Be Prepared to Save a Life
The American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) course provides healthcare professionals and healthcare students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to respond to life-threatening emergencies. Participants will learn the latest evidence-based CPR techniques, proper AED use, and effective team-based response strategies.
Whether you're entering the healthcare field or maintaining your certification, this course meets the requirements for many healthcare employers and licensing programs.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Healthcare professionals
- Nursing and allied health students
- EMS personnel
- Dental professionals
- Medical office staff
- Anyone whose employer requires BLS certification
What You'll Learn
- High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Bag-mask ventilation techniques
- Relief of choking emergencies
- Team dynamics and effective communication during resuscitation
Course Information
Cost: $40 per person
Location:
Larry Hanna Workforce Development Center
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive an American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard, valid for two years.
