First In Last Out Medical Response American Heart Association (AHA) class calendar describes upcoming courses for professional and lay resuscitation training, including dates, times, and locations for classes like Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). The calendar lists both instructor-led and blended (online + in-person skills session) formats for these courses, which are designed to teach high-quality CPR and emergency response techniques for heart and stroke emergencies.
What to Expect
- Course Types:
A calendar will list classes for various needs, such as:
- BLS (Basic Life Support): For healthcare professionals who need to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies.
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support): Builds on BLS, focusing on advanced management of cardiac arrest, stroke, and other cardiovascular events.
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): For healthcare providers managing pediatric emergencies.
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED: For the general public and lay rescuers.
- Formats:
Courses may be offered in different formats:
- Instructor-Led: Traditional in-person courses with hands-on instruction.
- Blended Learning: Combines online learning for theoretical concepts with a required in-person skills session for practical application and certification.
- Key Information:
Each listing typically includes:
- Course Name: e.g., "AHA BLS Provider Course".
- Date and Time: Specific scheduling details.
- Location: The venue for the in-person portion of the course.
- Format: Instructor-led or blended.
- Purpose:
The courses equip participants with the knowledge and skills to perform high-quality CPR, manage complex cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies, and work effectively in high-performance teams.
Certification:
Successful completion leads to an official AHA E-Card, which is a recognized certification.
Where to Find a Calendar
You can find the AHA's class calendars and registration information on their official websites, such as cpr.heart.org and professional.heart.org. These calendars are designed for both healthcare professionals and community members to find relevant training opportunities.