Healthcare Professional Training

Basic Life Support (BLS)

BLS certification for healthcare providers and professional rescuers who require rigorous, high-quality CPR and team resuscitation training aligned with current AHA guidelines.

American Red CrossAuthorized Training Provider

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2 YearsCertification Valid
4–5 HoursCourse Length
AHA-AlignedCurriculum
AvailableGroup Training

What You'll Learn

High-Quality CPR

Proper rate, depth, recoil, and minimal interruption for adult, child, and infant resuscitation.

Two-Rescuer CPR

Coordinated team CPR including role switching, communication, and compression-to-ventilation ratios.

Bag-Mask Ventilation

Correct technique for delivering rescue breaths using a bag-valve mask device — a core BLS skill.

AED Use & Safety

Safe AED deployment with minimal interruption to compressions, including pad placement and rhythm recognition.

Team Dynamics

Closed-loop communication, clear role assignment, and leadership skills during a resuscitation event.

Special Resuscitation Situations

Drowning, pregnancy, and opioid-associated emergencies — what changes and what stays the same.

Who This Course Is For

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Physicians & Medical Students
  • EMTs & Paramedics
  • Respiratory Therapists
  • Dental Office Staff
  • Healthcare Administrators & Assistants

BLS vs. Standard CPR

BLS is designed specifically for healthcare professionals who may need to perform resuscitation as part of their clinical duties. It covers higher skill standards including bag-mask ventilation and two-rescuer techniques not included in standard CPR courses.

If you are a healthcare provider who needs to satisfy employer or licensing requirements, BLS is the certification you need.

Get Your BLS Certification

Flexible scheduling for healthcare professionals, including on-site training at your clinical facility.