AHA BLS CPR/AED & First Aid 11/26/2025 9AM

The AHA’s BLS course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).

First aid, or the initial care provided for an acute illness or injury,

has the goals of preserving life, alleviating suffering, preventing further

illness or injury, and promoting recovery. Students are taught that first aid

can be initiated by anyone in any situation and includes self-care. General

characteristics of the provision of first aid, at any level of training,

include recognizing, assessing, and prioritizing the need for first aid;

providing care using appropriate competencies; and recognizing limitations and

seeking additional treatment when needed, such as activating emergency medical

services or seeking other medical assistance (emergency services).