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Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO)

ALSO helps physicians, midwives, labor and delivery nurses, and other health care providers develop and maintain the knowledge and skills they need to effectively manage potential emergencies during the perinatal period.

The program additionally serves as an aid for training residents in obstetrics as well as family medicine.

Administered in 59 countries, ALSO is structured, evidence-based, and multidisciplinary.

NEW PRODUCT! Global ALSO -- Course curriculum includes an addenda to each of the chapters in the main ALSO syllabus providing international context relevant to developing countries.
Schedule of Upcoming ALSO Courses -- Find course dates, locations and contact information to register for upcoming ALSO Instructor, Provider and Refresher courses.

ALSO Forms -- Download all pre- and post-course forms needed to sponsor an ALSO course, including a coordinator checklist, sample worksheets, status life cycle, etc.
Provider Course -- Two-day course for all maternity care providers, including physicians, nurse midwives, registered nurses and other clinicians.

Instructor Course -- One-day course on specific teaching skills required for adult learning.

Refresher Course -- One-day course on treating emergencies that may occur during pregnancy (limited courses per year).

New: ALSO News and Updates -- Find the latest ALSO information—including new fees, electronic filing and curriculum updates.
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