American Heart Association Training

BLS TRAINING

Basic Life Support Training for Healthcare Professionals

On-Site Group Training • 6-Person Minimum

BLS Training for Healthcare Professionals

NIEMT provides Basic Life Support (BLS) training for healthcare professionals, first responders and other trained personnel who need healthcare-provider level CPR training. Our instructors bring professional, hands-on training directly to your healthcare facility, workplace or organization.

We Come to You

NIEMT provides BLS group training at your facility or organization. We do not currently operate a public classroom location for individually scheduled BLS classes.

Minimum of 6 participants required for an on-site class.

Who Should Take BLS?

BLS is intended for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need CPR and basic cardiovascular life-support skills in a healthcare or emergency-response setting.

Nurses & Physicians

Clinical professionals who may respond to cardiac or respiratory emergencies.

EMTs & Paramedics

Prehospital professionals who require healthcare-provider CPR training.

Dental Professionals

Dentists, hygienists, assistants and other dental-office personnel who require BLS certification.

Medical Office Staff

Medical assistants and other clinical staff who may need BLS for employment or professional requirements.

Firefighters & Responders

Public-safety and emergency-response professionals who provide care during medical emergencies.

Healthcare Students

Students entering clinical environments when BLS certification is required by their program or facility.

What BLS Training Covers

BLS training emphasizes high-quality CPR and effective response to life-threatening cardiovascular emergencies.

High-quality CPR
Adult, child and infant CPR
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use
Recognition of cardiac arrest
Effective ventilation and airway skills
Team-based resuscitation skills
Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction
Hands-on CPR and skills practice

BLS Training Options

NIEMT offers options to help organizations complete required BLS training efficiently.

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Instructor-Led BLS

An NIEMT instructor comes to your location to conduct the BLS course with your group, including instruction, hands-on practice and skills evaluation.

HeartCode BLS + Skills

Participants complete the eligible online HeartCode BLS coursework and then complete the required hands-on skills session with NIEMT.

On-Site Training Made Easy

Your team stays at your location. NIEMT brings the training to you.

NIEMT Provides

  • Qualified BLS instructor(s)
  • CPR training manikins
  • AED training equipment
  • Course instruction and hands-on practice
  • Skills evaluation
  • Course administration and certification processing

Your Organization Provides

  • A suitable room or training space
  • A minimum of 6 participants
  • Tables and chairs as appropriate for the class
  • A contact person to coordinate scheduling
  • Access to the training area before class for setup

Scheduling an On-Site BLS Class

Convenient Training at Your Location

NIEMT works with healthcare facilities, dental offices, medical practices, EMS agencies, businesses and other organizations to coordinate BLS training for their teams.

A minimum of 6 participants is required to schedule an on-site BLS class. For larger groups, NIEMT can help determine the appropriate class structure, instructor staffing and schedule.

Daytime, evening and weekend scheduling may be available based on instructor availability.

6-Person Minimum We Come to You Flexible Scheduling Group Training

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I come to NIEMT for a BLS class?

NIEMT does not currently operate a public classroom location for individually scheduled BLS classes. Our group classes are conducted on-site at the requesting organization's facility.

How many people do we need to schedule a class?

A minimum of 6 participants is required to schedule an on-site BLS class.

Can NIEMT train a large group?

Yes. Contact NIEMT with your approximate group size and scheduling needs. We can help determine an appropriate class structure and schedule.

Do you offer evening or weekend classes?

Evening and weekend scheduling may be available based on instructor availability.

Does NIEMT bring the training equipment?

Yes. NIEMT brings the CPR training equipment needed for the scheduled BLS course. Your organization provides an appropriate space for the class.

Do you offer HeartCode BLS skills sessions?

Yes. HeartCode BLS blended-learning options are available. Participants complete the required online portion and then complete their hands-on skills session with NIEMT.

Schedule BLS Training for Your Team

Have 6 or more participants who need BLS training? Contact NIEMT to discuss your group size, location and preferred dates. We'll work with you to coordinate an on-site class for your organization.

contact@niemt.com   •   314-807-6961
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