American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

What is Basic Life Support (BLS)?

BLS is the foundation for saving lives after cardiac arrest. This four-hour course teaches both single-rescuer and team basic support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, focusing on high-quality CPR and team dynamics.

Course Description

After successful completion, students should know:

  • The importance of high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and its impact on survival
  • All of the steps of the Chain of Survival and apply the BLS concepts of the Chain of Survival
  • Recognize the signs of someone needing CPR
  • Perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
  • The importance of early use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and demonstrate its use
  • Provide effective ventilations by using a barrier device
  • The importance of teams in multi-rescuer resuscitation and perform as an effective team member during multi-rescuer CPT
  • The technique for relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants.

Certification

Students completing this four-hour certification course will receive their Healthcare Provider certification e-card by email within 20 days. The certification is valid for 2 years. This certification is a National Certification.

Course Schedules

Spring 2024: CRN #81503

  • Instructor: CPR LIVE
  • Instructional Method: Traditional-These classes are fully on campus. For more information about Instructional Methods, visit here.
  • Date: Thursday, 5/30/24
  • Time: 9:00 – 1:00 p.m.
  • Room: B127
  • Cost: $125, includes supplies
  • Registration Deadline: 5/23/24

Register Now!

To register for this course, please visit our Workforce Registration Page. You’ll find directions on how to register, along with information about information sessions with Workforce advisors, funding sources for financing your tuition, refund policies, and more.

Please Note: A seat will not be held until all your registration form and payment are received.