All participants should ensure they have completed the steps below:
Registration and Preparation
For AHA courses, enroll via Atlas, then...
Go to the Schedule page, select your session, and register via the linked registration form.
Ensure that you submit the payment via the payment link in the form. Your registration will not be considered finalized until this step has been completed.
If you have any issues registering, contact us for assistance.
Complete the prerequisites for your course (see below).
[Optional] If you have not already done so, save 20% off retail by pre-ordering a pocket mask for only $8.00. You'll receive a FAK5000SGI Adult/Child & Infant CPR Mask in a handy carrying pouch that you can take home with you after the course.
Day of the Course
Most courses have demonstration/skill evaluation requirements; come dressed in comfortable clothes and shoes.
Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to sign in and present your certificates for eLearning (if applicable).
After the Course
Your AHA, ARC, or HSI certificate will ordinarily be sent to you electronically within one business day. In rare cases, it may take up to 5 business days to process.
If you have not received them after 5 business days, submit a request using the contact form.
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Updated 2025-03-26
AHA HeartCode BLS (Blended): For HeartCode® Blended BLS classes, attendees must complete the required Heartcode® BLS Online course. Access to the BLS provider manual eBook is included with the online course. Participants must bring proof of eLearning completion (printed or electronic) to the class. This course may be purchased from the AHA directly (Course number 20-3553) or via a reseller.
AHA Instructor-Led BLS Provider/Renewal: For non-HeartCode AHA BLS classes, participants must bring a copy of the provider manual (print preferred, eBook permitted) OR purchase one from the instructor at the start of the course. The print version product number is 20-1102 and is available from the instructor ($19.00, delivered the day of the course) or online at AHA ShopCPR ($19.00 + shipping costs charged by AHA).
Updated 2025-04-13
ARC Blended Learning Prerequisites: For all ARC blended learning courses (course name ends with -BL on the ARC website), attendees must complete the corresponding online course through the Red Cross Learning Center prior to the start of the class. The link to this course will typically be emailed on the same day following registration and payment - no separate purchase is required.
ARC Skills Session Prerequisites: For all ARC FA/CPR/AED skills sessions, attendees must complete the corresponding online course through the Red Cross Learning Center prior to the start of the class. A separate purchase for the online course is required. Participants must bring proof of eLearning completion (printed or electronic) to the class.
Updated 2024-12-17
HSI Blended Learning Prerequisites: For all HSI blended learning courses, attendees must complete the corresponding online course through the provided HSI course link prior to the start of the class. The link to this course will typically be emailed on the same day following registration and payment - no separate purchase is required.
Updated 2025-03-26