Basic Life Support (BLS) Course
In the critical minutes following a cardiac or respiratory arrest, the quality of Basic Life Support (BLS) is the single most significant factor in patient survival. At Moon River Nursing Careers, our 3-hour intensive course is strictly aligned with the latest American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care, ensuring you receive the highest level of evidence-based training available. Our curriculum is designed to transform healthcare providers and students into confident, “rescue-ready” responders who can execute the AHA Chain of Survival with precision.
Basic Life Support (BLS) refers to the immediate care provided during life-threatening emergencies until advanced medical treatment is available. It focuses on early recognition and rapid response, which are two factors strongly linked to improved survival outcomes in cardiac and respiratory emergencies.
BLS training includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and techniques to relieve airway obstruction in adults, children, and infants. Receive your certification within 24 hours after completing the course!
Duration
3 Hours
Tuition
$75
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
What’s included in the Course?
100%
In-Person Classroom (6-9 PM)
Best for new learners. An AHA instructor leads the entire experience: video, didactic review, hands-on practice, and the final exam.
2-Part
Blended Learning
Best for renewals. Complete the online portion at your own pace, then join us for an in-person skills check.
Why Earn Your BLS Certification?
Professional Standard
BLS is the "gold standard" certification required for healthcare professionals, including nurses, EMTs, and physicians, ensuring a high-quality team response.
Proven Impact
In the U.S. alone, nearly 356,000 out-of-hospital and 292,000 in-hospital cardiac arrests occur annually.
Critical
Need
Survival rates remain low, making bystander intervention and professional BLS skills vital for community health.
AHA 2030
Impact Goals
By earning your certification, you contribute to the global goal of increasing bystander CPR rates to over 50% and doubling public AED use.
Who Benefits From This Course?
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Healthcare Professionals including nurses, nursing assistants, EMTs, and any medical staff who require the "gold standard" certification for clinical practice.
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Pre-Med & Pre-Health Students seeking to strengthen applications with high-quality resuscitation skills required by medical and nursing schools.
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Lay Rescuers & Community Members motivated to improve survival rates in public and private settings through bystander CPR and AED use.
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Dental Professionals and office staff who need to maintain State Board compliance and ensure patient safety during clinical procedures.
Basic Life Support Curriculum
This course is built upon the 2025 American Heart Association (AHA) standards for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. Instruction includes guided practice in CPR, AED use, and emergency response for adults, children, and infants. Students are assessed by instructors who provide direct feedback and ensure each participant can confidently perform life-saving skills.
Key Course Objectives
- High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- Recognition of cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, and choking
- Safe and effective use of an AED
- Proper delivery of rescue breaths and ventilations
- Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction
- Team-based response during multi-rescuer scenarios
Core BLS Modules
Recognition & Initiation 3 Components
- Rapid Assessment: Identifying unresponsiveness and abnormal/agonal breathing.
- Emergency Activation: Protocols for activating the emergency response system.
- Opioid Protocols: Use of naloxone during respiratory or cardiac arrest.
High-Quality CPR Skills 4 Components
- Adult CPR: Master compression depth (2-2.4 in) and rate (100-120 bpm).
- Pediatric BLS: Age-specific techniques for infants and children.
- Rescuer Positioning: Optimal body mechanics to avoid rescuer fatigue.
- Defibrillation: Safe and efficient application of AED pads.
Advanced Scenarios 3 Components
- Airway Management: 1 breath every 6 seconds for respiratory arrest with a pulse.
- FBAO Management: The 5-and-5 technique for severe choking (back blows and abdominal thrusts).
- Team Dynamics: Leading or supporting a high-performance resuscitation team.
Upcoming Basic Life Support Classes:
We offer a 3-hour evening class, as well as a hybrid option, requiring just a single hour for a skills check-off once online training has been completed.
Weekday Evening
Hybrid Learning
If a session is cancelled due to inclement weather a make-up class will be scheduled.
Call us at (919) 240-4510 for more information.
Requirements
Tuition
Course Investment
Total Basic Life Support (BLS) Course Fee
Payment in Full – Tuition and all applicable fees paid at registration.
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- Official Certification: AHA BLS Provider eCard (valid for 2 years).
- High-Quality CPR: Mastery of 2025 AHA compression and ventilation metrics.
- Technical Training: Hands-on practice with AEDs, bag-mask devices, and Narcan.
- Emergency Scenarios: Training for Adult, Pediatric, and Infant life-saving care.
- Expert Clinical Insight: Instruction from a former paramedic with years of experience.
- Team Dynamics: Coordination skills for high-performance multi-rescuer response.
Why Moon River Nursing Careers
AHA-Authorized Curriculum
We provide official American Heart Association (AHA) training. Our course covers the latest Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC), ensuring your certification is recognized by all major hospitals and healthcare employers.
High-Intensity Skills Practice
BLS is a physical skill. We maximize “hands-on time” with high-fidelity manikins, focusing on:
- High-Quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
- AED Automation and integration
- Team Dynamics and multi-rescuer resuscitation
Stress-Free Testing Environment
We believe the best learning happens when students feel supported. Our experienced instructors guide you through the skills check and written exam with clear coaching, ensuring you leave feeling confident in your ability to save a life.
Small Class Sizes & Individual Support
Our smaller class sizes allow for personalized instruction, one-on-one support, and focused skills validation. We are committed to helping every student feel prepared and confident.
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