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American Heart Association Training
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in St. Petersburg, FL
Choose Classroom BLS or HeartCode BLS Skills — with same-day certification.
3 BLS | Basic Life Support Options
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3 hr
65 US dollars
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30 min
41 US dollars
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5 hr
350 US dollars
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Professionals
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American Heart Association Certified
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Classroom or online coursework + in-person skills
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Initial certification and renewal
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Downtown St. Petersburg classes
Hands-on AHA BLS training for healthcare professionals and students in St. Petersburg.
Same-Day AHA eCard Certification
Receive your AHA BLS Provider eCard same-day after successful course completion.
Same-Day BLS Certification
Choose Classroom BLS or HeartCode BLS
CPR Buddy offers two ways to earn your American Heart Association BLS Provider certification in St. Petersburg. Both options provide the same AHA BLS Provider eCard, valid for two years.
Classroom BLS Certification
Complete the entire BLS course in person with an instructor. You’ll receive hands-on coaching, practice CPR and AED skills, complete the required testing, and receive your AHA eCard after successfully completing the course.
HeartCode BLS: Online Course + In-Person Skills Session
Complete the American Heart Association HeartCode BLS course online at your own pace. After finishing the online portion, attend a short in-person skills session at CPR Buddy in St. Petersburg.
During your skills session, you’ll demonstrate:
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High-quality adult, child and infant CPR
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Proper AED use
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Rescue breathing and ventilation skills
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Choking response
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Two-rescuer BLS skills
Bring or email your HeartCode BLS course completion certificate before your skills session. After successfully completing the hands-on portion, you’ll receive your official AHA BLS Provider eCard.
Can BLS Certification Be Completed Entirely Online?
No. The American Heart Association requires a hands-on skills session to earn an AHA BLS Provider eCard. The knowledge portion can be completed online through HeartCode BLS, but CPR, AED and ventilation skills must be demonstrated in person.
Do Classroom and HeartCode Students Receive the Same BLS Card?
Yes. Both options lead to the same American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard. Choose the format that works best for your schedule and learning style.
Who Needs BLS Certification in St. Petersburg?
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Nurses, physicians, CNAs, EMTs, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals
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Medical, nursing, dental, and allied health students
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Professionals whose employer requires an AHA BLS Provider eCard
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First-time students and returning students renewing an existing BLS certification
What to Expect in Your BLS Class
Expect hands-on practice, personalized instructor coaching, and support before the skills test. After successful completion, you will receive a nationally recognized American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard.
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BLS Certification in St. Petersburg – Common Questions
Who needs AHA BLS certification?
AHA BLS is designed primarily for healthcare professionals and students, including nurses, physicians, CNAs, EMTs, paramedics, dental professionals, and others who need team-based CPR, AED, rescue-breathing, and choking-response skills.
What is the difference between BLS and CPR?
BLS includes CPR and team-based care for healthcare providers. Our CPR page compares the same AHA BLS class options.
When will I receive my AHA BLS eCard?
Your AHA BLS Provider eCard is issued through CPR Buddy the same day after successful completion and is valid for two years.
Where are BLS classes held in St. Petersburg?
Classes and skills sessions are held at CPR Buddy, 301 4th Avenue North, Suite 407, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, with nearby parking and bus access.
How long does BLS certification take?
The full classroom BLS course is approximately three hours. The HeartCode BLS skills session is approximately 30 minutes after you complete the AHA online course.
Can I renew my BLS certification with CPR Buddy?
Yes. CPR Buddy offers American Heart Association BLS renewal classes in St. Petersburg. The classroom course takes about three hours, and your updated AHA BLS Provider eCard is issued through CPR Buddy the same day after successful completion.