ALSO Course

ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT IN OBSTETRICS (ALSO) COURSE

Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) is an evidence-based, interprofessional training program designed to equip the entire maternity care team with the skills needed to effectively manage obstetric emergencies. Through a standardized team-based approach, ALSO enhances patient safety and improves maternal outcomes by strengthening collaboration among physicians, residents, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses, and other maternity care professionals.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Participants will be able to:

• Discuss methods for managing pregnancy and birth urgencies and emergencies using standardized techniques across maternity care providers.
• Demonstrate acquisition of knowledge and skills through successful completion of the online exam, hands-on workstations, and group testing stations.
• Provide safe and effective team leadership in a variety of obstetric emergency scenarios.
• Apply effective team communication strategies with an emphasis on patient safety.

COURSE PRE-WORK

Learners will receive an email with instructions and the ALSO Online Course URL. Online content includes:

• Pre-test
• Recorded lectures
• Online case studies
• Workstation demonstrations
• Post-test
• Course evaluation

Learners must Claim Credit to automatically register as “Complete" and qualify to attend the live session.

Please note: Online access to an AAFP CME activity is a non-transferable, non-refundable purchase.

AFTER THE COURSE

The ALSO Course Sponsor submits the post-course Dashboard within one week of the live session. Once submitted, learners will receive an email directing them to their AAFP account, where they may access:

• Letter of Participation
• ALSO Wallet Card (for those who successfully complete the course)
• Wallet cards reflect a three-year certification period.

INTENDED AUDIENCE 

This course is designed for all maternity care providers, including:

• Physicians
• Nurses
• Certified nurse midwives

Participants should have at least a basic understanding of maternity care.

LIVE COURSE AGENDA

Time | Activity

7:45–8:00 — Registration
8:00–8:15 — Overview, Instructions, Online Content Q&A
8:15–8:45 — Lecture: Safety in Maternity Care (all)

Workstation Rotations

(Learners rotate through stations in assigned groups)

8:45–9:30 — Shoulder Dystocia
9:30–10:15 — Emergency Breech
10:15–10:30 — Break
10:30–11:15 — Assisted Vaginal Delivery
11:15–12:00 — EBL/QBL and Balloon Tamponade
12:00–12:30 — Lunch
12:30–1:15 — Postpartum Hemorrhage
1:15–2:00 — Maternal Trauma
2:00–2:15 — Break
2:15–3:30 — Interactive Group Case Studies
3:30–4:45 — Group Testing Scenarios
4:45–5:15 — Questions & Course Evaluations

COURSE CONTACT

Amy Jochims, MD
ALSO Course Director

David Keith, DO
ALSO Advisory Faculty

Danelle Stumbo, BSN, RN
ALSO Course Coordinator
Education Coordinator, Spencer Hospital
dstumbo@spencerhospital.org | 712-264-6117

CME & CNE INFORMATION

• The AAFP has reviewed the ALSO Course and approved it for up to 8.00 AAFP Prescribed credits (10/16/2026–10/16/2026).
• Kansas State Board of Nursing has approved the course for 9.60 contact hours (provider number LT0278-0312).
• AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the AMA as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
• AOA recognizes AAFP-approved CME as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.

For full equivalency details, visit the AAFP Credit System website.

MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION

Participation in this course meets the ABOG Improvement in Medical Practice (Part IV) MOC requirement through 12/31/2025. Refer to the current ABOG MOC Bulletin for additional details.

REGISTRATION

To register, submit the completed registration form and payment to the Spencer Hospital Human Resource Development department.

• Registration deadline: 8:00 AM on September 4, 2026
• No late registrations or drop-ins
• Course maximum: 30 participants

CANCELLATION POLICY

• Full refund if cancellation is received before 8:00 AM on September 4, 2026
• No refunds after September 4, 2026
• Spencer Hospital may cancel the program due to low enrollment; all registrants will be notified in advance if this occurs.

FEES

• Spencer Hospital employees (with Director approval): No fee
• Non-employees: $450

Fee includes course materials, meal, and snacks.

COURSE DISCLAIMER

The material presented is provided by the AAFP for educational purposes and reflects the perspectives of the instructors. It is not the only method for clinical practice. The AAFP is not responsible for any injuries or claims arising from use of the techniques demonstrated.

Clinicians are encouraged to verify details such as drug dosages and contraindications in standard references before applying them in practice.

Payment Note:
Spencer Hospital employees (with Director approval): No fee Non-employees: $450 Make checks payable to: Spencer Hospital Send to: Human Resources Development Spencer Hospital 1200 First Ave. East Spencer, IA 51301 Registration Phone # 712-264-6117