By January 31, 2019, the AHA will require the use of an instrumented directive feedback device or
manikin in all AHA courses that teach the skills of adult CPR. Specifically, an instrumented directive
feedback device or manikin is one that, at a minimum, provides audio or visual (or both) feedback on the
rate and depth of compressions during CPR training. This requirement will impact AHA Basic Life Support
(BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), ACLS for Experienced Providers, and Heartsaver®
Courses taught in the US and internationally.
Common Misconceptions of the 2019 AHA Instrumented Directive Feedback Requirements
By January 31, 2019, the AHA will require the use of an instrumented directive feedback device or manikin in all AHA courses that teach the skills of adult CPR. Specifically, an instrumented directive
