The primary mission of ACES is to provide physicians, physician assistants, nurses, advanced practice nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, clinical pharmacists and other healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to become either effective resuscitation team leaders or team members in cardiac arrest or near arrest situations. In addition, ACES has expanded its role in the training and support of corporate CPR/AED/First Aid responders. Acute Care Education Systems Inc. follows the strict training formats set forth by the American Heart Association.