International Trauma Life Support

International Trauma Life Support The official home of International Trauma Life Support on Facebook. ITLS training programs are aimed at prehospital (or out-of-hospital) providers.
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Organization : A not-for-profit organization incorporated in Alabama and registered to do business in Illinois, ITLS is exempt from federal taxation under section 501 (c)(3) of the IRS code. Since its founding in 1982, over 330,000 EMS professionals have learned proven techniques endorsed by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). International Trauma Standard : ITLS is accepted inter

nationally as the standard training course for prehospital trauma care, and is not only taught as continuing education course, but is also used as a textbook in many Paramedic, EMT, and first responder training programs. Important Notice of Service Mark Rights
International Trauma Life Support, out of Downers Grove, Illinois, USA owns all rights to the ITLS logo displayed on this page including the logos shown in U.S. Service Mark Reg. Nos. 3,299,392 and 1,928,942, and U.S. Service Mark Application No. 85/478,187. Before display or use of ITLS's logo or trade name in any manner in connection with ITLS Chapter activities, please inquire at our Downers Grove, IL offices:

Join us for the Annual Meeting, previously referred to as the ITLS Conference. Sign up now to guarantee your place and h...
05/02/2026

Join us for the Annual Meeting, previously referred to as the ITLS Conference. Sign up now to guarantee your place and hotel!

It’s here! 🎉The 1st Edition ITLS for the Emergency Care Provider Online Instructor Update and Provider Courses are now L...
02/24/2026

It’s here! 🎉
The 1st Edition ITLS for the Emergency Care Provider Online Instructor Update and Provider Courses are now LIVE.
Stay current with the latest trauma training and expand your emergency care expertise.
🔗 https://www.itrauma.org/1st-edition-online-inst/

The ITLS Asia Pacific Committee is bringing leaders together to collaborate, share expertise, and shape the future of tr...
01/26/2026

The ITLS Asia Pacific Committee is bringing leaders together to collaborate, share expertise, and shape the future of trauma care.
Interested in being part of the conversation? Join us.

Major Announcement for Global Trauma CareAmerican College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) will now provide management ser...
01/13/2026

Major Announcement for Global Trauma Care

American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) will now provide management services for International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), strengthening the future of prehospital trauma education worldwide.

This strategic partnership supports the continued evolution of high-quality, globally recognized trauma training for professionals on the front lines.

Read the full press release below.

🎉Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 ITLS Trauma Competition!🎉ITLS is proud to recognize AH Wake Forest Baptist A...
11/24/2025

🎉Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 ITLS Trauma Competition!🎉
ITLS is proud to recognize AH Wake Forest Baptist AirCare as the champions of this year’s Trauma Competition. Their outstanding performance reflects exceptional teamwork, advanced clinical skills, and unwavering dedication to patient care.

We also extend our congratulations to Zlatko Kvrzic of the Slovenian Armed Forces, recipient of the George Eliadis Memorial Award, presented to the competitor who best exemplifies professionalism, leadership, and excellence in trauma care.

Congratulations to all participants for another remarkable year of innovation, skill, and professionalism in trauma care.

🎉 Congratulations & Welcome! 🎉Please join us in celebrating our newest members elected to the ITLS Board of Directors:🇺🇸...
11/18/2025

🎉 Congratulations & Welcome! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating our newest members elected to the ITLS Board of Directors:
🇺🇸 Weslie Powell, B.S., CCEMTP, NRP (Alabama, USA)
🇺🇦 Yurij Kryvonos, MD, PhD (Ukraine)
🇳🇬 Chineze Nwauawa, MD, FACS, FWACS, FMCS, FICS, MBA (Nigeria)

We are excited for the leadership and international perspectives they bring to the ITLS community.

Celebrating Our Amazing ITLS Competition Teams! 🚑🌎🏆A huge thank-you to all the incredible teams who travelled to join us...
11/14/2025

Celebrating Our Amazing ITLS Competition Teams! 🚑🌎🏆
A huge thank-you to all the incredible teams who travelled to join us at the ITLS Competition Team event!

Your commitment to trauma care, teamwork, and continuous improvement was genuinely inspiring. From advanced skills to outstanding professionalism, you showcased exactly what the ITLS community stands for.

We appreciate every mile travelled, every hour trained, and every moment you invested to be here with us in Charlotte.
We are proud of each and every one of you! 🙌

Safe travels home — and we can’t wait to see you back on the competition field in 2025!

Welcome to the ITLS 2025 Trauma Conference!Thank you for joining leaders in trauma care and emergency response, let’s  a...
11/13/2025

Welcome to the ITLS 2025 Trauma Conference!
Thank you for joining leaders in trauma care and emergency response, let’s advance lifesaving
excellence together!

Conference is already buzzing!Today’s pre-conference lineup—Duty to Respond, Sport-Specific Trauma Management, Pediatric...
11/13/2025

Conference is already buzzing!

Today’s pre-conference lineup—Duty to Respond, Sport-Specific Trauma Management, Pediatric Skills, and the New Course Manual Instructor Update—brought together dedicated providers from across the globe.

The passion, collaboration, and commitment to trauma excellence are clear.

Onward to a fantastic week in Charlotte!

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Downers Grove, IL
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