American Heart Association
HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) For Healthcare Professionals
Earn or renew your American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification through a blended learning course that includes an online eLearning session and an in-person hands-on skills session at the Recreation Center.
Course: HeartCode Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals
Format: Online eLearning + In-Person Hands-On Session
Certification: Valid for 2 years upon successful completion
Offered: 2nd Tuesday of each month
Quick Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Course | HeartCode Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals |
| Format | Blended learning: online eLearning + in-person hands-on session |
| Eligibility | UTHealth Houston students, Rec Center members, and eligible members |
| Offered | 2nd Tuesday of each month |
| Certification | Valid for 2 years after successful completion |
| Registration | Online AHA course and Rec Center hands-on session require separate steps |
| Contact | Corey at 713-500-8427 |
Upcoming Course Dates
The course is offered on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.
| Month | Date |
|---|---|
| June | June 9th |
| July | July 14th |
| August | August 11th |
Note: A minimum number of participants must be met by the Friday before class.
How to Register: Complete Step 1 & Step 2
Complete the Online eLearning Session
Purchase and complete the HeartCode BLS Online course directly through the American Heart Association.
The online eLearning session is paid directly to the American Heart Association.
Online eLearning Fee: $37 for all participants
After completing the online portion, print your eLearning certificate. You must bring the printed certificate with you when registering for the in-person hands-on session.
Register for the In-Person Hands-On Session
Complete the Rec Center Registration Form for the in-person hands-on session.
Then bring the following to the Recreation Center:
- Printed eLearning certificate
- Payment for the in-person hands-on session
Important: Your eLearning certificate must be submitted at the time of hands-on registration.
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In-Person Hands-On Session Fee
Participant Type Fee UTHealth Houston Students $45 Current Rec Center Members $52 Eligible Members $65 -
Upcoming Course Dates
The course is offered on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.
Month Date June June 9th July July 14th August August 11th Note: A minimum number of participants must be met by the Friday before class.
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Class Times
Participants will be assigned a class time after enrolling.
Time Notes 12:00–1:00 PM For up to 6 participants 1:15–2:15 PM Opens if the 12:00 PM class is full 2:30–3:30 PM Opens if the 1:15 PM class is full Registration before the day of class is recommended.
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Before You Attend
Please make sure you have completed the following:
- Purchased and completed the HeartCode BLS Online course
- Printed your eLearning certificate
- Completed the Rec Center registration form
- Paid for the in-person hands-on session at the Recreation Center
- Received your assigned class time
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Who Can Participate?
This course is open to:
- UTHealth Houston students
- Current Rec Center members
- Eligible members