Jun 2, 2007 by jmgrn65, RN jmgrn65 has 16 years experience as a RN and specializes in cardiac/critical care/ informatics. 1,344 Posts; 12,102 Profile Views it is CPR, you take a course through either american heart association or American red cross. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jun 2, 2007 by Shantae Are you a credible source? Add your Credentials, Experience, etc. 35 Posts; 1,513 Profile Views Oh. lol I already have it then. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jun 2, 2007 by TheCommuter, BSN, RN TheCommuter has 10 years experience as a BSN, RN and specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych. 1 Follower; 228 Articles; 27,607 Posts; 317,263 Profile Views BLS = Basic Life Support ALS = Advanced Life Support In my humble opinion, it is good to have both certifications on hand. The more you know, the merrier! 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jun 2, 2007 by feisty_lpn, LPN feisty_lpn is a LPN and specializes in HH, Psych, MR/DD, geriatric, agency. 106 Posts; 2,550 Profile Views In Ohio, they are called "BCLS" and "ACLS" and they're only offered through the American Heart Association. CPR is a different cert here. I'm going for the ACLS in October, which is the next class scheduled at the closest hospital to me. Its $150 plus $30 for the book. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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