BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers

Prime CPR Services offers the AHA BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS class taught in a relaxed, stress free environment. This class is designed for health/safety providers, such EMS personnel, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Dental field employees, Nurses, LVNs, CNAs, Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Nursing Students, EMTs, Paramedic Students, and anyone in need of an American Heart Association AHA card to demonstrate completion of the American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider course.

Books will be shipped with priority, ensuring that you receive them well in advance of your scheduled class if you need one. You may also consider alternative book options by getting a BLS ebook by clicking  HERE.

BLS covers the following:

• The AHA’s Chain of Survival for Improved Survival from Cardiac Arrest in Adults, Children, and Infants
• Assessment of Adult, Children and Infants Prior to CPR
• High-Quality CPR for Adults, Children, and Infants
• Important Early use of an AED for All Ages
• Effective Ventilations using a Barrier Device
• Team Dynamics: Importance of Teams in Multi-Rescuer Resuscitation and Performance. How to Communicate the Roles During a Resuscitation
• Relief of Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction (Choking) for Adults, Children, and Infants
• Differences Between Adults, Children and Infants Rescue Techniques
• 1-Rescuer CPR and AED for Adults, Children, and Infants
• 2-Rescuer CPR and AED for Adults, Children, and Infants
• Bag Valve Mask (BVM) Techniques for Adults, Children, and Infants
• Rescue Breathing for Adult, Children, and Infants
• CPR and AED with an Advanced Airway in Place
• The Use of Narcan for Opiate Overdoses

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

What is BLS Certification?

BLS certification stands for Basic Life Support certification, which is vital for healthcare providers. It teaches crucial skills like CPR, recognizing emergencies, and how to clear airways. Because the course covers both adult and pediatric care, it prepares providers to handle various situations effectively. Many employers now require BLS certification, so obtaining it not only increases your skills but also improves your job prospects.

Importance of BLS Training

Every healthcare provider should prioritize BLS training. It equips professionals with the knowledge to act quickly in emergencies, potentially saving lives. Patients depend on their healthcare providers to recognize and respond to critical situations. Therefore, BLS-trained professionals can assess emergencies better and take immediate action, leading to better patient outcomes.

Benefits of Certification

Obtaining your BLS certification can open many doors in your healthcare career. The knowledge gained empowers you to work more confidently during emergencies. Furthermore, being certified can boost your resume, signaling to employers that you are committed to patient safety. Many organizations also offer recertification, ensuring that your skills stay sharp and up to date, which is essential in the ever-evolving healthcare field.