Basic Life Support
We offer variations of BLS/CPR training including Hands-Only CPR, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for healthcare professionals (with First Aid) and AHA Heartsaver® CPR/AED/First Aid classes.
Register
To register for your BLS/CPR course, or get information on class offerings, attendance process and cost, call Carilion Direct at 540-266-6000 or 800-422-8482.
How to Prepare
Your registration includes a BLS/CPR course manual mailed to you. This book contains useful study materials that should be reviewed before attending class. Use these tips to prepare for class:
- BLS/CPR courses do not require a pretest or prior certification.
- All classes start promptly on time, per AHA guidelines. Students who arrive late are asked to reschedule.
Hands-Only CPR
Sudden cardiac arrest happens to anyone, anywhere and at any time during life. Sudden cardiac arrest affects 350,000 people outside of the hospital setting every year. Current survival from sudden cardiac arrest is less than 10%. Preparation may be the difference between life and death for your neighbor, colleague or loved one. The two most important interventions are bystanders providing quality chest compressions and the early use of an AED.
Would you know what to do if someone collapsed? Watch these videos to learn 3 simple steps to help save a life.
