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Advanced Life SupportCOAI - SRI LANKA

COAISL ALS Provider Course

An "at-a-glance" guide to the 1-day Advanced Life Support course recognized by PGIM and the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka.

Your Journey to Certification

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Target Audience

Healthcare professionals at all stages and levels, especially those working in emergency areas or as resuscitation team members.

This course builds on the basics of BLS, adding more diagnostic and management skills such as ABCDE approach to a deteriorating patient, airway management, ECG recognition, safe defibrillation, and team leadership in resuscitation.

This course is also the stepping stone to the ERC Advanced Life Support (ALS) course.

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Meet Requirements

Proceed with this registration only if you have already completed and obtained certification in the ERC BLS or CPR Certificate Course. If you are not yet certified in BLS or have not completed a CPR Certificate Course, please register for and successfully complete the ERC BLS or CPR Certificate Course before proceeding with this registration.

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Apply Online

Fill in the online Google Form for your preferred center to be placed on the waiting list. You should receive a system-generated email confirming your submission. If not, please check your spam/junk folder.

If you have met the requirements, you will receive a payment link. Complete the payment using this link.

Select your preferred center:

ALS Colombo - 2026 ALS Galle - 2026 ALS Kandy - 2026 ALS Jaffna - 2026
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Access Pre-Course Material

Access the ALS course manual and study material online via the ResusLanka LMS.

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Complete Pre-Course MCQ

You must complete the mandatory pre-course MCQ before attending the face-to-face session.

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Finish Online Modules

It is recommended to finish all online learning modules at least 3 days before the course.

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Attend Pre-Course Zoom Session

A mandatory 1-hour Zoom session will be held 1-2 weeks before the in-person course.

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Attend the 1-Day Face-to-Face Course

This intensive 1-day course features small-group (1:3 instructor ratio) practical skill stations and scenario-based simulations.

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Assessment & Certification

You will be assessed continuously and in a final team leader scenario. Successful candidates receive a 4-year valid ALS certificate. Those who do not achieve ALS standards may be given an ILS at the discretion of the faculty.

šŸ’” Tips

  • ā— Ensure your BLS certification is valid before applying.
  • ā— Complete the pre-course MCQ and online modules 3 days before attending.
  • ā— The pre-course Zoom session is mandatory and helps prepare you for the practical course.
  • ā— Recognized by PGIM and the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka.

Course Details

In-depth information on the COAISL ALS course curriculum, assessment, and logistics.

About the Course

The COAISL ALS Provider Course is a 1-day intensive course recognized by PGIM (Postgraduate Institute of Medicine) and the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka. It builds on Basic Life Support skills and introduces advanced diagnostic and management techniques.

This course is ideal for healthcare professionals working in emergency settings or as members of resuscitation teams, and serves as a stepping stone to the ERC Advanced Life Support (ALS) course.

What You'll Learn

  • ABCDE approach to a deteriorating patient
  • Airway management techniques
  • ECG recognition and interpretation
  • Safe defibrillation practices
  • Team leadership in resuscitation
  • Advanced management skills

How the Course Runs

The course combines online preparation and face-to-face practical training:

  • Pre-course online modules via ResusLanka LMS
  • Mandatory pre-course MCQ assessment
  • Pre-course Zoom session (1 hour, 1-2 weeks before)
  • 1-day face-to-face intensive with 1:3 instructor ratio
  • Small-group practical skill stations
  • Scenario-based simulations

Assessment & Certification

  • Continuous Assessment: Ongoing evaluation throughout the course
  • Final Assessment: Team leader scenario-based assessment
  • Successful Candidates: Receive a 4-year valid COAISL ALS certificate
  • Alternative Certification: Those who do not achieve ALS standards may be given an ILS certificate at the discretion of the faculty

Who Should Apply

  • Healthcare professionals at all levels
  • Emergency department staff
  • Resuscitation team members
  • Those seeking to advance from BLS to ALS
  • Must be certified in ERC BLS

Course Logistics

  • Duration: 1 full day (8-9 hours)
  • Certificate Validity: 4 years
  • Group Size: Small groups with 1:3 instructor ratio
  • Venues: Multiple locations across Sri Lanka

Prerequisites

  • Valid ERC BLS certification (must be completed before registration)
  • Completion of pre-course online modules
  • Passing the mandatory pre-course MCQ
  • Attendance at the pre-course Zoom session

Registration & Payment

Fill in the online Google Form for your preferred center. Upon meeting all requirements, you will receive a payment link. Multiple local courses available at different centers.

Need help? Check the course page for registration links and payment instructions for your preferred center.