Classes Offered

BLS for Healthcare provider CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training is a specialized course tailored for medical professionals, such as nurses, doctors, and paramedics. This training covers a more in-depth curriculum than standard CPR classes, focusing on high-quality chest compressions, airway management, use of a defibrillator, and teamwork in a medical setting. It includes scenarios that healthcare providers might encounter in a hospital or clinical environment. The AHA BLS Provider class is considered the “gold standard” of BLS certifications.

Key aspects of BLS healthcare provider CPR training include:

1. High-Quality Chest Compressions: Emphasizing the importance of proper depth and pace during chest compressions to ensure effective circulation.
2. Advanced Airway Management: Training in using tools like bag-mask devices and endotracheal tubes to ensure the patient’s airway remains open for breathing.
3. Use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs): In-depth training on using these devices, including their placement and operation.
4. Teamwork and Communication: Since healthcare settings often involve multiple professionals, the training emphasizes coordination and communication among team members during resuscitation efforts.
5. Recognition of Cardiac Arrest: Identifying signs of cardiac arrest quickly and understanding the appropriate response protocol.
6. Special Situations: Addressing unique scenarios such as resuscitation in infants and children, drowning incidents, or situations involving drug overdose.

AHA BLS Healthcare provider CPR certification requires both a theoretical component, either completed in the classroom or online, and a practical, hands-on session to practice skills under the supervision of a certified instructor. The certification is valid for two years before a refresher or re-certification course is needed.

Course Description:

The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Classroom Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.

Designed for:

Healthcare Providers (Nurses and Nursing Students; Physicians; Medical/Dental Assistants; Physical and Occupational Therapists).

Certification:

2 Years. Adult, Child, and Infant. AHA eCards are received within 24 hours of completing class. CPR Choice is an official Training Center for the American Heart Association.

Textbook:

The current BLS Provider Manual, adhering to the 2020 Guidelines, is a mandatory requirement for this course. The American Heart Association (AHA) stipulates that all students must have access to the BLS Provider Manual before, during, and after the class to facilitate learning and compliance with course standards. Upon arrival, you will receive your BLS Provider Manual, though arrangements can be made to receive it earlier if preferred.

For those interested in a digital format, the BLS Provider Manual eBook is available for separate purchase at https://shopcpr.heart.org/bls-provider-manual-ebook.

Should you already possess the current edition of the BLS Provider Manual, either in physical or eBook form, please bring it to the class. Doing so will entitle you to a $15 refund on your course fee.

Classes tend to fill up quickly, so please complete your registration and payment to ensure your seat.

Class Length:

The class is 3-3.5 hours.

Card Received within 24 hours of Successful Completion of the Course.