Basic Life Support and CPR/AED training

BLS techniques include recognizing and responding to emergency situations, calling for help, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), using automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and providing basic airway management and breathing assistance. BLS is typically provided by trained medical professionals or bystanders until advanced medical care can be obtained.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.