BLS Classes
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification classes for healthcare providers and clinical staff.
- Nationally Recognized Certifications
- Individual & Team Training
- Experienced Instructors
- Multiple Certification Providers
- Flexible Training Options
- Serving Organizations Throughout Our Coverage Areas
What to Expect from a BLS Certification Class
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is designed for healthcare professionals and other individuals who may be required to respond to medical emergencies in clinical, healthcare, or patient-care environments.
BLS training focuses on high-quality CPR, team-based emergency response, AED use, and the recognition and treatment of life-threatening emergencies. Whether you are entering a healthcare profession, maintaining an existing credential, or meeting employer requirements, BLS training provides the skills needed to respond confidently during an emergency.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of a BLS course, participants typically learn:
High-quality adult CPR techniques
Child and infant CPR techniques
Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Relief of choking in adults, children, and infants
Team dynamics during emergency response
Recognition of cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies
Effective rescue breathing and ventilation techniques
Who Commonly Requires BLS Certification?
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Dentists
- Dental Hygienists
- Dental Assistants
- Medical Assistants
- Respiratory Therapists
- Physical Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- EMTs and Paramedics
- Nursing Students
- Medical Students
- Healthcare Support Personnel
Industries That Commonly Require BLS
- Hospitals
- Medical Practices
- Dental Offices
- Ambulatory Surgery Centers
- Urgent Care Centers
- Physical Therapy Clinics
- Rehabilitation Facilities
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Home Health Organizations
- Educational Healthcare Programs
Certification Information
Most BLS certifications issued through nationally recognized training providers are valid for approximately two years from the date of successful course completion.
Students should always verify certification requirements with their employer, licensing board, educational institution, credentialing organization, or regulatory authority.
Approved Certification Providers
ICERTCPR Inc. is an approved training provider for nationally recognized certification organizations relevant to this course, including:
- American Heart Association (AHA)
- American Red Cross (ARC)
- Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
- Stop the Bleed (STB)
- ProTrainings
Certification options may vary based on employer requirements, professional licensing requirements, educational program standards, organizational policies, and industry regulations.
Learn from Experienced Instructors
Our instructor team brings diverse real-world experience from healthcare, emergency response, public safety, and education.
Depending on course availability and location, students may learn from instructors whose backgrounds include:
- Paramedics
- Firefighters
- Registered Nurses
- Healthcare Educators
- University Professors
- Emergency Medical Professionals
- Clinical Healthcare Providers
- Public Safety Professionals
This practical field experience helps connect classroom instruction to real-world emergency situations and workplace expectations.
Not Sure If You Need BLS?
Some professions require BLS certification while others may only require CPR/AED certification. If you are unsure which certification is appropriate for your profession, employer, educational program, or licensing requirement, use our Class Advisor or contact our team for guidance.
Why Train with ICERTCPR Inc.?
At ICERTCPR Inc., we believe emergency response training should be engaging, practical, and relevant to the real-world situations students may encounter. Our goal is to help individuals and organizations build confidence while meeting certification and compliance requirements.
Nationally Recognized Certifications
Train through nationally recognized certification providers, including:
- American Heart Association (AHA)
- American Red Cross (ARC)
- Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
- Stop the Bleed (STB)
- ProTrainings
Certification options may vary based on employer, licensing, educational, or organizational requirements.
Experienced Instructors
Our instructor team brings diverse real-world experience from:
- Emergency Medical Services
- Fire Service
- Nursing
- Healthcare Education
- University Instruction
- Public Safety
- Clinical Healthcare Environments
Students benefit from practical instruction that extends beyond textbook learning.
Training for Individuals and Organizations
Whether you need certification for yourself or training for an entire team, ICERTCPR Inc. offers solutions for:
- Individual Students
- Healthcare Offices
- Dental Practices
- Schools
- Churches
- Fitness Facilities
- Businesses and Employers
- Community Organizations
Flexible Training Options
Training solutions may include:
- Classroom Training
- Onsite Group Training
- Employer-Sponsored Training
- Blended Learning Options (when available through the certification provider)
Commitment to Quality Training
We focus on delivering professional, engaging, and high-quality training experiences designed to help students understand not only how to perform life-saving skills, but also when and why those skills matter.
Whether you are earning your first certification, renewing an existing credential, or coordinating training for your organization, our team is committed to helping you find the right course and certification pathway.
Committed to Your Success
Whether you are earning your first certification, renewing an existing credential, or coordinating training for your organization, our team is committed to helping you find the right course and certification pathway.
Serving Organizations Throughout Our Coverage Areas
ICERTCPR Inc. partners with organizations across a wide range of sectors to deliver certification training where it's needed most.
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Education
- Government
- Public Safety
- Corporate Workplaces
- Community Organizations
Not Sure Which Course You Need?
Whether you're a single student looking for certification or a team coordinator planning organization-wide training, we have a clear pathway for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this certification, requirements, and training options will be published here soon.
Have a question that should appear here? Reach out to our team and we'll include it.