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Complete the Online Course

Finish the required American Heart Association (AHA) online coursework at your own pace before attending your hands-on skills session.

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Complete Your Skills Session

Visit our location for a quick hands-on skills session using AHA-compliant equipment with real-time audio and visual feedback.

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Receive Your AHA eCard

Receive your official 2-year American Heart Association eCard after successful completion of your skills session.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You will receive an official American Heart Association Provider eCard upon completion.

The hands-on skills session typically takes about 30 minutes.

No. The session is completed using a voice-assisted manikin that guides you through each step.

Your official American Heart Association Provider eCard is issued the same day after you complete your skills session.

Yes. This is an official AHA Provider certification and is accepted nationwide.

Students complete a streamlined hands-on skills session using AHA-compliant equipment with real-time audio and visual feedback. Most sessions take approximately 30 minutes to complete.

Yes. Citywide CPR offers flexible daily appointments designed to fit busy healthcare and professional schedules. Most locations are open Monday through Friday. Some locations are also open Saturdays.

Yes. Students can complete the required online coursework at their own pace before attending the hands-on skills session.

Yes. Once the required AHA HeartCode course has been completed, you can register for Skills Only in San Diego. Upload the appropriate HeartCode completion certificate during registration.

No. This American Heart Association (AHA) training model combines online coursework with a streamlined self-directed skills session using AHA-compliant equipment.

Renew your BLS, ACLS or PALS certification through Citywide CPR in San Diego, California. Online + Skills includes the AHA HeartCode course and skills session, while Skills Only is for participants who have already completed the required HeartCode course.

Citywide CPR offers CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification and renewal options in San Diego, California.

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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American Heart Association BLS Basic Life Support certification and renewal

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.

American Heart Association ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification and renewal training

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.

American Heart Association PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification and renewal

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

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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Healthcare professional completing a PALS Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station.

Can I Renew PALS With Self-Guided Learning?

Yes. American Heart Association PALS can be completed for renewal through Self-Guided Learning, combining self-paced online learning with a hands-on Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station. The American

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Healthcare professional completing an ACLS Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station.

Can I Renew ACLS With Self-Guided Learning?

Yes. Eligible healthcare professionals can complete American Heart Association ACLS training for renewal through an applicable Self-Guided Learning pathway instead of attending a traditional instructor-led classroom course. At Citywide CPR,

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Why Healthcare Professionals & Students Choose Citywide CPR in San Diego

Citywide CPR provides AHA-compliant BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification in San Diego for healthcare professionals and healthcare students. Our San Diego location offers flexible daily appointments, quick skills sessions, and same-day AHA eCards. We proudly serve San Diego County, including Chula Vista, National City, La Mesa, El Cajon, and Coronado.

Trusted by San Diego Healthcare Professionals & Healthcare Students for AHA BLS, ACLS & PALS Certification

Healthcare professionals and healthcare students throughout San Diego, La Jolla, Mission Valley, Chula Vista, La Mesa, El Cajon, National City, and nearby San Diego County communities trust Citywide CPR for official American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification. With a convenient San Diego training location, flexible daily appointments, self-directed skills sessions, and same-day AHA eCards, we've helped thousands of nurses, physicians, EMTs, paramedics, respiratory therapists, physician assistants, pharmacists, dental professionals, medical students, nursing students, and other healthcare providers earn their certification. Read Google reviews from participants who have trained with Citywide CPR.

Google Review

This place is amazing!! Their customer service team is so friendly and helpful. The format of the skills test is so easy to follow. They really give you all the tools you need to help you to pass. Thank you so much!!