We got ACLS certified before beginning our 3rd year clerkships. I lost the ACLS card but wanted to know how long certification lasts. How many years before it expires?
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ACLS Certfication
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Most residency programs will make you recert it during your orientation week anyhow.
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Blade28
It varies - it may be a requirement at some residency programs early on, not so at others.
And yes, ACLS lasts for 2 years. I think BLS may last for 3 though...weird.
And yes, ACLS lasts for 2 years. I think BLS may last for 3 though...weird.
I think BLS is still two years.
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Blade28
Ah, I stand corrected.
