Review the chart on the Required Certifications page to determine if ACLS is required for your program. You must arrive at orientation with proof of valid ACLS certification. Failure to do so may delay your training program start date.
The ACLS course is a two-day course and must be American Heart Association-compliant. Below are two resources provided by UB-affiliated hospitals. You may access additional resources as long as they are AHA-compliant and completed in person.
Cost: $125. Cash or checks payable to Buffalo CPR and mailed to ECMC, 462 Grider Street, Buffalo, NY 14215.
Three combined BLS/ ACLS courses have been set up at ECMC on the following dates:
Follow the above instructions to register.
Note: The physician discount rate does not apply to incoming or current residents and fellows.
ACLS reimbursement will be provided for an initial certification course not to exceed $125.00. Reimbursement will only be made for trainees whose program requires ACLS certification. Reimbursement will be made for actual course cost if less than $125.00. If you hold a current ACLS certification, but it will expire within 30 days of the start of training, you are eligible to take and be reimbursed for a one-day recertification course, not to exceed $85.00. Completed courses must include an in-person portion; online only courses are not accepted and will be denied.
ACLS reimbursement for current residents and fellows can be applied for via the Resident and Fellow Education and Professional Development Fund.
Questions? Please contact: ubgmeops@buffalo.edu