Can I Renew PALS With Self-Guided Learning?

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

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 Heart Association calls this Self-Guided PALS pathway HeartCode Complete PALS. It combines comprehensive online learning with hands-on skills practice and testing at a CPR Verification … Read more

Can I Renew ACLS With Self-Guided Learning?

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

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, applicable ACLS training can include required online learning followed by a Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station. During the hands-on portion, you complete … Read more

Can I Renew My BLS Certification With Self-Guided Learning?

Healthcare professional performing CPR on an adult manikin during a Self-Guided BLS Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station.

Yes. You can complete American Heart Association BLS training for renewal through an applicable Self-Guided Learning pathway without sitting through a traditional instructor-led classroom course. At Citywide CPR, eligible participants can complete the appropriate BLS learning requirements and then attend a Self-Guided Skills Session at a CPR Verification Station for the required hands-on portion. During … Read more

Can You Renew BLS Online? What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know

Healthcare professional completing American Heart Association BLS online coursework before a hands-on skills session at Citywide CPR.

Can you renew BLS online? If your employer requires an American Heart Association BLS credential, you can complete the online learning portion through an approved blended-learning pathway, but the complete certification process also includes required hands-on skills verification. That distinction is important. A course advertised simply as “100% online BLS certification” may not satisfy the … Read more

My BLS Certification Expired—What Do I Do Next?

Healthcare professional receiving an American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard after completing CPR certification at Citywide CPR.

If your BLS Certification expired, the most important thing to do is verify what your employer requires and begin the appropriate American Heart Association BLS course as soon as possible. An expired BLS card does not mean you should simply purchase an unofficial online CPR card or assume that your previous certification is still acceptable. … Read more

My BLS Certification Expired—What Do I Do Now? How to Get Certified Again Quickly

Healthcare professional performing CPR on an adult manikin during an American Heart Association BLS skills session.

If you just looked at your BLS card and realized your BLS Certification expired, don’t panic—but don’t ignore it either. The most important next step is to determine what your employer, school, or clinical program requires and begin the American Heart Association BLS Certification process as soon as possible. If your workplace requires a current … Read more

Can I Renew My BLS Certification Online? What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know

Healthcare professional completing online BLS coursework on a laptop before an American Heart Association hands-on skills session.

If your BLS card is approaching expiration, you may be searching for the fastest and most convenient way to renew it. One of the most common questions healthcare professionals ask is: Can I renew my BLS Certification online? The short answer is: you can complete the online portion of an American Heart Association BLS course … Read more

Can You Complete BLS, ACLS, and PALS in One Visit? Save Time with Citywide CPR’s Triple Bundle

Healthcare professional preparing to complete American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification during one visit through Citywide CPR's Triple Bundle.

Healthcare professionals often maintain multiple certifications throughout their careers. Depending on your role, you may need to keep American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certifications current to meet employer, licensing, or clinical requirements. Scheduling three separate appointments, however, can be time-consuming and inconvenient. That’s why many participants choose to complete all three certifications during … Read more

Is It Better to Renew BLS and ACLS Together? Benefits of Citywide CPR’s Double Bundle

Healthcare professional preparing to renew American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications together through Citywide CPR's Double Bundle program.

If both your American Heart Association BLS Certification and ACLS Certification are approaching expiration, you may be wondering whether it makes sense to renew them separately or complete both certifications during the same visit. For many healthcare professionals, renewing BLS and ACLS together is the most efficient option. Combining certifications can save time, reduce scheduling … Read more

Why Regular CPR Renewal Helps Healthcare Teams Deliver Safer Patient Care

Maintaining current American Heart Association CPR Certification is about much more than meeting employer requirements. For healthcare professionals, CPR Renewal is an opportunity to reinforce lifesaving skills, strengthen clinical confidence, and stay aligned with the latest evidence-based resuscitation guidelines. Whether you’re renewing your BLS Certification, ACLS Certification, or PALS Certification, ongoing training helps ensure you’re … Read more