Basic Life Support

for Providers

American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification for healthcare and other professions.

 

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AHA BLS PROVIDER COURSE

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification for Professionals

This course is crucial for healthcare providers and is relevant for positions outside of the healthcare field as well. BLS focuses on how to effectively collaborate as a team in emergency situations where multiple rescuers work together to administer CPR. It includes comprehensive Basic Life Support (BLS) training, emphasizing the importance of early CPR and defibrillation.

Participants will learn how to perform CPR, properly use an AED, provide choking assistance, and understand the chain of survival. AHA trainings are required by 90% of hospitals in the U.S. In-person format approximately 3.5–4 hours. Online-blended format includes an online portion approximately 3.5 hours plus an in-person skills test approximately 30 minutes.

Available Formats

BLS Course Format Options

Choose the format that works best for your schedule. Both formats include the same American Heart Association BLS Provider certification

IN-PERSON COURSE
Basic Life Support CPR

This course covers CPR, AED use, choking assistance, and team-based emergency response with a focus on effective collaboration during multi-rescuer situations. It emphasizes early CPR and defibrillation along with the chain of survival.




ONLINE-BLENDED COURSE
Basic Life Support CPR

This course covers CPR, AED use, choking assistance, and team based emergency response with a focus on effective collaboration during multi-rescuer situations. It emphasizes early CPR and defibrillation along with the chain of survival.
Purchase this course, schedule a date, time, and location for the skills test. You will received your access code for the course within three days via email. You must complete the online portion before the skills test. Make sure to schedule your skills test with enough time to complete the online course beforehand.

COURSE CONTENT

What You'll Learn

  • High-performance CPR  – proper compression techniques
  • Adult, child, and infant CPR (1 and 2-rescuer techniques)
  • BVM (bag-valve-mask) ventilation use
  • AED use in clinical and community settings
  • Team dynamics and role assignment during resuscitation
  • Rescuer rotation and fatigue management techniques
  • Choking relief — adult, child, and infant
  • Special scenarios: pregnancy, drowning, trauma, opioid overdose 

BLS is required for

NursesDoctorsCertified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)Camp SupervisorsEMTsSchool AdministratorsDentistsDental HygienistsChiropractorsMedical StudentsNursing StudentsAllied Health Professionals

AHA BLS training is required by 90% of hospitals in the U.S. Safety Team Solutions provides AHA-accredited BLS training. Contact STS if you are unsure whether your position requires BLS or Heartsaver.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the in-person class?＋
The in-person BLS course is approximately 3.5–4 hours including skills stations and card issuance.
Is there a written test?＋
Yes. The BLS course includes a written exam and hands-on skills evaluations. You will recieve thorough instruction and preparation beforehand.
When do I get my card?＋
Your 2-year AHA BLS Provider card is issued within a week of course completion.
Can I renew my expired BLS card?＋
Yes! We offer BLS renewal classes. Contact us if your card is expired or expiring soon.
Do you offer group BLS training?＋
Absolutely. STS brings BLS training to your location. Contact STS to schedule.

Get Your American Heart Association BLS Certification Today!

Small class sizes mean individualized attention and more hands-on practice time.

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