Question 1

What is a Basic Life Support (BLS) course?n

Accepted Answer

BLS is an American Heart Association course designed for individuals that work in a healthcare environment. It teaches basic lifesaving skills including CPR and AED use for all ages, ventilations using a bag-mask device, rescue breathing, and relief of choking.

Question 2

How long does a BLS class take?

Accepted Answer

The course average is approximately 3 hours.

Question 3

Is BLS the same as CPR?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but includes more in-depth information and other skills required for healthcare professionals.

Question 4

How long is the BLS certification valid?

Accepted Answer

American Heart Association BLS Certification is valid for 2 years.

Question 5

Specifically, what content is taught in the BLS course?

Accepted Answer

- High-quality CPR and AED use for all agesn- Effective ventilations using a barrier device and a bag-mask devicen- Multi-rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during CPRn- Rescue breathing for victims of all agesn- Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants

Question 6

How do I prepare for the BLS class?

Accepted Answer

You can prepare for the course by reviewing the BLS provider manual which is available during registration.

Question 7

Are your BLS courses through the American Heart Association (AHA)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, upon course completion students receive a BLS Provider certification card issued by the American Heart Association.

Question 8

Do you offer BLS classes in any other languages other than English?

Accepted Answer

Currently, our scheduled courses are available in English. We do offer classes in Spanish if requested for a private group, company, or organization.

Question 9

Who teaches the BLS course?

Accepted Answer

BLS Instructors are trained and monitored by an American Heart Association Training Center. Although not required, most of our instructors have a background in healthcare. We employ EMTs, Paramedics, LVNs, RNs, and Physicians.

Question 10

What score do you need to pass the BLS course?

Accepted Answer

Students must demonstrate CPR skills proficiency for both adult and infant victims and pass a 25-question written exam with a passing score of 84%. If unsuccessful, instructors will provide remediation and the student will be allowed to retest.

Question 11

Do you offer BLS renewal classes?

Accepted Answer

Our BLS course is appropriate for first-time or renewing students. Previous BLS students who are renewing usually complete the course faster than the first-time students.

Question 12

When will I receive my BLS card?

Accepted Answer

The American Heart Association (AHA) BLS card is issued immediately at the end of the course.

Question 13

I took a BLS class but lost my card. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

AHA cards are now digital and live on their website once issued. Students can easily locate their card at https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards

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