BLS CPR Recertification

country mom · Apr 13, 2010

Saw this post, and I know it's old. In case you haven't found a class yet, one place you can try it your local Red Cross Office (the number will be in the phone book, or go to www.redcross.org) or the American Heart Association has a function on their website where you can search for a class - http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3012360

NoviceRN10 · Apr 13, 2010

I had an instructor come to my home and recert me the last time I had to do it. It cost $65, I think?

stephaniekay717 · May 5, 2010

This might be helpful for you... CPR for Family Friends | Beaumont Hospitals

Actually, I just noticed it says this class is not a certifying or credentialing course. Sorry, but maybe it will be helpful for someone else.

Kitcatwoman · Jun 14, 2010

You may have already gotten the info you needed, but I wanted to let you know and others who might have the same question that the American Heart Association has a 2 year certification vs. the Red Cross with one year certification. You can go to American Heart's website and look up local certification centers.

If you're near commerce I used Advantage First Aid- they issue AHA. Take --------, she was very funny and made the class move quickly.

MInurse.st · Jun 14, 2010

My CPR/AED certification is from the Red Cross and it is good for 2 years.

Kitcatwoman · Jun 15, 2010

Thanks! I didn't know. When I did my research they told me it was one year. thank you!

trip2000 · Jul 2, 2010

You can renew your BLS online at the AHA website, then find a instructor to do your skills test. If that fits with more your schedule.

tonkamedic · Jul 19, 2010

Typically most clinical settings require you to have an AHA BCLS card. All EMS providers in michigan usually have an AHA instructor on staff. Contact your local EMS provider or Fire department. If they dont have an instructor they can put you in touch with who they work with for their staff.