Class offerings
BLS and BLS Renewal
Basic Life Support (BLS) is a critical set of emergency procedures that provide essential care to individuals experiencing life-threatening medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest or choking. BLS focuses on maintaining an open airway, performing chest compressions, and providing rescue breaths until advanced medical help arrives. BLS certification ensures that individuals are trained in these life-saving techniques. BLS renewal is required every two years to ensure that skills and knowledge remain current, as guidelines and best practices can evolve. Regular renewal helps healthcare providers and other professionals maintain proficiency in delivering timely and effective care in emergency situations.
BLS for Healthcare Provider
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers is a specialized training designed for medical professionals who may encounter patients in emergency situations. This course covers life-saving techniques such as high-quality chest compressions, airway management, and rescue breathing, all tailored to the unique needs of healthcare settings. BLS for Healthcare Providers emphasizes the importance of team-based resuscitation, recognizing cardiac arrest, and delivering prompt and effective care. Certification ensures that healthcare workers are equipped with the essential skills to respond confidently and competently in critical emergencies, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Heartsaver
The Heartsaver course from the American Heart Association (AHA) is designed for individuals who want to learn essential life-saving skills in a non-healthcare setting. This course covers CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), first aid, and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use, teaching participants how to respond effectively to emergencies such as choking, cardiac arrest, or severe bleeding. The Heartsaver course is ideal for anyone, including parents, teachers, and workplace responders, who wants to be prepared to act in critical situations. Certification is provided upon completion, ensuring that individuals are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to help save lives.
First Aid
First Aid training through the American Heart Association (AHA) equips individuals with the skills to respond confidently and effectively to common injuries and medical emergencies. This course covers essential techniques for managing situations such as cuts, burns, fractures, allergic reactions, and sudden illnesses, while also teaching participants how to assess and stabilize injured or ill individuals until professional help arrives. AHA-certified First Aid training ensures that participants are prepared to provide critical assistance in a wide range of scenarios, helping to improve outcomes and potentially save lives in emergency situations. Certification is awarded upon successful completion, offering peace of mind that you’re ready to make a difference when it counts most.
AED
AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training teaches individuals how to use this life-saving device to assist in cases of sudden cardiac arrest. The course covers how to recognize the signs of cardiac arrest, properly apply the AED pads, and deliver a shock if needed, while continuing CPR until emergency medical services arrive. AED training is vital for both healthcare providers and lay responders, as it enables quick action that can significantly improve survival chances. Certification in AED use ensures that participants are confident and prepared to respond effectively in an emergency, making a critical difference in saving lives.
Heartsaver K-12
This program is tailored to Kindergarten through 12th grade teachers. This is the Heartsaver course through the American Heart Association.