How Do I Know My BLS Certification Is American Heart Association Approved?

AHA BLS certification through Citywide CPR, an American Heart Association Training Center.

If your employer, hospital, school or clinical program requires American Heart Association BLS, it is important to make sure the course you register for is actually an AHA BLS course and that you complete all applicable course requirements. A straightforward way to verify your pathway is to look for an American Heart Association BLS course … Read more

What Is BLS Certification? AHA BLS Certification Requirements & How It Works

Participant performing adult CPR compressions at a Citywide CPR Verification Station.

BLS certification is a basic life support credential that demonstrates successful completion of training in high-quality CPR, AED use, ventilation, airway obstruction response and other essential lifesaving skills. American Heart Association BLS is commonly used by healthcare professionals, healthcare students, first responders and others whose roles require basic life support training. BLS certification involves more … Read more

Why Healthcare Employers Require Official AHA Certification

Healthcare professional reviewing official American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification requirements before starting a healthcare career.

Not all CPR certifications are accepted equally by healthcare employers. Many hospitals, nursing schools, EMS agencies, dental offices, and clinical programs specifically require official American Heart Association (AHA) certification for BLS, ACLS, or PALS. Before registering for a CPR course, healthcare professionals and healthcare students should always verify which certification their employer, school, or clinical … Read more

What Does It Mean to Be an American Heart Association Training Center?

American Heart Association Authorized Training Center logo representing official BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification through Citywide CPR.

Healthcare professionals often ask who issues the certification they receive. Citywide CPR is an American Heart Association Training Center providing BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification for healthcare professionals nationwide. Whether you’re renewing an existing certification or meeting a new employer requirement, it’s important to choose a program that meets workplace standards and requirements. Our nationwide … Read more