Basic Life Support (BLS) Training & Certification

in Greater Houston

Premium CPR specializes in American Heart Association (AHA) and Red Cross BLS certification classes across the Houston Metro area — helping healthcare providers, students, and businesses earn same-day certification with confidence.

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Your Local Source for AHA & Red Cross BLS Certification in Greater Houston

If you’re searching for basic life support certification near me or bls certification near me, Premium CPR is your local, trusted provider for fast, friendly, and fully accredited training.

We teach both AHA Basic Life Support certification and American Red Cross BLS certification with convenient class times in Houston, Cypress, Katy, Spring, Tomball, and The Woodlands. Our goal is simple: help you earn (or renew) your BLS certification with confident skills, same-day e-cards, and zero hassle.

What Is BLS—and Why It Matters

Basic Life Support (BLS) gives healthcare professionals the essential skills to recognize cardiac arrest, start high-quality CPR, use an AED, and coordinate an effective team response.

Whether your employer requests bls heart association credentials or the American Red Cross BLS certificate, we have the right course for you. Students often hear BLS called BCLS certification or even “cert BLS.”

Regardless of the label, the core outcomes are the same: quick recognition, excellent compressions, effective ventilation, and strong teamwork under pressure.

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AHA Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS)

Hospitals and large healthcare systems frequently require AHA BLS. Our AHA Basic Life Support course follows the most current science and guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA).

You’ll learn:

  • Adult, child, and infant CPR with AED use
  • Bag-mask ventilation and rescue breathing
  • Choking relief for all age groups
  • High-performance team dynamics and roles

 

Upon successful completion, you receive an official AHA BLS eCard—often called an AHA BLS cert—valid for two years and accepted nationwide. If your onboarding paperwork specifies American Heart Association basic life support or American Heart Association bls, this course meets that requirement.

Prefer a hybrid format? We support bls through the American Heart Association via HeartCode (online learning) followed by an in-person skills session

American Red Cross BLS Certification

Some employers and schools prefer the Red Cross pathway. Our American Red Cross BLS certification option delivers the same core competencies with a streamlined curriculum, flexible scheduling, and a Red Cross digital card.

Graduates earn an American Red Cross BLS certificate, which also remains valid for two years. If your checklist mentions Basic Life Support certification Red Cross, BLS American Red Cross certification, or simply Red Cross BLS certification, this course is for you.

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Who Needs BLS (or BCLS) Certification?

BLS is designed for anyone working in or entering a clinical environment, including:

  • RN, LVN/LPN, MD/DO, PA, NP, and Respiratory Therapists
  • EMT, Paramedics, Firefighters, and First Responders
  • Dentists, Dental Assistants, and Oral Surgery Teams
  • Physical/Occupational Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Rehab Techs
  • Medical, Nursing, Dental, and Allied-Health Students in Clinical Rotations

If you’re in a non-clinical role (teacher, coach, childcare, workplace safety), check out our community CPR/AED & First Aid options; but if your employer specifically asks for AHA BLS certification or American Red Cross BLS certification, you’re in exactly the right place.

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AHA Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS)

Hospitals and large healthcare systems frequently require AHA BLS. Our AHA Basic Life Support course follows the most current science and guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA).

You’ll learn:

  • Adult, child, and infant CPR with AED use
  • Bag-mask ventilation and rescue breathing
  • Choking relief for all age groups
  • High-performance team dynamics and roles

 

Upon successful completion, you receive an official AHA BLS eCard—often called an AHA BLS cert—valid for two years and accepted nationwide. If your onboarding paperwork specifies American Heart Association basic life support or American Heart Association bls, this course meets that requirement.

Prefer a hybrid format? We support bls through the American Heart Association via HeartCode (online learning) followed by an in-person skills session

American Red Cross BLS Certification

Some employers and schools prefer the Red Cross pathway. Our American Red Cross BLS certification option delivers the same core competencies with a streamlined curriculum, flexible scheduling, and a Red Cross digital card.

Graduates earn an American Red Cross BLS certificate, which also remains valid for two years. If your checklist mentions Basic Life Support certification Red Cross, BLS American Red Cross certification, or simply Red Cross BLS certification, this course is for you.

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Class Format: Pick the Path That Fits Your Schedule

In-Person Provider or Renewal

Ideal if it’s your first time or you want extra coaching. Spend focused time on manikins that provide objective feedback, practice airway management, and master AED use.

Blended Learning + Skills Check

Finish the official AHA or Red Cross online module at home, then complete an instructor-led skills session. You’ll leave with your AHA Basic Life Support certification or American Red Cross BLS certificate the same day.

On-Site Group Training

Running a clinic, dental practice, or school program? We’ll come to you with all equipment. Group rates make it easy to keep your team compliant.

What You’ll Learn (and Practice) in Class

  • Rapid assessment and activation of emergency response
  • Adult/child/infant CPR with correct rate, depth, and recoil
  • AED operation and safety
  • Two-rescuer CPR and coordinated team roles
  • Bag-mask ventilation and oxygen considerations
  • Relief of choking and management of special circumstances
  • Our modern manikins provide real-time compression feedback, so you leave with the muscle memory to perform under pressure.

Renewals, Skills Checks, and Card Delivery

Already certified? Book a BLS renewal—AHA or Red Cross—and refresh your skills in a shorter session. Many students complete online learning first and schedule a quick skills appointment to receive their AHA BLS cert or Red Cross e-card the same day.

We email your digital card immediately upon successful completion, making employer submission fast and simple.

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Why Greater Houston Chooses Premium CPR

Dual Pathways

We offer both American Heart Association Basic Life Support and American Red Cross BLS certification.

Same-Day Cards

E-cards are issued upon completion of the class. No delays

Interactive Classes, Better Coaching

Individualized feedback that raises pass rates and confidence.

Flexible Scheduling

Weekday, evening, and weekend options to fit rotating shifts

Group & On-Site Training

We bring the equipment and handle the roster—perfect for clinics and dental groups across Houston.

Local Expertise

We understand what Houston-area hospitals, universities, and employers accept and prefer.

BLS certification classes available in Houston Metro Area including Cypress, Katy, Spring, and The Woodlands

Local Availability

BLS Certification in Houston, TX

Premium CPR serves the entire Houston Metro area with frequent classes near major highways for easy access from hospitals, clinics, and universities.

If you’re new to the area and searching “BLS certification near me,” our Houston schedule includes AHA BLS provider and renewal courses, as well as American Red Cross BLS certification and blended learning skills checks.

Free parking, friendly instructors, and same-day cards make it simple to stay compliant.

BLS Training in Cypress, TX

Healthcare teams and students in Cypress rely on us for quick scheduling and personalized instruction. Our Cypress sessions cover basic life support BLS certification skills—from high-quality compressions to coordinated two-rescuer CPR.

Need a skills check after HeartCode? We’ll help you finish your AHA Basic Life Support certification or American Red Cross BLS certificate in one visit.

AHA & Red Cross BLS in Katy, TX

Clinical staff in Katy appreciate convenient evening and weekend options. Whether your facility prefers American Heart Association bls or Red Cross BLS certification, we’ll confirm acceptance and issue your digital card the same day.

Group classes for dental offices and outpatient clinics are available on request.

BLS Courses in Spring & The Woodlands, TX

Nurses, EMTs, and allied-health students in Spring and The Woodlands can choose between in-person provider, renewal, or blended formats.

Our AHA BLS certification pathway is widely accepted across hospitals in the area, and our American Red Cross BLS certification option works well for schools and large organizations coordinating multiple trainees.

Tomball, TX BLS Provider & Renewal

If you work or study near Tomball, you don’t need to drive across town. We regularly host BLS provider and BLS renewal sessions here, and we’re happy to verify whether your employer prefers BLS through the American Heart Association or BLS American Red Cross certification before you book.

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How to Choose: AHA vs. Red Cross BLS

Both options teach the same lifesaving competencies. Pick the pathway your employer accepts:

  • Choose AHA if your onboarding or compliance documents specify AHA BLS, AHA Basic Life Support, or American Heart Association BLS.
  • Choose Red Cross if your school, clinic, or program lists American Red Cross BLS certification or basic life support certification Red Cross.

Not sure? Send us your requirement, and we’ll match you to the correct class so you never waste time or money.

Pricing, Scheduling, and Group Options

We keep pricing transparent and competitive for the Houston market. Individual provider and renewal seats are available daily; group rates apply for teams scheduling together.

For on-site training, we bring manikins, AED trainers, and all supplies—your team simply shows up ready to learn. Ask about BLS Skills-Only assessment if you’ve already completed the official online portion including the exam.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes. Many workplaces use the terms interchangeably. Whether your checklist says BCLS certification, BLS certification, or cert BLS, our AHA or Red Cross course will satisfy it—just verify which organization your employer prefers.

 

Content is similar, but the credentialing body differs. Some employers insist on AHA Basic Life Support certification; others accept American Red Cross BLS certification. We offer both.

Two years for both AHA and Red Cross. We can send reminders before your card expires so renewals never slip through the cracks.

Absolutely. Complete the official AHA HeartCode or Red Cross online course, then book a quick, in-person skills session to receive your AHA BLS cert or American Red Cross BLS certificate.

Yes. Successful participants receive their e-card by email before leaving—perfect for urgent onboarding deadlines.

Yes. We offer on-site AHA and Red Cross classes across Houston, Cypress, Katy, Spring, Tomball, and The Woodlands. It’s the fastest way to certify a full team.

Our American Heart Association Basic Life Support and American Red Cross credentials are nationally recognized and widely accepted; we’re happy to double-check acceptance with your facility before you enroll.

Ready to Get Certified?

When it’s time to renew your BLS certification or earn it for the first time, choose the Houston-area experts dedicated to your success. Premium CPR offers the flexibility, friendly coaching, and employer-approved credentials you need—whether that’s AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS.

Book your seat now (provider, renewal, or skills check), or contact us for on-site group training at your clinic, office, or school. Get your card the same day and the confidence to use it when it matters most.

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