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The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is accredited by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine who is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education® (ACCME) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

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Accredited BLS Certification
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Our accredited Basic Life Support Certification courses provide online up-to-date BLS training for healthcare and non-medical professionals, offering a user-friendly design and the opportunity to earn continuing education credits.

Our BLS Certification Course adhere to the professional standards set by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education® (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC).

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Physician
Nursing
Pharmacy
Dental
Physician Assistant
Optometry
Dietician

Physician (MD, DO)

AMA Credits (American Medical Association)

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. .



Nursing (RN, APRN, LVN, LPN)

ANCC Credits (American Nurses Credentialing Center)

The maximum number of hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 Contact Hours
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Contact Hours

Pharmacy
Pharmacists (PharmD, RPh)

ACPE Credits (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education)
  • ACPE Credits Release Date: February 1st, 2025
  • ACPE Credits Exp Date: February 1st, 2026

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this activity for the following pharmacy education contact hours:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours Pharmacists Universal Activity Number
BLS CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-P
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-P

Pharmacy Technicians: CPhT

Course Activity Name Credit Hours Pharmacy Technicians Universal Activity Number
BLS CPR 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-T
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Hours (0.20 CEUs) JA4008162-9999-25-072-H05-T

Estimated Time to Completion:

  • BLS CPR - 2 Hours
  • Release Date: February 1st, 2024
  • Expiration Date: February 1st, 2027
  • Each Type of Activity: Application

Hardware/Software Requirements (Required for Internet-based ACPE activities only) Include minimum hardware, software, internet connectivity and connection speed requirements for accessing the internet-based activity.

Policy on Privacy and Confidentiality (Required for Internet-based ACPE activities only) Please see final activity for the policy on privacy and confidentiality that relates to this internet activity.

Upon completion of the online evaluation, your credit will be submitted to CPE Monitor.Pharmacists have up to thirty (30) days to complete the evaluation and claim credit. Please check your NABP account within sixty (60) days to make sure the credit has posted.

Dental (DDS or DMD)

ADA Credits (The American Dental Association)

Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates these activities for the following continuing education credits:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 continuing education credits
BLS CPR Recertification 2 continuing education credits

Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

This program offers the following AAPA Category 1 CME Credits for Physician Assistant:

AAPA Credits (American Academy of Physician Associates)
Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits

Physician Assistant (PA)

PAs may claim credits as mentioned for completing bellow activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society

BLS CPR 2 Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 Category 1 CreditTM

Optometry (OD)

COPE Credits (The Council on Optometric Practitioner Education)

The courses below are COPE approved for the following hours of CE credit:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
Advanced BLS CPR 2 hours of CE credit
Advanced BLS CPR Recertification 2 hours of CE credit

Dietician (RD or RDN)

CDR Credits (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

This program offers the following CPEUs for dieticians:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 CPEUs for dieticians
BLS CPR Recertification 2 CPEUs for dieticians

Others / Non Medical Professional

AMA Credits (American Medical Association)

The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of:

Course Activity Name Credit Hours
BLS CPR 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM
BLS CPR Recertification 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM

American Academy of CPR & First Aid Advisory Members for BLS Certification and Hands-On CPR skills Standards and Guidelines

The Advisory Members of the American Academy of CPR & First Aid are a team of dedicated healthcare professionals focused on advancing Online BLS certification and BLS CPR Training. They meticulously review current scientific research on resuscitation and cardiac arrest, ensuring that our basic life support certification aligns with the latest medical standards. With a strong emphasis on CPR and AED proficiency and Hands-On CPR skills this expert team ensures participants acquire essential life-saving skills. All certifications, including BLS certification online and renewal courses, are backed by accredited CME credits, highlighting our commitment to delivering high-quality, trusted education.

  • Faculty Author : Jehangir Gowani, MD, FAAP, FACP.
  • Emergency Medicine Physician Reviewers: Daniel Sternberg, MD.
  • ER Nurse Educator (MSN) Reviewers : Amanda Ernst, MSN.
  • Nurse Practitioner Reviewers : Laila Valliani, FNP-C, APRN, MSN, BSN, RN.
  • Nurse Practitioner and CPR Instructor : Brittany Heitkamp, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC).
  • Certified Paramedic and CPR Instructor : Robert Dixon, Registered Paramedic and CPR Instructor.
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The BLS certification from the American Academy of CPR & First Aid is valid for two years and requires timely BLS renewal or BLS recertification online to keep your skills current and aligned with the latest guidelines.

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Our BLS CPR Training includes videos and step-by-step instructions for performing CPR. Learn hands-on BLS skills through Blended Hands-On CPR, combining online BLS CPR learning with practice using a manikin. Complete the course, pass the exam, and earn your BLS Certification after passing a live skills assessment.

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A Life-Saving Skill for Everyone

As a medical professional or healthcare provider, it is important to be up-to-date on the latest CPR and BLS certification guidelines. The American Academy of CPR and First Aid offers BLS certification courses that are convenient and affordable. Our BLS certification course covers everything from high-quality chest compressions and rescue breathing to AED use, empowering you with the knowledge and skills to care from someone in need during life-threatening emergencies or sudden cardiac arrest.

The American Academy's provides online BLS certification training and responds to current global concerns about COVID-19 with an emphasis on safety measures suggested by the World Health Organization (WHO) as well the Center For Disease Control (CDC).

With our variety of BLS training and BLS certification options (including BLS recertification), we provide the necessary resources to help ensure safe and effective practices are applied to AED use and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including child and infant CPR. Upon successful completion of your online training and the end-of-course exam, you can print out your BLS certification and wallet card for instant proof, or request to receive your certification by mail. BLS certification course certificates are valid for two years.

Professional-Quality Online Courses for BLS Certification: Basic Life Support and BLS CPR Training

The American Academy of CPR and First Aid is a leading provider of BLS certification courses. All CPR courses are developed and designed by experienced healthcare professionals and licensed medical doctors—including the American Academy's popular courses for earning an online BLS recertification or a first aid certification.

The American Academy's training materials are unmatched in quality and ease of use. Our online BLS course materials utilize high-quality CPR illustrations and videos, as well as detailed diagrams to create an online learning experience that is as close as possible to learning in a traditional instructor-led course, but without the drawbacks of in-person learning. Through our services, you can access the same quality of training, education, and support for a lower cost and smaller time commitment.

The American Academy offers unparalleled course materials that are easy to use. With high-quality illustrations and videos, as well as detailed diagrams we create an online learning experience like no other—but without the drawbacks of an instructor based setting. Our courses allow you to enjoy a quality basic life support BLS training course at a lesser cost, and a smaller time commitment.

Courses offered by the American Academy cover a comprehensive list of commonly required healthcare skills and knowledge, including:

  • Emergency situation assessment
  • COVID-19 recommendations for BLS CPR
  • Protocols for emergency response
  • Infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • The mechanics of artificial life support
  • Human physiology

What is an online BLS Certification course?

BLS certification is a medical certification that shows you have the skills and knowledge to perform CPR and BLS. BLS stands for Basic Life Support, and it is a set of lifesaving techniques that are used to respond to a heart attack or cardiac arrest. BLS certification is required for all medical professionals, including but not limited to doctors, nurses, first responders, paramedics, EMTs, dentists, and pharmacists.

Who can benefit from online BLS training and certification?

The BLS course is a great opportunity for professionals who want to get certified and improve their basic cardiovascular life support skills, but it's also ideal if you're looking into learning lifesaving techniques. Healthcare providers recommend that anyone able-bodied should take a basic life support BLS training course because there may come a time when your knowledge will help save lives during cardiac emergencies!

The online BLS Certification course is perfect for people who work in a public environment such as physical therapists, child care workers, or police officers, and need to learn how to perform CPR for adults, child, or infant CPR—or to obtain a BLS recertification. The session time for the BLS course takes most people 60-90 minutes to complete with the exam, and can make all the difference in a life-saving situation.

What you will learn during BLS training

The American Academy is your one stop shop for basic life support courses. We offer a quick and affordable way to get the BLS certification, as well as protecting those around you by teaching cardiac emergency medical skills.

The online BLS certification course teaches important concepts of a systematic approach in techniques such as:

  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • COVID-19 recommendations for performing BLS
  • Adult CPR, child CPR, and infant CPR
  • How to respond to choking in adults, children, and infants
  • AED training

While automated external defibrillators are commonly used by medical professionals, they have been designed so that people who do not have extensive backgrounds in medical services can use them as well. Our BLS certification and AED course teaches the necessary skills for using these devices while reinforcing knowledge about them with statistical information, helpful full-color diagrams, and step-by-step instructions.

BLS Training with COVID-19 Positive or Suspected

The American Academy of CPR and First Aid recommends that you renew your certifications to learn about how COVID-19 can be prevented when performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Our course follows the recommended safety precautions prescribed by the World Health Organization as well as the Center for Disease Control with updated material, such as:

  • Limiting on-scene bystanders
  • Personal protective equipment
  • protection against airborne droplets
  • How to reduce exposure when administering CPR
  • Chest compressions
  • When to use an automated external defibrillator (AED)

Looking for BLS Certification Near me? Online BLS certification courses recommended by healthcare professionals

There are many benefits to taking a BLS CPR course online instead of going to training centers by searching on internet BLS Certification Near Me . One of the most important is that it can help you save someone's life. It can also help you feel more confident in an emergency situation. Here are some of the additional benefits that have made the American Academy a popular choice for individuals:

  • BLS certification online course material is accessible 24/7
  • Free online course, including AED, baby CPR, and BLS recertification
  • Free online basic life support training and videos
  • Free training on how to use an automated external defibrillator
  • Complete the course exam online and on your own schedule
  • Printable certificate and course completion card from your home or office
  • Certification is valid for two years

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We offer a wide range of certifications for professionals and individuals alike. Whether you want to learn adult CPR, take a first aid certification or bloodborne pathogens training - we've got what your life needs. Enroll today and get BLS certified instead of searching on internet for BLS certifications near me!

Mission and Vision

Vision: Provide the knowledge, experience and confidence for anyone to perform basic life support during cardiac arrest or a respiratory emergency.

Mission: Our dedication to teaching the world how to save lives spans more than a decade. We are committed to ensuring the health and safety of our communities persist through learning critical skills and techniques of basic life support.

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When it comes to basic life support BLS training, earning your BLS certification online is one of the most beneficial, time-saving, and cost-effective decisions you can make. All coursework is available for free, 24 hours a day. Simply click on the right course that is relevant to your needs, pass the exam, and get your certificate and course completion card today!

Frequently Asked Questions?

The Online CPR Certification teaches critical life-saving skills, including:

  • CPR Techniques: Master chest compressions and rescue breathing to assist individuals in cardiac arrest.
  • AED Use: Learn how to properly use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to deliver life-saving shocks.
  • Personal Safety: Understand how to protect yourself using barriers and safety measures when responding to emergencies.
  • Chain of Survival: Explore the key elements of a coordinated response, emphasizing teamwork.
  • Recognizing Heart Disease: Learn how to identify the early signs of heart disease and take swift action.
  • Assessing Unresponsive Individuals: Gain the skills to evaluate and respond to unresponsive individuals for effective care.

These courses ensure that learners are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to respond to emergencies promptly and efficiently.

Getting started is simple:

  • Sign Up: Create an account to enroll in the Online CPR Certification course.
  • Complete the Course: Go through the educational material provided in the course.
  • Pass the Test: Achieve a score of 85% or more on the final exam.
  • Make the payment: Make the payment according to By Mail / By Print Option .
  • Download Your Certificate: Instantly receive your CPR Certification in various formats like PDF, Word, HTML, or JPEG.

Blended Hands-On BLS CPR merges online education with live virtual practice. Here's how it works:

  • Register: Sign up for the Blended Hands-On CPR course.
  • Complete the Course: Finish the online training modules at your own pace.
  • Pass the Exam: Score at least 80% on the online exam to move forward.
  • Order a Manikin: Purchase a CPR manikin for hands-on practice.
  • Live Session: Schedule a virtual session with a certified instructor.
  • Skills Assessment: Perform CPR techniques during the live session.
  • Get Certified: Receive your digital certification after passing the skills assessment.

The validity of BLS CPR Certification is 2 years

The Combine Courses Discount allows you to save money while earning multiple certifications:

  • BLS CPR Certification: $14.99
  • Each additional certification: $14

This discount is available to both first-time participants and those renewing their certifications.

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