Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – AHA-Approved Classes


American Heart Association BLS Certification in Tallahassee, FL

Whether you’re a new healthcare provider or renewing your credentials, our American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification course provides the skills and confidence you need. Choose from in-person or blended HeartCode® BLS options. All students receive a same-day AHA BLS eCard upon successful completion.

  • ✅ Official AHA BLS Provider course
  • Same-day eCard after completion
  • In-person and blended formats
  • ✅ Meets hospital, licensing, and OSHA requirements
  • Weekday & weekend class options
AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification – Nurses, Doctors, Paramedics, EMT

Why Choose Our AHA BLS Classes?

Same-Day AHA BLS eCard
You receive your official AHA eCard the same day you successfully complete the course.

Flexible Formats
Choose traditional, instructor-led classroom BLS or HeartCode® BLS blended learning (online course + in-person skills).

Experienced AHA Instructors
Courses are taught by healthcare professionals with real-world clinical experience.

Meets Hospital & Licensing Requirements
Approved AHA BLS Provider class that satisfies most hospital, credentialing, and employer requirements.

Convenient Tallahassee Location
Train locally at our Tallahassee facility with free parking and comfortable classrooms.

Easy Online Registration
Reserve your seat in minutes with secure online scheduling and payment.

Who Needs BLS Certification?

The AHA BLS Provider course is designed for healthcare professionals and students who need to recognize life-threatening emergencies and provide high-quality CPR.

  • Nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and medical residents
  • Paramedics, EMTs, and other prehospital providers
  • Dental professionals and surgical staff
  • Medical, nursing, dental, and allied health students entering clinical rotations
  • Hospital and clinic staff who respond to cardiac or respiratory emergencies

What You’ll Learn in the BLS Course

Our AHA BLS Provider course emphasizes high-quality CPR and effective team response in adult, child, and infant emergencies.

✔️ High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
✔️ Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
✔️ Effective chest compressions and ventilations (mask and bag-mask)
✔️ Team-based resuscitation roles and communication
✔️ Recognition and response to cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking
✔️ Relief of choking in responsive and unresponsive victims

Course Format Options

1. In-Person BLS Certification
Attend a traditional, instructor-led class for hands-on training, real-time feedback, and practice with manikins and AED trainers. Ideal if you prefer a fully guided classroom experience.

2. Blended BLS Certification (HeartCode® BLS)
Complete the AHA HeartCode® BLS online module at your own pace, then schedule an in-person skills session to complete the hands-on portion with an instructor. Perfect for busy providers who need flexible scheduling.

Both formats result in the same AHA BLS Provider eCard, valid for 2 years.

Class Schedule & Registration

Check our live calendar for upcoming BLS classes, including daytime, evening, and weekend options.

Seats are limited. Early registration is recommended, especially before clinical start dates and renewal deadlines.

Florida Health Science Consulting
2507 Callaway Rd, Suite 205
Tallahassee, FL 32303

Questions about BLS classes?
(850) 559-1678info@healthscienceconsulting.com

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the BLS certification valid?
Your American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard is valid for 2 years from the issue date.
Is this the right course for hospital credentialing?
Yes. This is the official AHA BLS Provider Course recognized by hospitals, credentialing departments, and licensing boards nationwide.
Is there a written test and skills check?
Yes. To receive your certification, you must successfully complete both the written exam and the hands-on skills checkoff with an instructor.
What is the difference between in-person and HeartCode® BLS?
In-person BLS is taught fully in the classroom with an instructor. HeartCode® BLS is a blended format where you complete the AHA online module first, then attend a shorter in-person skills session. Both formats lead to the same AHA BLS Provider eCard.
Do I need to bring anything to class?
We recommend comfortable clothing and a valid photo ID. If you are completing a HeartCode® BLS skills session, bring your certificate of completion for the online module.

Ready to Enroll in BLS?

Join healthcare professionals across Tallahassee and North Florida who trust Florida Health Science Consulting for their AHA BLS training and renewals.

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