Advanced Life Support Level 1
About the Course
The Advanced Life Support Level 1 (ALS1) course is a comprehensive, mixed-mode program designed for healthcare professionals who require the definitive skills to recognise, stabilise, and manage a critically deteriorating patient or a patient in cardiac arrest.
Developed by Resuscitation Australia, this course bridges the gap between foundational basic life support and advanced team leadership.
The program utilises a blended learning model, combining flexible, self-paced digital microlearning with a highly focused, hands-on practical workshop.
Upcoming ALS1 dates
Places are limited to small groups of up to 6, so book early. $545 per person.
Orange: Wednesday 30 September 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Cooma: Saturday 10 October 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Nowra: Saturday 17 October 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Bathurst: Sunday 25 October 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Bega: Saturday 7 November 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Griffith: Saturday 21 November 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Batemans Bay: Saturday 5 December 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Wollongong: Saturday 12 December 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Wagga Wagga: Saturday 19 December 2026, 1pm to 5pm
Canberra: Thursday 7 January 2027, 1pm to 5pm
Book any date on the course calendar. It takes about two minutes.
Which course do you need?
ALS1
For nurses, doctors, specialists and paramedics who need to recognise and manage the deteriorating patient and work as an effective member of the cardiac arrest team. A common requirement for clinical roles and placements.
ALS2
For clinicians who lead cardiac arrest situations until advanced support arrives. Adds team leadership and special circumstances, including causes of arrest in perioperative and post surgical settings.
ALS2 Recertification
For practitioners who already hold ALS2 and need to renew their credential.
How the course works
Self paced eLearning in bite sized modules, done at home before the day
Face to face training in small groups of up to 6, with simulated scenarios tailored to your role
Continuous assessment across the eLearning and the training day
A digital ALS credential valid for 4 years, with eLearning access the whole time for refreshers
CPD time you can claim
Where are ALS1 courses held?
In Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Bega, Cooma, Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Orange and Bathurst. EMRT delivers training regionally, so you can train close to home.
How long is the ALS1 training day?
Four hours, in a morning (8am to 12pm) or afternoon (1pm to 5pm) session, after you complete the eLearning at home.
How much does ALS1 cost?
$545. Medical, paramedic, nursing and dental students get 10% off with code STUDENT10 and proof of current enrolment.
Who is ALS1 for?
Nurses, doctors, specialists and paramedics who need to recognise and manage the deteriorating patient and work as part of the cardiac arrest team. It is a common requirement for clinical roles and placements.
Who runs the course?
Accredited Resuscitation Australia instructors, all experienced healthcare professionals.