BLS for Medical Professionals
Basic Life Support, or BLS, is a level of medical care used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care at a hospital. Certification in BLS follows the ILCOR’s guidelines for training individuals to recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR to all ages, administer the use of an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. We are affiliated with CPR Training School Alpharetta for BLS. This course offers participants clear, easy to view videos, instructional updates, with a quick skills check out.
In these course, you’ll learn:
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How to perform CPR
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How to use an AED
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Skills for treating choking and shock victims
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A variety of first aid skills
Explore Travel Nurse Links educational events and register below!
Preparing for this course:
Before you attend this education event, you must...
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Register and complete the AHA Heartsaver educational course and obtain a certification of completion
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Purchase the textbook (see below in resources)
Upcoming First Aid / CPR / AED Training Courses
BLS Program Resources:
Participants have the option to purchase BLS Provider Manual or the E-book directly from the American Heart Association here. You can find the paperback copy here. Or, the e-book copy here. The cost is about $15-20 plus taxes and shipping on the AHA website.