BLS for Healthcare Providers

American Heart Association
BLS Healthcare Provider Course

Course Description

The BLS Healthcare Provider Course is designed to provide a wide variety of health care professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The course is intended for certified or non-certified, licensed or non-licensed health care professionals.

Course Length: Approximately 4½ hours

Intended Audience
Healthcare providers such as physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician’s assistants, residents or fellows, or medical or nursing students in training, aides, medical or nursing assistants, police officers, and other allied health personnel.

Student Materials:

  • BLS for Healthcare Providers Student Manual
Card Type: Course Completion Card
Written/Skills Exam: Required for completion card

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