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Medical students and healthcare providers can earn official AHA certification quickly and conveniently in San Diego. Stay compliant with AHA guidelines and gain hands-on skills through Citywide CPR’s accredited courses. Whether you’re seeking BLS certification in San Diego, ACLS certification, or PALS certification, we offer comprehensive training to help you stay prepared for any emergency.

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In San Diego, CA, CPR certification costs vary depending on the course type and training format:

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Choose Your Certification

Select from BLS, ACLS, or PALS based on your needs.

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Select Training Format

Choose between online or in-person training options.

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Complete the Course

Finish your training in 4-8 hours, depending on the course.

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Receive Certification

Earn your valid AHA CPR certification instantly.

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Looking for CPR certification or renewal in San Diego? Whether you’re a healthcare professional, teacher, fitness instructor, childcare worker, or just a caring parent, our AHA-certified CPR classes in San Diego equip you with life-saving skills, following the most current 2020 AHA Guidelines.

With over 356,000 cardiac arrests occurring outside of hospitals every year, learning CPR correctly can double or even triple survival chances. We provide hands-on, evidence-based CPR courses in San Diego, widely recognized by hospitals, nursing boards, and local employers.

Learn from San Diego’s top instructors, gain real-life skills, and make a difference when it matters most.

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BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) in San Diego, CA

Our BLS certification in San Diego is designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, EMTs, dental assistants, and physical therapists. This course covers:

Meets hospital requirements across UC San Diego Health, Scripps Health, and Sharp Healthcare.

ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) in San Diego, CA

Our ACLS certification in San Diego is tailored for advanced providers like registered nurses, paramedics, physicians, and respiratory therapists. You’ll learn:

Perfect for Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente credentialing.

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

PALS Certification (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) in San Diego, CA

For those working with children, our PALS certification San Diego provides the skills needed to manage:

Ideal for Rady Children’s Hospital staff, pediatric nurses, and school healthcare teams.

All Certifications are Valid for 2 Years!

98% First-Time Pass Rate in San Diego

Emergency medical training scenario during CPR classes

Medical students and healthcare providers can complete the HeartCode BLS, ACLS, or PALS online portion at home through AHA and Laerdal’s HeartCode Complete platform. Once finished, you can attend the hands-on skills session at Citywide CPR in San Diego to earn your official CPR certification. Stay compliant with current AHA guidelines and gain the confidence and practical skills you need with Citywide CPR courses in San Diego, including ACLS training San Diego and PALS certification San Diego.

Thousands of students across San Diego County have trusted our CPR classes in San Diego and training, including:

Instructor demonstrating CPR techniques during AHA-certified CPR class in California for teachers and healthcare professionals
Emergency medical training scenario during CPR classes

Complete Your BLS, ACLS, or PALS Certification Online & Hands-On with AHA

HeartCode Complete Hybrid Training – Official AHA Certification in San Diego

— Sarah, Lead Instructor – RN, AHA CertifieCitywide CPR – AHA-Accredited HeartCode Complete CPR courses in San Diego for Healthcare Providers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! We offer CPR certification in San Diego, including ACLS renewal in San Diego, BLS certification in San Diego, and PALS certification in San Diego. You can choose from flexible online or in-person options, and you’ll receive same-day eCards that are valid for 2 years.

Absolutely. Most healthcare, fitness, education, and childcare jobs in San Diego require valid AHA certification to meet both state licensing and employer policies.

Yes. Our classes are AHA-approved and accepted by all major healthcare systems, including UC San Diego Health, Scripps, Sharp, and Kaiser.

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Join thousands across San Diego County who trust our CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS classes. Gain life-saving skills, boost your professional credentials, and make your community safer.