HSI Basic Life Support (BLS)
The purpose of the HSI BLS training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in high quality CPR skills and teamwork for the adult, child, and infant.
HSI BLS has been approved by the HSI Medical Advisory Board and reviewed by the HSI Advisory Council.
Reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations published by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR).
Conforms with the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC and the annual Guidelines Update.
Continuing Education Hours Available: Emergency Medical Services (CAPCE) and Dental Professionals (AGD/PACE).
Course Highlights
Designed for:
Healthcare providers (in and out of hospital)
Public safety professionals in a variety of occupational settings
Individuals enrolled in healthcare and public safety career training programs
Scenario videos, full-color digital and printed materials, and clear, concise course content
2-year certification
5-hour class
$80.00/student; minimum class size of 9 students
Course Topics Include
Introduction to BLS
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Adult BLS Procedure/Assessment
Adult Compressions
Adult Airway
Adult Breathing
Adult Automated External Defibrillation
Adult CPR: One BLS Provider
Adult CPR: Multiple BLS Providers
Additional Adult BLS Considerations
Suspected Opioid-Associated Emergency
Adult CPR: Teamwork in High- Performance Resuscitation (Optional Skill Practice)
Pediatric Chains of Survival
Child BLS Procedure/Assessment
Child Compressions
Child Airway and Breathing
Child Automated External Defibrillation
Child CPR: One BLS Provider
Child CPR: Multiple BLS Providers
Infant BLS Procedure/Assessment
Infant Compressions
Infant Airway and Breathing
Infant Automated External Defibrillation
Infant CPR: One BLS Provider
Infant CPR: Multiple BLS Providers
Infant CPR: Teamwork in High- Performance Resuscitation (Optional)
Relief of Choking