In-Person BLS Certification Classes (Instructor-Led Training)
Project Heartbeat offers hands-on, instructor-led American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification at our Oakland and Sacramento training centers.
This format is ideal for students who prefer live instruction, immediate feedback, and guided CPR skills practice.
In-person BLS includes complete CPR and AED training for adults, children, and infants, along with written and skills testing required to earn the AHA BLS Provider eCard (valid for 2 years).
Why Choose In-Person BLS Training?
In-person learning provides real-time feedback and hands-on practice—making it the preferred format for first-time BLS learners and students who want instructor support during skills practice.
Benefits of Classroom Training:
- Direct guidance from an AHA-certified instructor
- Hands-on CPR and AED practice with professional equipment
- Immediate correction and coaching on technique
- Realistic scenarios that prepare you for clinical environments
- Ideal for students who learn best face-to-face
If you want the most supported learning experience, the in-person modality is the strongest choice.
What You’ll Learn in the In-Person BLS Course
Training follows the most current AHA BLS curriculum and includes:
- High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- AED operation and safety procedures
- 1-rescuer and 2-rescuer CPR
- Bag-mask ventilation and airway support
- Relief of choking
- Recognition of respiratory and cardiac emergencies
- Team-based resuscitation and communication
- Written exam + hands-on skills testing
This course covers all professional-level CPR skills used in healthcare settings.
Who Should Take In-Person BLS?
Also suitable for:
- Dental professionals
- Therapists and imaging techs
- Hospital support staff
- Caregivers and community responders who need professional-level CPR
Where We Teach In-Person BLS
Oakland Training Center
333 Hegenberger Rd, #855
Oakland, CA 94621
Sacramento Training Center
2033 Howe Ave Suite, #150
Sacramento, CA 95825
Frequently Asked Questions (In-Person BLS)
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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?
What’s the Difference Between ACLS and BLS Certification?
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.
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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?
