# BLS Certification Classes in Connecticut > AHA-certified BLS Provider, Skills & Renewal classes in Connecticut. Basic Life Support for healthcare providers. On-site training. (212) 548-3284. Source: https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls/ Last updated: 2026-10-21 AHA-certified Basic Life Support training for healthcare providers. Provider, Skills, and Renewal classes available on-site throughout Connecticut. - AHA Certified - Classes From $60 - On-Site Training - 2-Year Certification ## What Is BLS Certification? Basic Life Support (BLS) is the foundation of life-saving care for healthcare professionals. BLS certification from the American Heart Association equips providers with the critical skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiac emergencies. ### High-Quality CPR Learn adult, child, and infant CPR techniques that meet AHA standards for healthcare providers. ### AED Operation Hands-on training with automated external defibrillators for rapid cardiac response. ### Team Dynamics Practice multi-rescuer scenarios and effective team communication during resuscitation. ### Choking Relief Learn to recognize and relieve choking in adults, children, and infants quickly and effectively. ## Choose Your BLS Class We offer three BLS course options to match your certification needs. Compare the [BLS Provider course](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-provider/), [BLS renewal class](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-renewal/), and [HeartCode BLS skills session](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-skills/), all taught by experienced instructors in Connecticut. ### [BLS Skills Class](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-skills/) Up to 2.75 Hours, Skills Test Only For healthcare providers who have completed the AHA BLS online course and need in-person skills testing. Bring your online course completion certificate to your skills session. $60 per person [View BLS Skills Course](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-skills/) ### [BLS Renewal Class](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-renewal/) 4 Hours, Recertification Streamlined renewal course for providers with a current or recently expired BLS certification. Includes a focused review of updated guidelines and hands-on skills testing. $70 per person [View BLS Renewal Course](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-renewal/) ### [BLS Provider Class](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-provider/) 4.5 Hours, Full Certification Complete AHA BLS Provider course for first-time certification or those without a current BLS card. Covers high-quality CPR, AED use, choking relief, and team-based resuscitation. $95.99 per person [View BLS Provider Course](https://qkchealth.com/classes/bls-provider/) ## BLS Certification Is Required For [Healthcare professionals](https://qkchealth.com/classes/healthcare-providers/) and many clinical support roles across Connecticut rely on current BLS certification to stay compliant and ready to respond. Not sure whether you need BLS or a CPR course? Read our [BLS vs CPR guide](https://qkchealth.com/resources/bls-vs-cpr/). ### Nurses & CNAs Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities throughout Connecticut. ### EMTs & Paramedics Emergency medical technicians and paramedics who need current BLS certification to maintain their licensure and provide pre-hospital emergency care. ### Dental Professionals Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants required to maintain BLS certification for their practice and licensure in Connecticut. ### Medical Students Medical, nursing, and allied health students who need BLS certification before beginning clinical rotations at hospitals and healthcare facilities. ### Hospital Staff Physicians, physician assistants, respiratory therapists, surgical techs, and other hospital-based healthcare workers requiring active BLS credentials. ### Allied Health & More Physical therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, medical assistants, and other allied health professionals across Connecticut. ## Resources for your BLS training Compare courses, find the preparation checklist for your format, and plan ahead for renewal. - [Understand BLS vs. CPR](https://qkchealth.com/resources/bls-vs-cpr/): Choosing your course · Guide Compare BLS with Heartsaver CPR AED and check which course your job or program requires. - [Prepare for your BLS course format](https://qkchealth.com/resources/bls-acls-precourse-prep/#bls-checklists): Before class · Checklists Find separate checklists for BLS Provider, BLS Renewal, and the HeartCode BLS skills session. - [Plan your BLS renewal](https://qkchealth.com/resources/cpr-renewal-planner/#planner): Renewal planning · Tool Use the Renew By date on your BLS eCard to plan your next class and download a calendar reminder. ## Explore More AHA-Certified Training All courses taught by certified AHA instructors. Available on-site for groups of 3+ throughout Connecticut. - [ACLS Certification](https://qkchealth.com/classes/acls/) - [CPR Classes](https://qkchealth.com/classes/cpr/) - [Healthcare Providers](https://qkchealth.com/classes/healthcare-providers/) - [Workplace Training](https://qkchealth.com/classes/workplace-training/) Serving [Fairfield County, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/) · [Westchester County, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/) · [New Jersey](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-jersey/) ## Need BLS Certification in Connecticut? AHA-certified BLS classes available on-site for groups of 3+ or in scheduled open-enrollment sessions throughout Fairfield County and Connecticut. - [Book BLS Training](https://qkchealth.com/contact/) - [Call (212) 548-3284](tel:2125483284) ## BLS Certification Questions ### What is the difference between BLS Skills, Renewal, and Provider classes? The BLS Skills class is a hands-on testing session for those who completed the AHA online coursework. The BLS Renewal class is a streamlined recertification course for providers with a current or recently expired BLS card. The BLS Provider class is the full certification course for first-time students or those without a current card. All three result in the same AHA BLS Provider certification valid for two years. ### How long is BLS certification valid? AHA BLS Provider certification is valid for two years, through the end of the Renew By month shown on the card. We recommend scheduling your renewal class before your current certification expires to avoid any gaps in your credentials. QKC Health offers convenient BLS Renewal classes throughout Connecticut. ### Can you provide on-site BLS training for our healthcare facility? Yes. QKC Health provides on-site BLS training at hospitals, dental offices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities throughout Connecticut and Fairfield County for groups of 3 or more. We bring all necessary equipment including manikins and AED trainers. Contact us to schedule a session at your location. ### Do I receive an AHA card after completing the BLS class? Yes. Upon successful completion of any BLS course, you receive an official American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard. This digital certification is valid for two years and widely recognized by employers and licensing boards; confirm which card your employer or licensing board requires. ## What Our Students Say Rated 5 stars on Google by healthcare professionals, teachers, and workplace teams. > "Got my BLS certification with her. She gave up to date information and gave a few useful tips to help me understand and perform properly. Very friendly and a pleasure learning from her." > > — Mook, Google Review (Rated 5 out of 5 stars) > "Took the ACLS and BLS class with her. It was a great experience. Very attentive, gives precise and updated information. Class is very engaging and fun. Will definitely recommend!" > > — Awilda Rodriguez-Paulino, Google Review (Rated 5 out of 5 stars) > "Quinee was great at explaining and made the CPR BLS certification pleasurable. A great teacher with a great attitude." > > — Izabella Lima, Google Review (Rated 5 out of 5 stars) ## Where We Teach BLS Classes QKC Health brings AHA BLS certification on-site across Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY — popular locations we serve: - [Fairfield County, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/) - [Westchester County, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/westchester-county/) - [Stamford, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/stamford/) - [Greenwich, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/greenwich/) - [Norwalk, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/norwalk/) - [Danbury, CT](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/fairfield-county/danbury/) - [White Plains, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/westchester-county/white-plains/) - [Yonkers, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/westchester-county/yonkers/) - [New Rochelle, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/westchester-county/new-rochelle/) - [Scarsdale, NY](https://qkchealth.com/service-areas/new-york/westchester-county/scarsdale/) --- Published by QKC Health LLC (https://qkchealth.com/), an American Heart Association Authorized Training Center serving Connecticut, Westchester County NY, and New Jersey. 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