• ATLS course completion requires a passing grade on a multiple-choice examination. (American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma)
• ATLS CME requires successful course completion with a minimum post-test score of 75%. (msfacs.zendesk.com)
• ATLS verification remains current for four years from the completion date. (msfacs.zendesk.com)
• ATLS providers have six months after verification expires to take a Refresher course, but are not considered verified during that grace period. (American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma)
• The ATLS Hybrid course combines online core content with hands-on, in-person skills sessions. (American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma)
• The ATLS Traditional course delivers its medical core content through interactive, in-person instruction. (American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma)
• The published ATLS 11 target audience includes practicing physicians, residents, advanced practice clinicians and medical students in their final year. (American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma)

Facts verified Oct 18, 2026 against American College of Surgeons (ACS), Committee on Trauma. Dates that have passed are removed automatically.