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Become an American Heart Association Certified BLS Instructor in Riverview with CPR Buddy
Train once. Teach for years.
CPR Buddy makes it easy to start your teaching journey. Our in-person BLS Instructor course in Riverview equips healthcare providers and motivated professionals to lead CPR and First Aid classes. With certification through the American Heart Association, you’ll be authorized to teach lifesaving skills across Florida.
$350 instructor course
5-hour in-person training
✅ Course Highlights:
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No alignment fees or surprise costs
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One-day in-person BLS Instructor training
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Includes the required AHA monitoring session
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Instructor status through an authorized AHA Training Center
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Eligible to teach BLS, CPR, HeartSaver®, and First Aid
Required online course and instructor manual sold separately.
Teach BLS and Earn More – Flexible, Profitable, Rewarding!
Competitive Pricing on Certification Cards
Save more with budget-friendly options on student certification cards.
Skip Alignment Fees
Launch your teaching career without the burden of extra costs or alignment hassles.
Flexible Teaching Options:
Offer classes in-person in Riverview or virtually to meet your students’ schedules.
Certification Process
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Completion of the BLS Instructor Essentials Online & Core course. Sold separately $43.90. Duration:1 hour.
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Participation in the in-person Instructor-Led AHA BLS Instructor class. $350. Duration: 5 hours.
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Successful demonstration of BLS skills and understanding of administrative responsibilities.
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Mentored teaching experience under the supervision of an experienced AHA Instructor in our St Petersburg office within six months.
Prerequisites
1. Completion of the BLS Instructor Essentials Online & Core course. Sold separately $43.90.
Duration: 1 hour.
2. 2025 BLS Instructor Manual. Sold separately.
• eBook $50.15 — recommended for updates
• Print Manual $53.05 plus shipping
3. Current American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification.
Need a BLS Provider Card?
Explore your BLS and CPR certification options near Riverview before beginning the instructor course.
You can complete the AHA HeartCode® BLS online course for $38.
The skills session is included in your BLS Instructor course—no extra charge.
4. Strong understanding of BLS skills and concepts.
5. 18 years of age.
Clear, Predictable eCard Pricing for CPR Instructors
Knowing your costs upfront makes it easier to plan and grow your training business.
Students from Riverview often choose St. Petersburg for a straightforward certification experience, along with candidates from Brandon and Tampa.
Teach More, Earn More: 7 Course Options for BLS Instructors.
No additional paperwork required.
1. BLS for Healthcare Providers
2. Heartsaver® CPR AED
3. Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED
3. Heartsaver® First Aid
4. Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
5. BLS Renewal
6. Bloodborne Pathogens Training
7. Infant CPR
We’re proud to partner with Pasco-Hernando State College and serve instructors across Florida, including Riverview.
📍 Location Note: While our primary office is in St. Petersburg, Riverview students can easily attend nearby training or bring instruction opportunities to their community.