Course Detail: BLS1 - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

The Basic Life Support course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.

In this instructor-led course, students participate in simulated clinical scenarios and learning stations. Students work with an AHA BLS Instructor to complete BLS skills practice and skills testing. Students also complete a written exam.

BLS Target Audience

Q: Who is the intended audience for the BLS Course?

A: The AHA's BLS Course is designed for healthcare providers caring for patients both in prehospital and in-facility environments.

Q: What does the term "in-facility" mean?

A: In-facility refers to healthcare providers who work in a hospital, clinic, or other healthcare facility including a dentist office, skilled nursing, and assisted-living facilities.

This CPR class is a requirement for students enrolled in the Dakota Nursing Program. Nursing Students: If calling to register over the phone, please indicate you need a Basic Life Support class. A refund will not be provided for attendance in the wrong course.

Students will receive a certification e-card via email. Click here for instructions on claiming your e-card.

Businesses/Facilities needing employees trained may inquire about scheduling a special course at 701-662-1578 or LRSC.trainnd@LRSC.edu.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation more than 5 days prior to start of training results in a 25% cancellation fee based on the class fee. Cancellation 5 days or less to the start of training results in no refund.


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