Advanced Life Support FAQs

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No, completing ALS 1 first is not required. While ALS 1 is ideal for clinicians who have infrequent exposure to cardiac arrest or resuscitation (such as GPs and ward nurses), ALS 2 is tailored for those regularly involved in critical care incidents or responsible for teaching and leading emergency teams. ALS 2 builds on the foundational concepts covered in ALS 1, but it’s designed to stand alone, so you can enrol directly if it aligns better with your professional responsibilities and experience.

Yes. Advanced Life Support courses with ALS Courses Australia offer CPD points/hours across multiple professional colleges, with the exact allocation depending on the specific course and the awarding organisation.

For details on the CPD points available for each course, please refer to the individual course pages on the website.

Courses are available Australia-wide. You can find the dates of public group sessions on the course booking pages. For private onsite group training, please email enquiries@alscourses.au.

Unless your organisation has an established account with ALS Courses Australia, full payment is required at the time of booking. To secure your place, please complete your payment when enrolling. You can view upcoming courses and book online through the ALS Courses Australia website.

When a course is marked “full,” it has reached its maximum capacity based on strict instructor-to-candidate ratios. Unfortunately, ALS Courses Australia can’t exceed these limits for quality and safety reasons.

What Are Your Options?

  • Join the Waitlist: You can register for the waitlist, and if a spot becomes available, you’ll be automatically notified by email. Please note, joining the waitlist doesn’t guarantee a place.

  • Check the Next Available Course: We recommend securing a confirmed spot on an upcoming course to ensure your participation.

  • Keep an Eye Out for New Courses: ALS Courses Australia regularly adds additional course dates as resources allow, and those on the waitlists will be notified when new opportunities become available.

ALS 1:
Designed for professionals who may not regularly manage deteriorating patients or cardiac arrests, ALS 1 focuses on foundational skills and knowledge. This course is ideal for:

  • Ward-based nurses

  • General Practitioners (GPs)

  • Paramedics

  • Community healthcare workers

  • Clinicians new to, or developing in, critical care roles

ALS 2:
Developed for those who work in critical care settings or are responsible for managing deteriorating patients or cardiac arrests, ALS 2 builds on the skills learned in ALS 1 with more advanced, in-depth training. This course is suited to:

  • Emergency Department (ED) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurses

  • Doctors working in critical care environments

  • Critical care paramedics

  • Emergency team leaders

Yes. ALS Courses Australia holds accreditation as a course centre for the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC). This dual accreditation ensures that every course delivered meets the highest national standards for Advanced Life Support training, providing you with the professional credibility and peace of mind you deserve.

It is your responsibility to record and upload your CPD points with your respective college or governing body. To assist you, please refer to the following resources:

  • CPD Hour Allocations: Visit the Continuing Professional Development page for details on how many CPD hours each course provides, and how they align with various colleges.

If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact ALS Courses Australia. The team is here to help ensure you make the most of your CPD opportunities.

Course fees vary depending on the program you choose. To find specific pricing, please visit the individual course pages on the ALS Courses Australia website. There, you’ll find detailed information, upcoming dates, and the most up-to-date fees.

For the latest course dates and availability, simply visit the courses page and select the program you’re interested in. ALS Courses Australia is continually increasing course offerings across Australia, especially in 2025—so you’ll have more options to choose from.

No. These courses require in-person attendance to complete practical skill stations and simulations.

  • ALS 1 (ARC): One full day of face-to-face training

  • ALS 2 (ARC): Two full days of face-to-face training