HeartCode is the online portion of BLS, ACLS, or PALS blended learning that will prepare students for hands-on practice and testing of skills. It uses a personalized adaptive algorithm that sets students on the most efficient path to content mastery. Students follow a continuously adapting learning path that is personalized by their own inputs: their performance, and their self- reported confidence level related to each probing question. The course content is presented in the form of self-directed learning content, probing questions, and Cognitive Assessment Activities (CAAs). After completing the eLearning component, students perform their skills with an AHA Instructor or a HeartCode compatible manikin that provides real-time audio and visual feedback. Students must successfully complete both the cognitive portion and the hands-on skills session to receive an AHA BLS, ACLS, or PALS Provider eCard, valid for two years.

Yes, the learning objectives for both delivery methods of BLS, ACLS, or PALS Provider Courses are the same.

We offer BLS Skills Sessions by 45 minute time slot appointments. While the exact hours of operation vary by location, most of our locations accept appointments Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Yes. We require that the Heartcode BLS course be completed before you schedule the BLS Skills Session to ensure that you have the coursework done and are ready for your session.

The AHA BLS Certification includes theory (Heartcode BLS) and skills verification (BLS Skills).

 Here’s the approximate time it takes to complete each one:

 The online portion of HeartCode BLS is an adaptive learning platform which will adapt (as the name suggests) to your learning needs. If you find yourself benefiting from a more robust learning process the platform will shift to incorporate more videos, examples and practice opportunities to amplify your competency. On the other hand if you are an experienced healthcare provider, the platform will adjust to focus on knowledge verification. Depending on where you are on the spectrum of competency and confidence, Heartcode BLS can be completed in approximately 2-3 hours.

On average, the time to complete the hands-on skills session is about 45 minutes . Experienced rescuers may complete the skills in less time.

Learners arrive for their scheduled appointment to one of our training center locations and check-in using the instructions in their confirmation email.

 Your BLS Skills Session includes 6 skills:

Adult compressions
Adult ventilations
Two-rescuer adult CPR
Infant compressions
Infant ventilations
Two-rescuer infant CPR