For over 14 years, Ella Med has proudly served as an official American Heart Association (AHA) Training Site, providing trusted, hands-on medical education to healthcare professionals.
  We specialize in ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses that strictly follow the latest AHA guidelines and focus on practical, real-world application to ensure every provider gains life-saving skills and confidence
.  With a 4.9-star Google rating, with over 65 reviews. Ella Med is recognized for excellence, expertise, and a commitment to delivering the highest-quality AHA training available

  • The Core Principle Behind Every Class

    1. The Core Principle Behind Every Class

    At Ella Med we design every training session around the minimum instructional time that the American Heart Association (AHA) permits for a given certification. The AHA publishes precise “minimum required minutes” for each course component—lecture, skill practice, scenario simulation, and testing. Those minutes are non negotiable; they guarantee that every participant receives the knowledge and hands on experience needed to perform life saving interventions safely and effectively.

    Our job is to pack those required minutes into the most efficient schedule possible. By eliminating any extraneous downtime, redundant explanations, or unnecessary administrative steps, we can deliver a course that:

    • Meets 100 % of AHA curriculum requirements

    • Uses every minute of classroom time for learning or practice

    • Leaves participants confident, competent, and ready to act

  • How does Ella Med fit full AHA certification into one day?

    Ella Med eliminates downtime and repetition by using focused micro-lectures, multiple skill stations, and integrated simulations, ensuring all required AHA minutes are met efficiently in a single day.

  • What support is available if I find the material challenging?

    Small class sizes allow instructors to provide personalized guidance. Additional practice sessions are offered at no extra cost, and instructors remain available after class for questions.

  • If the courses shorter are they still compliant?

    Yes we focus on essential training, updates and skills, reducing class time to about 8 hours while fully meeting AHA standards and including hands-on practice. The Course does require The AHA Precouse work to be completed by the day before the training. 

  • How does Ella Med ensure ongoing AHA compliance?

    Courses undergo detailed internal reviews and regular external audits by the AHA. Ella Med maintains a perfect compliance record by strictly following required instructional minutes and content.

  • How Long Are Ella Med’s In-Person Classes?

    Ella Med follows the exact minimum instructional minutes required by the American Heart Association (AHA). We never cut content — we only remove downtime. That’s why our classes are the shortest possible while staying fully compliant.


    BLS (Basic Life Support)


    AHA Required: ~240 minutes (4 hours)

    Ella Med Duration: 4–6 hours

    Why It’s Efficient:

    • Streamlined micro-lectures

    • Immediate transition to hands-on practice

    • Scenario drills that count toward both practice and testing


    ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)


    AHA Required: 480–720 minutes (8–12 hours)

    Ella Med Duration: 8–12 hours (initial) | ≈ 8 hours (recert)

    Why It’s Efficient:

    • Parallel skill tracks for rhythm recognition & medications

    • Rapid-cycle debriefs instead of long review blocks


    PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)


    AHA Required: 480–720 minutes (8–12 hours)

    Ella Med Duration: 8–12 hours (initial) | ≈ 8 hours (recert)

    Why It’s Efficient:

    • Age-specific scenario bundles

    • Combined pediatric theory + hands-on practice in one continuous flow


    Combined BLS + ACLS + PALS (All in One Day)


    AHA Required: ~1,200 minutes (20 hours if taught separately)

    Ella Med Duration: ≈ 7.5 hours total

    Why It’s Efficient:

    • Overlapping topics (airway, CPR, fundamentals) taught once

    • Integrated curriculum applied to adult, cardiac, and pediatric cases

    • Consolidated skill stations using both adult & pediatric mannequins without repeating identical steps

  • Why Our Classes Are Shorter but Still Fully Compliant

    The AHA requires specific minutes in each category—lecture, skills practice, simulation, and testing.


    Ella Med meets all required minutes and simply removes:

    • Idle waiting

    • Repetitive explanations

    • Gaps between activities


    This results in the fastest possible schedule with zero loss of content or quality.

  • Why Our Classes Are Shorter but Still Fully Compliant

    The AHA requires specific minutes in each category—lecture, skills practice, simulation, and testing.


    Ella Med meets all required minutes and simply removes:

    • Idle waiting

    • Repetitive explanations

    • Gaps between activities


    This results in the fastest possible schedule with zero loss of content or quality.

  • Is pre-course work required for ACLS and PALS?

    Short answer yes. All students must complete the required pre-course work before attending the in-person ACLS or PALS course. This includes the online knowledge review, practice questions, and required instructional videos provided in your course confirmation email. Learn more https://ellamed.shop/precourse-work-acls---pals

Efficient Time Use

Complete your certification in a single day, eliminating the need for multiple sessions spread over several days.

Cost Savings

Lower your expenses by reducing time away from work and avoiding extra fees beyond the all-inclusive course price.

AHA Compliance Guaranteed

Every course strictly follows American Heart Association standards and passes all required audits without exception.

Focused Skill Development

Hands-on practice and integrated simulations ensure you gain real-world competence and confidence.

Optimized Learning Flow

Our courses remove downtime and repetition, making every minute count toward your readiness and mastery.
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Complete AHA Training in One Day

Detailed Overview of BLS, ACLS, and PALS Courses with Exact Durations and Compliance

BLS Course

ACLS Course

PALS Course

Combined Training

Course Duration

AHA Compliance

Pre-Course Modules

Skill Stations

Integrated Testing

Clear Answers on Course Structure and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

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Enroll Quickly and Secure Your Spot

Registering with Ella Med takes just minutes. Complete your required online modules, then join us for a focused, one-day session that fits your schedule and meets all AHA standards.

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Flexible Payment Options for Your Required Certification

We understand that the holiday season (and life in general!) can be stressful, busy, and financially challenging. Sometimes, the timing of your required BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification catches you off guard, and paying the full course fee upfront isn’t always easy.

To support you, we offer Affirm  or Klarna and which allows you to split your course fee into four equal, manageable payments. This way, you can stay compliant with your required training without unnecessary financial stress.

We want to help you continue developing your skills and advancing your career, while also being transparent — as a business, we rely on timely payments to continue offering high-quality training and support.

Your success and your ability to maintain your certification are our priorities, and this flexible option is one way we can help make it possible.


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If you are unable to pay the full course fee upfront, please select Affirm  or Klarna  at checkout. This allows you to split your total payment into four equal, manageable installments, so you can focus on completing your training without financial stress.