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Lifesaving Skills for Medical Professionals

BLS Initial Provider Course

Overview:

The BLS Initial Provider Course is designed for healthcare professionals who are new to CPR training, have an expired BLS card, or prefer a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience. This American Heart Association–approved course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize life-threatening emergencies, perform high-quality CPR, use an AED, and work effectively as part of a resuscitation team.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

Recognize cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking emergencies
Perform high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively
Demonstrate proper airway management and ventilation techniques
Work effectively as part of a resuscitation team
Apply current AHA guidelines in clinical and prehospital environments

Course Structure

This course includes a combination of:

Didactic Instruction

Cardiac and respiratory arrest recognition
Chain of Survival and early intervention
Team-based resuscitation concepts

Hands-On Training

CPR and AED skills practice
Airway management techniques
Scenario-based performance testing

This combined format ensures students gain the knowledge, physical skills, and real-world exposure needed for safe entry-level practice.

Course Materials

Applicants must:

Have access to the 2025 AHA BLS Provider Manual.
Books may be purchased at shopcpr.heart.org or borrowed from your department or educator.

Attendance Policy

Participants unable to attend must notify the training center at (440) 354-1284 prior to class.
Please leave your name, department, and reason for absence.
No-shows will be reported to the participant’s manager.
Classes may be cancelled if fewer than three (3) students are enrolled.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard.
There is no card fee for UH caregivers.

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