “For Providers, by Providers,” underscores our commitment to ensuring every student receives practical, high-quality education directly from those who work in the medical field. Each training session provides not only technical skills but also real-world insights that prepare healthcare providers to excel in their roles.

Many of the students we trained this year are first responders, nurses, and other healthcare professionals on the front lines of patient care. Our training programs play a vital role in equipping them with the skills to respond effectively during critical situations, and we take pride in knowing our work helps save lives daily. Whether mastering CPR techniques or advanced life support protocols, our students leave our courses better prepared to make a difference.

Achieving a Third AHA Training Center Certification

In 2024, ACLS Academy proudly earned its third American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center certification for Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS). This milestone builds on the Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) TC certifications we achieved in the last couple of years and showcases our dedication to excellence in medical training and our mission to equip healthcare providers with critical life-saving skills.

ASLS training focuses on early recognition and management of stroke symptoms, ensuring that healthcare providers are prepared to deliver prompt and effective care. Achieving these certifications requires rigorous evaluation, including instructor qualifications, course quality, and adherence to AHA standards. This recognition reflects not only our instructors' expertise but also our training programs' unwavering quality.

Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ll pursue our fourth AHA Training Center certification for Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) in February 2025. This next chapter in our journey underscores our commitment to expanding access to comprehensive, life-saving training for healthcare providers.

Expanding Our AHA Training Network

By the end of 2024, ACLS Academy proudly supported 15 AHA Training Sites under our Training Center umbrella. These sites include over 183 instructors who share our passion for delivering top-notch medical education. This expanded network enables us to reach more students and healthcare professionals across Massachusetts and beyond, reinforcing our mission to provide accessible, high-quality training. Each new site is a testament to our growing reputation and the medical community's trust in us.

The process of managing and supporting multiple training sites is no small task. It involves ensuring consistency in course delivery, maintaining high-quality standards, and providing instructors with the resources they need to succeed. This year, we also implemented new systems to streamline communication and operations across our network, ensuring that every site operates at its best. This expansion reflects growth in numbers and the impact we’re making within the healthcare industry.

Partnering with Organizations for Customized Training

In 2024, we strengthened our partnerships with 42 organizations, offering tailored AHA, Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) training courses. These collaborations enable us to bring essential medical education directly to hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, helping organizations meet their training needs efficiently and effectively.

Our partner organizations range from small clinics to large healthcare systems, each with unique training requirements. By customizing our courses, we ensure that participants receive education relevant to their specific roles and responsibilities. These partnerships also allow us to extend our reach, bringing life-saving skills to more professionals and communities. The feedback from these organizations has been overwhelmingly positive, and we look forward to growing these relationships in the coming years.

Adding New Course Offerings

ACLS Academy introduced two new courses this year: AHA’s Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) and PALS Plus. These additions expand our course catalog, allowing us to serve a broader range of medical professionals. PEARS, in particular, is designed for healthcare providers who infrequently see critically ill children but need to know how to recognize and respond to pediatric emergencies effectively.

PALS Plus, on the other hand, is tailored for providers seeking advanced knowledge beyond standard PALS protocols. Our students have received both courses well, and we are excited to continue offering them in the future. Looking ahead to 2025, we’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) and ACLS-EP (Experienced Provider) courses. These new offerings will allow us to address even more specialized training needs, further solidifying our position as a comprehensive training center.

Gratitude and Vision for the Future

As we close out 2024, we are immensely grateful for these milestones. Each achievement represents the hard work of our team, the trust of our students and partners, and our shared commitment to improving patient outcomes through education. We are deeply grateful to our instructors, who bring their expertise and passion to every course, and our students, whose dedication to learning inspires us daily.

Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited about the opportunities to expand our reach and impact. Plans are already underway to introduce new courses, grow our network of training sites, and build even stronger partnerships. At ACLS Academy, we remain committed to empowering healthcare providers with the skills and knowledge they need to save lives. Here’s to another year of growth, learning, and making a difference in medical education.

ACLS Academy is an authorized American Heart Association (AHA)- Aligned Training Center. We have three convenient locations in Massachusetts—Quincy, Bridgewater, and Newton Center—and most of our classes include an online training component. We provide high-quality courses taught by instructors practicing in the medical profession for ACLS, BLS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, PALS, PALS Plus, PEARS, ACLS- EP, ASLS, Bloodborne Pathogen, HeartSaver CPR/AED, First Aid, and Instructor Courses. Please browse our catalog of courses.