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Basic Life Support for Healthcare Students

Whether you’re in nursing school, medical school, dentistry, or another health program, Basic Life Support for Healthcare is an essential certification. The American Red Cross offers students certification that is valid for 2-years and most of the Minnesota healthcare system accepts this certification.

What is Basic Life Support (BLS)?

Basic Life Support is the level of medical care used in emergencies when someone is experiencing a life threatening medical emergency. The curriculum includes learning:

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
  • Rescue Breathing
  • Bag Valve Mask
  • Individual skills and Team Skills
  • Choking Emergencies
  • Adult, Child, Infant Skills

The American Red Cross is also nationally accredited and ILCOR researched. https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/bls?utm_source=RCO&utm_medium=For_Individuals_Find_Classes_and_Certification&utm_content=BLS_CPR_For_Healthcare

Why is BLS Important for Healthcare Students?

If you’re studying to become a nurse, EMT, medical assistant or another healthcare job occupation, BLS certification is more than just a requirement – it can save lives!

Here is why it matters:

  • Clinical Requirements: Most hospitals and Clinics won’t allow students to perform clinical rotations without the certification in the case of an emergency.
  • Quick Response Saves Lives: You’ll learn how to act effectively and efficiently in life-threatening emergencies.
  • Boost Your Resume: Being BLS certified makes you more competitive for internships and job placement.

How to Get BLS Certified as a Student:

CPR4LIFE USA offers multiple options to receive your certification:

  1. Take a full in-person course (4 hours)
  2. Take a Blended Learning Course (Online + in-person skills class)
  3. Onsite Training – we come to your organization for training.

We ALWAYS send your 2-year valid certification the same day you complete the course!

Sign Up Today: Join a CPR Course

Inquire About Onsite Training: Contact Us

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Onsite Training For Your Workplace

Many workplaces need training, whether it is for OSHA regulations, State regulations, or to have an Emergency Response Team. It can often be tough to decide what curriculum you would like to have, who to select for training and finding someone to come to your place of work to do the onsite training your workplace needs.

Onsite Training:

CPR4LIFE USA offers onsite training that comes directly to your workplace for training. Whether you are doing an initial course or renewal course, we offer onsite training. We also offer part online and part in-person skills training and full in-person courses. We offer certifications through the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association.

Why Choose CPR4LIFE USA?

CPR4LIFE USA offers onsite training with no additional fees to come to you for training. Low cost to help keep the courses affordable, no hidden fees. CPR4LIFE USA has been in operation and a part of the Minnesota/Iowa/Wisconsin communities since 2018. You will have instructors that have work experience in direct patient healthcare, many years of teaching experience, and experience using the skills they teach.

Inquire for More Information:

Please email us at info@cpr4lifeusa.com and we will help to answer your questions and schedule your group training.

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Why CPR, AED & First Aid Training is Critical in Long-Term Care Centers

Choking is one of the most common life-threatening emergencies in long-term care facilities. Whether it’s a resident with swallowing difficulties, medications that reduce saliva, or conditions like Parkinson’s and dementia, the risk is real — and response time matters.

That’s why CPR, AED, and First Aid certification isn’t optional. It’s essential. https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/resources/learn-first-aid/adult-child-choking?srsltid=AfmBOooX0HNBeEU4iikt-KPwoMv6OMDFMNhR6mYtLYpcutLMXJtnebL3

Here’s why it matters:

  • Choking emergencies escalate fast. Without immediate intervention, a blocked airway can cause brain damage or death in just minutes.
  • CPR and abdominal thrusts save lives. Staff trained to act confidently in these moments can make all the difference.
  • AEDs and early response reduce risk. Heart complications can follow choking — an AED may be needed in seconds.

We offer nationally recognized and certified training tailored for long-term care teams, with real-life scenarios, hands-on practice, and guidance on working with older adults and residents (especially focusing on choking emergencies with people that may be wheelchair bound).

Protect your residents. Empower your staff. Be ready.

Schedule your on-site CPR, AED & First Aid training today. Contact Us

We also offer training that can be done at your place of work (no extra fees to travel to your workplace) Onsite/Workplace Training

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Basic Life Support/CPR Healthcare Certification and What You Need to Know

If you work in healthcare or are seeking to start your healthcare career, having a current Basic Life Support/CPR Healthcare Certification is essential (BLS). Whether you are a nurse, technician, dental assistant, or student, Basic Life Support skills can make the difference between life and death. At CPR4LIFE USA, we make it easy to get you certified an into clinicals and your job.

What is Basic Life Support Certification?

Basic Life Support (BLS)/Healthcare is a level of CPR/AED training that is designed specifically for healthcare professionals and students. It covers high-quality chest compressions, breathing/ventilations, use of an AED, and team dynamics during a medical emergency.

Who Needs BLS Certification?

Basic Life Support/CPR Healthcare is Required often for:

Nurses and Nursing Students (RN, LPN)

Nursing Assistants/Nurse Techs

EMT/Paramedics

Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants

Medical Assistants

Home Health, Hospice, and Direct Support Professionals

And many more healthcare related positions.

Why Take BLS with CPR4LIFE USA?

We serve the greater Twin Cities Area and Surrounding communities with Flexible Training Options:

In-Person and Blended Learning Courses

Same-Day Certifications

American Red Cross OR American Heart Association

We do provide onsite training for workplaces and provide group discounts.

We’ve trained thousands of healthcare students and employees since 2018 and look forward to providing classes that are efficient, affordable, and instructor led with real hand-on practice.

Register for a Class:

See Class Schedule to Register

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Healthcare CPR: Why It’s Essential for Healthcare Employees

Why Healthcare CPR Certification is Crucial:

  1. Lifesaving Skills: CPR and AED training provides critical support to individuals experience cardiac arrest until further more advanced medical help arrives.
  2. Requirement for Healthcare Students and Healthcare Employees: Many hospitals, clinicals, and other healthcare related employers require healthcare level CPR/AED certification as a requirement for employment.
  3. Up-to-Date Knowledge: CPR guidelines change (about every 5 years or so) and the certification ensures that as healthcare professionals we are always updated within the latest practices to increase survival rates.

Benefits of Healthcare CPR Certification:

  • Improved Patient Safety – Having certified staff on hand means that patients in medical facilities receive immediate, life-saving care. Increasing patient outcome.
  • Career Advancement – Many healthcare roles require CPR certification, and having it can open doors to new job opportunities.
  • Confidence in Emergencies: Knowing how to perform CPR and use an AED correctly gives healthcare employees confidence in high-pressure situations.

Who Needs Healthcare CPR Certification?

  • Doctors, Nurses
  • EMT, EMS
  • Medical Assistants
  • CNA, PCA, and Homecare staff
  • Medical Transporters
  • and more

CPR4LIFE USA aligns with the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association to assure our courses meet nationally recognized standards!

Healthcare CPR certification is more than just a job requirement – It’s a vital skills that every healthcare employee should possess. If you are in the medical/healthcare field, make sure your certification is up-to-date and choose a program that fits your needs.

Are you ready to register for a course? CPR4LIFE USA offers courses certified by the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association. Click here to register https://cpr4lifeusa.com/join-a-course/

Group training is also available for your workplace, inquire by emailing info@cpr4lifeusa.com