Most Common
BLS Full Course (Instructor-Led)
In-person classroom training with hands-on practice and testing scenarios.
- High-quality CPR (adult, child, infant)
- AED use + team roles
- Two testing scenarios + final exam
Healthcare & Professional Responder Training
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Built for responders who may be called on to care for a critically ill patient. Train for high-quality CPR, effective AED use, and team-based response for adults, children, and infants.
Team-Based Scenarios
Adult • Child • Infant
Instructor-Led or Blended
Choose the Option You Need
Pick the BLS path that matches your credentialing requirement and current certification status.
Online + Classroom
BLS Full Course (Blended Learning)
Complete the online learning first, then attend an in-person skills session.
- Online learning + online final exam
- In-person skills + testing scenarios
- Great for busy schedules
Already Certified?
BLS Recertification
For students with a current or recently expired BLS certification (within 1 year).
- Focused review + skills verification
- Testing scenarios
- Final exam (84% required)
Skills Validation
BLS Challenge
For experienced responders who need to validate skills and knowledge outside a full class.
- Testing scenario(s) + final exam
- Team leader role required
- Fastest route when eligible
How BLS Options Work
BLS is designed for professional responders and healthcare teams. You can take a full course, complete an online + skills blend, or (if eligible) recertify or challenge.
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Pick your path (Full, Blended, Recert, or Challenge)
Full courses have no prerequisites. Recert/Challenge require a current or recently expired BLS (≤ 1 year).
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Complete skills + scenarios (team-based)
You’ll actively participate in roles during scenarios and demonstrate competency in required skills.
3
Test and finish strong
BLS requires successful testing scenarios and a final exam score of at least 84%.
What You’ll Learn
Clear, practical, team-ready skills—built for real clinical and responder environments.
High-Quality CPR
Adult, child, and infant compressions + ventilations with a barrier device.
AED Integration
Use an AED effectively in conjunction with CPR across age groups.
Team Roles & Communication
Interprofessional teamwork skills through simulated multiple-responder scenarios.
Critical Emergencies
Recognize and manage conditions that can lead to arrest, including choking and opioid overdose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Do I need a current certification to take BLS?
Full BLS courses have no prerequisites. Recertification and Challenge options require a current or recently expired (within 1 year) BLS certificate (or equivalent).
What score do I need to pass?
You must pass the final exam with a score of at least 84% and successfully complete the required testing scenarios.
How long is the course?
Times vary by option. Instructor-led full course is designed for a minimum of 4.5 hours. Blended learning includes an online component plus an in-person skills session.
How long is the certification valid?
BLS certification is valid for 2 years after successful completion and course reporting.
Is this an American Red Cross course?
First In Safety is an American Red Cross Licensed Training Provider for our Health & Safety courses.
Can you train our hospital, EMS agency, or department on-site?
Yes. We offer hosted or on-site training for groups. Use “Request Group Training” to get started.