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Learn more about basic life support, BLS training and certification. Find out of BLS training is right for you.

19 02, 2020

CPR in the Movies: How Accurate Is It?

2020-03-29T19:02:10-07:00February 19th, 2020|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles|Tags: |

Chances are, you've seen a movie or television show that features a resuscitation attempt. Perhaps you watched a medical drama that showed a doctor kneeling on top of a gurney frantically providing chest compressions while orderlies wheeled the gurney down the hall. You may have even seen a clumsy attempt at rescue breaths in an older movie or a simple declaration that an individual did not have a pulse without even the slightest attempt at CPR. If you are unfamiliar [...]

4 12, 2019

Can You Be Sued for Giving First Aid?

2019-12-04T07:31:12-08:00December 4th, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, Research|

In an emergency situation, your first thought is most likely going to focus on anyone who has sustained life-threatening injuries. Rushing to provide help is usually an impulse that most people have. However, after the fact, you may be concerned about whether you could be held legally responsible for the quality of care that you provided, especially if the individual has sustained life-altering injuries or lost his life. In particular, you may be wondering if you can be sued for [...]

18 09, 2019

Save Time and Money with a Continuing Education Renewal Bundle

2019-10-31T12:22:36-07:00September 18th, 2019|Categories: ACLS, Basic Life Support Articles, Education|

As a health care professional, your time is valuable. Working such a demanding job can take a toll on your mind and your body, and you need to treat your time off work as something incredibly important. Although continuing education is vital to maintaining your professional certifications and state licensure, you certainly do not want to be wasting your hours off work at multiple classes and lectures that are spread out over weeks or months. One of the best ways [...]

4 09, 2019

Is Becoming a Phlebotomist Technician Right for You?

2020-03-29T18:55:11-07:00September 4th, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, Career Programs, Education|Tags: |

They’re everywhere. In almost every hospital setting, doctor’s office, walk-in clinic or Urgent Care, you’ll find them. They patiently wait with their empty vials and syringes until a new patient needs their blood drawn and tested. They’re phlebotomists, often quietly going about their business of helping save lives. […]

26 04, 2019

The Basics of Using an AED and How to Learn More

2019-04-17T15:12:57-07:00April 26th, 2019|Categories: ACLS, Advanced Nursing, Basic Life Support Articles, Classes, CPR Training Articles, Education|

Do you know what to do in a life-threatening emergency? When someone’s heart stops, you can’t simply rely on what you’ve seen on television shows to guide your resuscitation attempts. Instead, you need solid, science-based knowledge. AEDs have proven to be the best options for saving lives in many scenarios, especially in out-of-hospital, community emergencies. By knowing how to use an AED, you can feel more confident when you’re placed in emergency situations. Plus, you can make use of the [...]

24 04, 2019

The History of CPR and Why It Matters Today

2025-11-18T14:21:05-08:00April 24th, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, CPR Training Articles|Tags: |

Learning CPR is an important part of any health-based career and is also important for many other professionals as well. Having this certification can help you feel confident whenever you're out in the community because you’ll be able to respond to life-threatening circumstances with ease. Certification may also help you get a new job or further your career and can look great on your resume. However, you may be wondering just how CPR came to be and how medical [...]

22 03, 2019

Benefits of Getting BLS Certification for Lay People

2020-03-01T20:31:16-08:00March 22nd, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, Education|Tags: |

Basic Life Support, or BLS, training shouldn’t just be dedicated to health care professionals. Many people in other professions, as well as non-working lay people, can benefit from a quick class during which they learn how to provide rescue care and use an AED until emergency personnel arrive on the scene. Are you one of them?

8 03, 2019

What’s the Difference Between ACLS and BLS Certification?

2025-10-30T10:22:00-07:00March 8th, 2019|Categories: ACLS, Basic Life Support Articles, Education|Tags: , |

Are ACLS and BLS the same thing? The short answer is no; they differ quite a bit – specifically in the level of advancement. So, what is the difference between BLS and ACLS, and which do you need? Read on to find out.

1 03, 2019

Surprising Careers for Which You Must Be BLS Certified

2019-10-31T12:22:37-07:00March 1st, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, Classes, Education|

If you are planning on being a nurse one day, you know that you will have to hold a Basic Life Support certification, or BLS certification. After all, your employer needs to know that you can give life-saving help to your patients at the drop of a hat. However, it may surprise you to learn of other occupations and jobs that require the same BLS certification. Read on to find out if you should take this important course to further [...]

22 02, 2019

Wanting to Become a Nurse? Know When to Become BLS Certified

2020-03-01T20:29:33-08:00February 22nd, 2019|Categories: Basic Life Support Articles, Career Programs|Tags: |

BLS certifications tell the world that you know how to perform CPR and perform basic life-saving techniques. If you’re planning to get into the health care field yourself, you may be wondering when you should get your certification. Is it best to get it long before you apply for your first job, or should you wait until you are accepted into a position?

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