BLS Certification

Our BLS course and training materials were constructed in accordance with the latest ILCOR Standards and Guidelines and are Joint Commission (JCAHO) compliant. Save a Life Certifications’ on-staff physicians regularly review and compare all course tests and materials, updating them as needed with any changes published by ILCOR to ensure that the certification training class you receive is always up to date!

This is a common misconception. The AHA is not an accrediting body. We are accredited by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM). All courses are designed by practicing physicians, meeting the same guidelines and standards as the latest ILCOR guidelines.

The short answer — absolutely!

Our courses are made to fit the demands of your busy professional life. Many healthcare professionals are new to the concept of an online certification course because until recently, online certification was not an option. Our course adheres to the latest ILCOR Standards and Guidelines and are Joint Commission (JCAHO) compliant. Save a Life Certifications has a national acceptance rate of more than 98%.

If your employer does not recognize your Save a Life certification, or you are unhappy for ANY reason, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.

You can get BLS certification from Save a Life by following these steps: 

• Enroll in a BLS course above. 
• Complete the online course, which includes studying materials and passing quizzes. 
• Finally, pass the final exam to receive your BLS certification, which is valid for two years. 

This process is designed to be convenient, allowing you to complete the certification at your own pace.

Both BLS certification and recertification courses at Save a Life are designed to be completed in 4 hours.

After you complete your BLS course, you will receive a printable digital provider card instantly, to serve as proof of certification.

Please follow the steps below to download the BLS provider card:

1. Log in to your account.

2. From your account “Dashboard” select the “My Completed Courses” tab.

3. From there, you can hit “DOWNLOAD CARD” or “DOWNLOAD CERTIFICATE”.

4. If you prefer a hard copy of your card, hit “RECEIVE PRINTED CARD”.

5. Fill out all information needed. Ensure your current mailing address is exact and current. Then press “Submit”.

6. You will receive your printed card via mail within 5-7 business days for a domestic address and 2 to 3 weeks for an international address.

Your provider card will display your name, the Save a Life Certifications logo, course completion date, expiration date, our course provider number, and validating signature.

Included with your course is our Provider Handbook in PDF format for fast, convenient study anywhere. You are able to access your course material at any time, from your internet-connected computer, smartphone, or tablet, through your Save a Life Certifications account. If you prefer to have a physical copy with you, you are able to save and print your manual as well. No in-person skills test is required, and all training materials are included with our course.

Our Basic Life Support (BLS) courses are eligible for up to 4 AMA Category 1 Credits™ for certification and recertification. The Postgraduate Institute of Medicine (PIM), an accredited provider, has reviewed Save a Life Certifications’ Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Course and Basic Life Support (BLS) Recertification Courses. 

Full accreditation information can be found here.

You can renew your BLS certification here on this page. Just scroll to the top of the page and you will find an option to recertify your BLS course. This online renewal process is designed to be convenient and flexible, allowing you to update your certification according to the latest guidelines from anywhere, at your own pace.

No, ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) builds on top of BLS (Basic Life Support). BLS teaches fundamental skills like CPR and AED use, while ACLS dives deeper into advanced interventions for critical situations.

Think of BLS as the foundation and ACLS as the advanced tools you use on that foundation.

No worries! You are not penalized if you do not successfully pass your certification exam on your first attempt. Your results are available in your account indefinitely for your review, and an exam recap is sent to your email address. Take all the time you need to review the study materials in your account and compare your responses to the provider handbook. When you’re ready, you may retake the exam at no additional cost.

Occupations that take our BLS courses include:

• Nurses (RNs)
• Doctors (MDs)
• Students
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistants
• Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
• Physician Assistants (PAs)
• CRNAs
• Pharmacists
• Osteopaths (DOs)
• Dentists/Dental Hygienists
• CNAs
• Home Care Providers
• Daycare providers/Caregivers

For your security and peace of mind, all of our courses include a 100% money-back guarantee. If you are unhappy with our course for any reason, you can contact us for a full refund of your purchase (minus any shipping and material fees).