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With the release of the 2025 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for CPR & Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC), educators, instructors, and organizations across the country are preparing for one of the most important transitions in resuscitation education in years.

The 2025 Guidelines, grounded in the Utstein Formula for Survival, expand the focus beyond individual performance to emphasize quality education, feedback-driven training, system readiness, and health equity. For training centers and instructors, this means updating curriculum, equipment, and methods to ensure compliance with the new science.

That’s where WorldPoint comes in. For more than 30 years, WorldPoint has been the trusted partner for instructors and organizations that teach lifesaving skills. As you prepare to align your program with the 2025 Guidelines, you can rely on us to supply everything you need, except the AHA curriculum itself.

Frequently asked questions about the 2025 updates to the American Heart Association's CPR & ECC Guidlines

Every five years, the release of new American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) sets the global standard for how lifesaving education and care are delivered. The 2025 Guidelines, developed in collaboration with the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), represent one of the most comprehensive evolutions in resuscitation science since the program’s inception.

These updates extend far beyond algorithmic changes, they reimagine how we prevent, recognize, and respond to cardiac arrest across entire systems of care. The 2025 Guidelines are grounded in the understanding that outcomes are determined not just by what rescuers do in a moment of crisis, but by how consistently teams, communities, and educators train to prepare for those moments.

We sat down with Colin McBain, Sales Director at Nasco Healthcare, to discuss some of their most essential and advanced training tools—from trusted mainstays like Airway Larry to groundbreaking innovations like Alex Gen AI. Nasco’s mission to equip learners with the skills needed to save lives aligns perfectly with WorldPoint’s commitment to quality education and training.

This March, we are proud to spotlight BT Inc. as our Vendor of the Month, celebrating their commitment to innovation and their impact on the world of medical simulation. BT Inc. has been a key player in advancing healthcare education, and their cutting-edge products are designed to empower both instructors and learners alike.

BT Inc. has revolutionized healthcare education by developing a diverse range of simulators that enhance skill development, provide real-time feedback, and ensure practical, hands-on learning experiences. From cardiac life support training to airway management and vascular access simulations, BT Inc.’s products empower instructors and trainees alike to master critical procedures with confidence.

In this special Vendor “Products” Spotlight, we had the privilege of sitting down with Kathy Linville, Channel Partner Manager at Laerdal, to discuss some of the company’s flagship products—MegaCode Kelly, MegaCode Kid, Resusci Anne QCPR, and more

WorldPoint is excited to announce our newest partnership with BT Inc., a leader in innovative healthcare training solutions. BT Inc. brings a wealth of experience and cutting-edge products that complement WorldPoint’s mission to provide high-quality training tools for medical professionals. This blog will explore the history, innovations, and contributions of BT Inc., highlighting why this collaboration marks a significant step forward in enhancing our training offerings.