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Learn BLS, ACLS & PALS on Your Schedule in the Chicago Loop
Citywide CPR offers American Heart Association Self-Guided Learning for BLS, ACLS and PALS in the Chicago Loop. Healthcare professionals and students can complete applicable cognitive learning online on their own schedule before attending a self-guided skills session at a CPR Verification Station™ learning center. At our Chicago Loop location, learners complete required hands-on skills practice and testing using American Heart Association-approved equipment that provides real-time feedback. This flexible format helps learners complete BLS, ACLS and PALS certification or renewal while balancing healthcare work, school and clinical responsibilities in downtown Chicago.
What Is American Heart Association Self-Guided Learning?
American Heart Association Self-Guided Learning enables learners to complete the cognitive learning portion independently before completing required hands-on skills practice and testing using approved equipment with real-time feedback. For BLS, ACLS and PALS, applicable self-paced online learning is followed by a Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station™ learning center. Citywide CPR provides flexible Chicago Loop skills appointments for healthcare professionals and students completing AHA certification and renewal.





