Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR
Train with Vital CPR – Serving the Tri-Cities of TN/VA
At Vital CPR, we offer the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) course designed specifically for healthcare professionals who need to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies — both in and out of clinical settings.
Our BLS training prepares you to confidently provide CPR, use an AED, and assist choking victims with safe, timely, and effective techniques. Whether you work in a hospital, clinic, or community setting, Vital CPR will give you the knowledge and skills you need to act quickly when every second matters.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Nurses, CNAs, and other healthcare workers
- EMTs, paramedics, and first responders
- Medical students and nursing students
- Dental professionals
- Physical/occupational/respiratory therapists
- Radiology technologists
- Anyone working in a clinical or caregiving setting
Our BLS certification course is based on the latest science from the 2020 AHA Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. During training, you will cover:
What You Will Learn
- Critical concepts of high-quality CPR
- The American Heart Association Chain of Survival
- 1-Rescuer CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants
- 2-Rescuer CPR and AED techniques for all age groups
- Differences in rescue techniques for adults, children, and infants
- Bag-mask ventilation for adults, children, and infants
- Rescue breathing techniques
- Relief of choking for adults, children, and infants
- Introduction to CPR with an advanced airway (compression/ventilation ratios)
- Opiod overdose and team dynamics
You will also learn how to stay calm under pressure and deliver care effectively, no matter the situation.
Certification Details
Upon successful completion of the course — including hands-on skills testing and written assessment — you will receive your official American Heart Association 2-Year eCertification Card the same day.
This certification meets OSHA requirements and is accepted nationwide by hospitals, healthcare facilities, and employers.