BLS Provider Course
American heart association certified
Bls provider course
The American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider course covers a range of essential topics to equip healthcare professionals with the skills needed for effective life-saving interventions. Here is a breakdown of the course content:
High-Quality CPR
- Chest compression depth and rate
- Chest recoil
- Minimizing interruptions in compressions
- Ventilation techniques, including mouth-to-mouth and bag-mask ventilation
Use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
- Proper AED operation
- Recognizing shockable rhythms (ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia)
- Coordination of CPR with AED use
Rescue Breaths
- Mouth-to-mouth ventilation techniques
- Bag-mask ventilation techniques
Choking (Foreign-Body Airway Obstruction)
- Recognition and appropriate interventions for choking victims of all ages
Team Dynamics
- Effective communication and roles within a resuscitation team
- Coordination during a cardiac arrest scenario
BLS for Different Age Groups
- Modifications for adult, child, and infant victims
Special Considerations
- CPR techniques for special populations, such as pregnant women and victims of drowning or drug overdose
Post-Resuscitation Care
- Proper assessment and care after successful resuscitation
To qualify for the AHA BLS certification, the trainee should pass two assessments.
- Written Exam:
A written test to evaluate knowledge retention and understanding of the course material.
- Skills Assessment:
Practical demonstration of BLS techniques, including CPR and AED use
The course typically involves a combination of instructor-led discussions, video presentations, hands-on practice with manikins, and simulations to ensure participants gain both theoretical knowledge and practical proficiency in life-saving techniques. It is important for healthcare providers to regularly renew their BLS certification to stay updated with the latest guidelines and techniques in resuscitation.
Course Duration: One day
Course Fee: Rs 3500
Course completion card & certificate:
After successful completion of the course, the participant receives an AHA ecard and e-certificate
Validity: Two years
