Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification near Phoenix, Arizona
Get BLS certified with a trainer who’s taught over 4,000 people — not a screen, not a video, a real instructor who answers your questions.
At The Heart Start, we do BLS certification differently.
No empty offices.
No clicking through modules alone.
Just hands-on training with an AHA-certified instructor who makes sure you leave confident — not just certified.
- Location: Tempe (15 Mins from downtown Phoenix)
- Duration: 4 hours
- Certification: Same-day AHA BLS card
Why Healthcare Workers Choose The Heart Start
You’ve got options for BLS certification in Phoenix. Here’s why medical professionals keep choosing us:
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Book online, drive to an empty room
Greeted by name, real classroom environmentMeet Your Instructor: Patrick Su
- Over 4000 Students Trained
- 5.0 Google Rating
- AHA-aligned training Site owner
Patrick isn’t just certified — he’s dedicated.
As the owner and operator of The Heart Start, every class gets his full attention.
No assistants. No rotating staff.
Just consistent, quality instruction from someone who’s made CPR training his career.
What You’ll Learn
Our BLS course covers everything the American Heart Association requires — plus the practical nuances that make you actually ready for an emergency:
Adult, Child & Infant CPR
Two-rescuer techniques, compression-ventilation ratios, AED operation
High-Quality CPR Skills
Depth, rate, recoil — practiced until you get it right.
Team Dynamics
Healthcare provider scenarios, coordinated resuscitation
Real-World Application
Not just “check the box” — understand when and why these skills matter
Who Needs BLS Certification?
Nurses and nursing students
Physicians and medical residents
EMTs and paramedics
Dental hygienists and dentists
Physical and occupational therapists
Anyone working in a healthcare setting
Upcoming Class Dates
Why The Heart Start Beats Online-Only Options
Let’s be honest — there are cheaper, faster options out there.
But if you’re learning to save a life, shouldn’t a real person teach you?
Serving Arizona Communities
Phoenix BLS FAQs
Two years.
We offer renewal courses that refresh your skills faster than initial certification.
BLS includes CPR plus additional healthcare provider skills like team dynamics and advanced airway training.
Most healthcare jobs specifically require BLS, not just CPR.
Just yourself.
We provide all equipment, materials, and your certification card.
Yes — free parking right at our Tempe location, no meters, no garages.
Ready to Get Certified?
Classes fill up — book early to secure your spot.
Related Courses
- Heartsaver CPR/AED — For laypeople and non-medical professionals
- ACLS Certification — Advanced Cardiac Life Support for healthcare providers
- PALS Certification — Pediatric Advanced Life Support
The Heart Start
- AHA-Aligned Training Site
- 4,000+ Students Taught
- 5-Star Rated