BLS/CPR for Healthcare
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Red Cross provides essential training for healthcare clinicians and public safety professionals who respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies. Millions of individuals have received Red Cross BLS certifications across thousands of healthcare organizations, EMS agencies and the Military Training Network. The course is eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credit for many professional roles.
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BLS certification is most commonly taken by nurses, physicians, paramedics and EMTs, as well as other healthcare and public safety clinician who need to maintain credentials or meet employer requirements.
Red Cross BLS courses are developed using the latest evidence-based science and guidelines and are widely accepted by employers and healthcare organizations nationwide. Red Cross BLS courses are developed and reviewed by the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council. This group includes nationally recognized medical, scientific and academic experts to ensure the training reflects the latest evidence-based science and guidelines.
BLS certification can be completed in one day: instructor-led courses take approximately 4–5 hrs, depending on the full scope of any additional skills boost add-ons