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American Heart Association Courses
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3 hr
65 US dollars
Course OverviewHeartCode BLS: $41 skills session + $38 AHA online course, purchased separately. $79 total.
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30 min
41 US dollars
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5 hr
350 US dollars
Same-Day American Heart Association Certification
Earn your AHA eCard the same day after successful completion. Choose classroom CPR/BLS training in St. Petersburg or complete the online coursework before your in-person skills session. BLS Instructor certification requires completion of the course, monitoring and all instructor requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in CPR certification and renewal?
CPR Buddy’s American Heart Association CPR training covers adult, child, and infant CPR, AED use, and choking relief. Eligible students receive a two-year AHA eCard after successful completion.
Can CPR certification be completed online?
Yes. Complete the appropriate American Heart Association online course, then finish the required hands-on skills session with CPR Buddy.
Where are CPR classes offered and what do they cost?
Classroom CPR certification is offered in St. Petersburg, and mobile group training is available across Tampa Bay. Classroom certification is $65; the online course plus skills session totals $79.
Who needs American Heart Association BLS certification?
BLS is commonly required for nurses, EMTs, medical assistants, dental professionals, CNA students, and others working in clinical healthcare settings.
Can I renew BLS certification or complete HeartCode online?
Yes. Choose a full classroom BLS course or complete HeartCode BLS online followed by the required hands-on skills session. Eligible students receive an AHA eCard after successful completion.
What is the difference between BLS and CPR?
BLS includes healthcare-focused skills such as two-rescuer CPR, AED use, and rescue breathing. General CPR courses are designed more broadly for workplaces and the public.
How do I become an AHA BLS Instructor?
Complete CPR Buddy’s AHA BLS Instructor training in St. Petersburg. The course prepares qualified candidates to teach CPR, BLS, First Aid, and Heartsaver courses.
What are the prerequisites for BLS Instructor training?
A current BLS Provider certification is required before registration. Additional instructor requirements and monitoring are explained on the course page.
When are instructor classes held and what does certification cost?
Classes are scheduled throughout the month; check the current calendar for available dates. Tuition is $350 and includes monitoring and the AHA BLS Instructor eCard.
BLS Instructor Courses Near You – AHA Certified
Train once. Teach for years. CPR Buddy offers AHA-certified BLS Instructor training at our St. Petersburg location — easily accessible from the cities listed below. If you're searching for a BLS Instructor course near you, our streamlined, one-day program prepares you to teach CPR, First Aid, and BLS courses with confidence.
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Mobile CPR Training Across Tampa Bay and Nearby Communities
CPR Buddy provides mobile American Heart Association CPR, BLS, and First Aid training throughout Tampa Bay and nearby Florida communities. Choose your city below to explore local certification options, or request on-site group training at your location.
Counties We Serve
DeSoto County
Hardee County
Hernando County
Hillsborough County
Manatee County
Pasco County
Pinellas County
Polk County
Sarasota County