American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Course
Two-Part Certification | Online + In-Person Skills Session
This American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) course is designed for healthcare providers and public safety professionals. It offers critical training in responding to cardiac and breathing emergencies, including CPR, use of an AED, and more.
This is a two-part blended learning course:
Part 1 – Online Learning
The online portion will be emailed to you upon registration. It features award-winning, interactive content that you can complete at your own pace.
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Time to complete: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes for first-time learners; 55 minutes for those previously certified.
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Requirements: A high-speed internet connection and a desktop or laptop computer.
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Completion: Once completed, you will receive a completion certificate allowing you to move forward with Part 2.
Part 2 – In-Person Skills Session in Pasadena
After completing the online portion, you will attend an in-person, hands-on session at our Pasadena office, where a certified American Red Cross instructor will guide you through BLS CPR and choking scenarios using manikins.
In-Person Dates Skill Sessions Available 2026:
- Sunday September 27th at 11:30am
- Sunday October 25th at 11:30am
- Sunday November 29th at 11:30am
- Sunday December 27th at 11:30am
Location:
American Dental and Medical Institute
988 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
Upon successful completion of both parts, you will receive a 2-year American Red Cross certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). This course meets OSHA and healthcare provider requirements and qualifies as hands-on certification.







Kim –
This class was amazing!! I was able to do everything online and my certificate was accepted by my employer