Oakland – Rockridge, CA – BLS, ACLS, PALS and Heartsaver CPR Certifications
Project Heartbeat’s Oakland Rockridge location offers convenient American Heart Association certification options for both healthcare professionals and everyday learners.
Healthcare professionals can complete BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification or renewal using our self-guided HeartCode® CPR Verification Station. This location also features Project Heartbeat’s Heartsaver Direct pilot, offering self-service First Aid, CPR, and AED training for people who do not require healthcare-provider BLS certification.
Conveniently located on Claremont Avenue in North Oakland, near Rockridge, Temescal, Piedmont, and Berkeley, our HeartCode education center features a state-of-the-art CPR Verification Station with voice-assisted manikins for fast, self-guided skills verification.
Courses Available at This Location:
For Healthcare Professionals: BLS, ACLS & PALS
| Format | BLS | ACLS | PALS |
|---|---|---|---|
| HeartCode Complete Part 1 (online) + Part 2 (skills) |
$90 | $250 | $250 |
| HeartCode Skills Only Part 2 verification only |
$60 | $120 | $120 |
- •HeartCode Complete — includes online module (Part 1) + in-person skills verification (Part 2). AHA eCard issued immediately upon completion.
- •Skills Only — in-person skills verification only (Part 2) for those who completed the online module elsewhere. AHA eCard issued manually after skills confirmation.
For Non-Healthcare Learners: Heartsaver Direct First Aid CPR AED (Registration will be available starting October, 1 2026)
| Format | First Aid CPR AED |
|---|---|
| Heartsaver Direct Part 1 (online) + Part 2 (skills) |
$75* |
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- *Special Pilot Program Pricing. Provides the same certification as an instructor led course, but does not include the infant modules.
Book Your Class Today
Select your course in the booking form below to view available dates and complete registration. Certification is issued the same day upon successful completion of your skills session.
Why Choose Project Heartbeat’s Oakland Rockridge Location?
Convenient North Oakland Location for CPR Training
Project Heartbeat’s Oakland Rockridge location serves professionals, students, employers, and community members throughout Rockridge, North Oakland, Temescal, Piedmont, Berkeley, Emeryville, and surrounding East Bay communities.
- Convenient Claremont Avenue location near Rockridge and Berkeley
- Easy access from Highway 24 and surrounding North Oakland neighborhoods
- Open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Flexible appointment scheduling
- Self-guided HeartCode® CPR Verification Station
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification for healthcare professionals
- Heartsaver Direct First Aid CPR AED certification for non-healthcare learners
American Heart Association Quality
Project Heartbeat is an authorized American Heart Association Training Center. Courses offered at our Oakland Rockridge location follow AHA training standards and use self-guided technology to allow students to complete required hands-on practice and skills assessment without attending a traditional scheduled classroom course.
Location & Contact Information
Address: 5301 Claremont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618
Phone: (510) 452-1100
Business Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Service Area: Rockridge, North Oakland, Temescal, Piedmont, Berkeley, Emeryville, and surrounding East Bay communities
Serving North Oakland, Rockridge & Berkeley
Our Oakland Rockridge training location is conveniently positioned for healthcare professionals, students, employees, and community members throughout North Oakland and the surrounding East Bay.
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
- UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
- Berkeley healthcare facilities and medical offices
- North Oakland medical and dental practices
- Nursing, EMT, dental, and allied-health students
- Schools, childcare organizations, fitness facilities, and workplaces throughout the area
Business Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Which CPR Course Do I Need?
Choose BLS if you are a healthcare professional
BLS is designed for healthcare providers and others whose work requires healthcare-provider CPR training.
Common BLS students include:
- Nurses
- Physicians
- EMTs and paramedics
- Medical assistants
- Dental professionals
- Respiratory therapists
- Healthcare students
- Other clinical personnel
Choose Heartsaver Direct if you need non-healthcare CPR and First Aid training
Heartsaver Direct is designed for people who need CPR, AED, and First Aid training but do not need BLS Provider certification.
Examples may include:
- Teachers
- Coaches
- Workplace employees
- Fitness professionals
- Community members
- Non-clinical staff
If your employer, school, licensing agency, or clinical program specifically asks for BLS, do not select Heartsaver.
HeartCode Complete BLS Certification in Oakland Rockridge
Healthcare providers throughout Rockridge, North Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding East Bay communities can complete BLS training using the American Heart Association HeartCode blended-learning format.
BLS Skills Include:
- High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- AED operation and safety
- Relief of choking in responsive and unresponsive victims
- Team dynamics and communication
- Choice of prehospital or in-hospital contextualized track
Complete Your BLS Certification:
- Part 1: Complete online HeartCode learning module at your own pace
- Part 2: Skills verification at our HeartCode CPR Verification Station (30-60 minutes)
- Receive your AHA digital eCard immediately
HeartCode Complete ACLS Certification in Oakland Rockridge
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification for healthcare professionals managing cardiac emergencies. Our HeartCode Complete ACLS courses emphasize high-performance teams and systematic approaches to cardiac care.
ACLS Training Covers:
- High-performance team dynamics and communication
- Early and continuous high-quality CPR
- Systematic approach to cardiac arrest management
- Immediate post-cardiac arrest care
- Acute dysrhythmias recognition and treatment
- Acute stroke and acute coronary syndromes (ACS)
- Integration of BLS skills into ACLS protocols
- Choice of prehospital or in-hospital contextualized track
Complete Your ACLS Certification:
- Part 1: Complete online HeartCode learning module at your own pace
- Part 2: Skills verification at our HeartCode CPR Verification Station (30-60 minutes)
- Receive your AHA digital eCard immediately
HeartCode Complete PALS Certification in Oakland Rockridge
Pediatric Advanced Life Support training designed for healthcare providers treating pediatric emergencies. Build confidence in managing critically ill infants and children through systematic assessment and intervention.
PALS Curriculum:
- Systematic approach to pediatric assessment and recognition of emergencies
- High-quality pediatric basic life support skills
- Recognition and management of respiratory emergencies and shock
- Effective resuscitation team dynamics and communication
- Management of cardiopulmonary arrest in pediatric patients
- Choice of prehospital or in-hospital contextualized track
- Co-branded with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Complete Your PALS Certification:
- Part 1: Complete online HeartCode learning module at your own pace
- Part 2: Skills verification at our HeartCode CPR Verification Station (30-60 minutes)
- Receive your AHA digital eCard immediately
Heartsaver Direct First Aid CPR AED in Oakland Rockridge
Self-Guided CPR Training for Everyday Responders
Every year, people throughout workplaces, schools, fitness facilities, and communities need CPR and First Aid certification. Heartsaver Direct is designed to make that training more convenient by combining American Heart Association education with a self-service hands-on training experience.
At our Oakland Rockridge pilot location, eligible students can complete First Aid, CPR, and AED training without attending a traditional scheduled classroom course.
Heartsaver Direct is intended for non-healthcare learners who want to be prepared to respond when an emergency occurs.
Heartsaver Direct Covers
- Adult CPR
- Child CPR
- AED use
- First Aid skills
- Recognition and response to common emergencies
Pilot limitation: Infant CPR is not currently included in the Heartsaver Direct pilot. If your employer, licensing requirement, or personal training need includes infant CPR, please select another appropriate Project Heartbeat course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is the Oakland Rockridge Project Heartbeat location?
A: We are located at 5301 Claremont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618, convenient to Rockridge, North Oakland, Berkeley, Piedmont, Temescal, and surrounding communities.
Q: What certifications are available at Oakland Rockridge?
A: Healthcare professionals can complete BLS, ACLS, and PALS HeartCode training and skills verification. The location also participates in Project Heartbeat’s Heartsaver Direct First Aid CPR AED pilot for non-healthcare learners.
Q: What’s the difference between HeartCode Complete and HeartCode Skills?
A: HeartCode Complete includes both Part 1 (online learning module) and Part 2 (hands-on skills verification at our HeartCode CPR Verification Station). HeartCode Skills is Part 2 only – for those who have already completed the online portion through another provider and just need skills verification to complete their certification.
Q: Is Oakland Rockridge the same as Project Heartbeat’s Oakland Headquarters?
A: No. Oakland Rockridge is a self-guided training location focused on HeartCode BLS, ACLS, and PALS sessions and the Heartsaver Direct pilot. Project Heartbeat’s Oakland Headquarters at 333 Hegenberger Road offers instructor-led certification classes and healthcare career training programs including EMT, Phlebotomy, and Vocational Nursing.
Q: Should I take BLS or Heartsaver CPR?
A: If you are a healthcare professional or your employer or school specifically requires BLS Provider certification, choose BLS. Heartsaver is intended primarily for people outside the healthcare setting who need First Aid, CPR, and AED training.
Q: Does Heartsaver Direct include infant CPR?
A: Not during the current pilot. The pilot includes First Aid, CPR, and AED training but does not currently include infant CPR content. Students who require infant CPR should register for another appropriate training option.
Q: Can I take the entire BLS, ACLS, or PALS course at Rockridge?
A: Yes. With HeartCode Complete, you purchase the complete course, complete the online portion first, and then complete your required hands-on skills session at Oakland Rockridge.
Q: How long does the HeartCode CPR Verification Station session take?
A: Most self-guided sessions are completed within 30-60 minutes using our voice-assisted HeartCode CPR Verification Station technology.
Q: Do I need to complete the online portion through Project Heartbeat?
A: While we recommend our HeartCode Complete courses (Part 1 + Part 2) for the best experience and pricing, we also offer HeartCode Skills (Part 2 only) for those who need to complete their certification after purchasing Part 1 elsewhere.
Q: Is there staff on-site to help at the HeartCode CPR Verification Station?
A: Our HeartCode CPR Verification Stations are designed for self-guided use with voice-assisted manikin technology that provides real-time feedback. For scheduling questions or technical issues, contact our main office at (844) 859-5680.
Q: Do I receive my certification the same day?
A: Yes, digital eCards are issued immediately upon successful completion of your HeartCode CPR Verification Station session. If you purchased HeartCode Skills (Part 2 only), we will manually issue your card after completion of your skills verification.
Q: Is parking available?
A: Free and paid street parking is available in the area.
Schedule Your Oakland Rockridge Training
Complete your AHA training at Project Heartbeat’s convenient North Oakland location.
Healthcare professionals can schedule BLS, ACLS, or PALS HeartCode sessions, while eligible non-healthcare learners can participate in our Heartsaver Direct First Aid CPR AED pilot.
Register online to reserve your CPR Verification Station time slot.
Serving healthcare professionals throughout the United States with quality AHA certification training since 1996.
5301 Claremont Avenue
Oakland, CA 94618
Open Daily, 8:00am-8:00pm
(510) 452-1100
