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Lifesaving Skills for Medical Professionals 

American Heart Association Courses for Healthcare Providers

These American Heart Association–approved courses are designed for healthcare professionals who require official certification for employment or credentialing. Training includes CPR and AED, Basic and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS, ACLS), Stroke education, Pediatric care, and more. Courses ensure participants are prepared to respond confidently in clinical and emergency situations.

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BLS (Basic Life Support)

The BLS course provides foundational training in basic life support for healthcare professionals. Students learn to recognize cardiac and respiratory emergencies, perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants, use an AED, manage airways, and provide safe, effective care as part of a resuscitation team.

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ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

The ACLS course provides advanced training in the recognition and management of cardiopulmonary emergencies. Students learn to interpret cardiac rhythms, perform high-quality CPR, manage arrhythmias, respond to stroke and acute coronary syndromes, and work effectively as part of a resuscitation team.

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PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

The PALS course provides advanced training in pediatric life support for healthcare professionals. Students learn to recognize and manage respiratory distress, shock, and cardiac emergencies in infants and children, perform high-quality CPR, interpret pediatric cardiac rhythms, manage airways, and work effectively as part of a resuscitation team.

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Need a Refresher?

Our Refresher Courses are designed for healthcare providers who currently hold an active, unexpired certification and need to renew.

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Grow Your Skills with University Hospitals

Find the Right Class for You!

From first-time certifications to renewals, we offer a full lineup of courses to support your goals. Our programs include Initial EMS Certifications and a variety of American Heart Association (AHA) courses tailored for healthcare providers and those entering the field. With convenient scheduling and expert instruction, it’s easy to find a class that fits your needs.

​You can also learn more by exploring our class catalogs for both Medical Professionals and Community Members. To view upcoming courses and enroll, scan the QR code or click the links below.

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