How Do I Get My CPR Certification?| Zenith Career Services
- Understand the Requirements:
BLS: Basic Life Support is often required for healthcare professionals and coversessential skills like CPR, using an AED, and managing choking. CPR can be learned byanyone, even children, to give them the tools to identify and address a cardiac emergency..
ACLS: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support includes advanced techniques andfocuses on the management of cardiac arrest, stroke, and other cardiovascularemergencies. This is a specialized skill - Find Certification Providers:
American Heart Association (AHA): This is the BLS provider that most hospitals willrequire prior to employment. It’s the most commonly accepted certification, makingit the most useful.
Red Cross: This provider will give you a certification in CPR, but not in BLS. This is agood option if AHA-approved classes are not available to you or if you do not plan touse your CPR skills for employment. - Enroll in a Course:
Zenith Career Services offers both BLS and ACLS certifications approved by the AHA.Locations are available in Stockton and Bakersfield.The American Heart Association and Red Cross websites are great resources to findclasses near you.
- Take the Courses:
Attend the classes and complete any required hands-on training. Ensure you areparticipating actively, as practical skills are a crucial part of the certification.some text
BLS classes are 4 hours & ACLS classes are 8 hours at Zenith Career Services.
Be sure to ask any questions that you have about CPR, it’s better to know than towonder!
- Pass the Exams:
BLS: Typically involves a written test and a skills demonstration.
ACLS: Usually includes a written exam and a skills test involving scenarios andpractical application. - Maintain Certification:
Both BLS and ACLS certifications need to be renewed every 2 years. Stay updated onrecertification requirements and take refresher courses as needed.
- Apply Your Certification:
Employment: With BLS and ACLS certifications, you’ll be eligible for roles inhospitals, clinics, emergency services, and other healthcare settings.
Volunteering: You can also use your skills in community settings, schools, orvolunteer organizations.
Emergencies: You never know when cardiac emergencies will happen. Being trainedin CPR can help you save the lives of your loved ones if the worst happens.