The CPR Program
CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, which is a life-saving technique that is used in emergency situations when someone's heart has stopped beating or they are not breathing. A CPR course will teach you the necessary skills to perform CPR correctly and safely.
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BLS for Healthcare Providers
This American Heart Association BLS Provider certification training class is an in-person hands-on Advanced CPR training class for individuals who have a job-related duty to respond to emergencies. Participants learn how to recognize and provide care in respiratory and cardiac emergencies for adults, children and infants, with special emphasis on two rescuer, and Multi-Rescuer High Performance Team CPR, use of the bag mask and Automated External Defibrillator AED. This course is required for medical professionals, doctors, physicians, nurses, CNA, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician’s assistants, residents or fellows, medical students and nursing students. In the past this course has had the following names, BCLS, BLS for Healthcare Providers. This BLS Provider certification training course also meets the Advanced CPR requirement for New York Summer Camp Health Directors and trip leaders. We can also provide this course on-site at your home or workplace. If you have a group of 8 or more people, we will come to you. Discounted pricing is available for groups of 11 or more people. Please call us or fill out the form on the Workplace Training page for more information or to set up training at your location.
- American Heart Association (2 years)
- Price $100
- 3 Hours
- Family Partnership Center, 29 N Hamilton St, L07 Poughkeepsie NY 12601
- Every Saturday
- 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Program Details
Our CPR program has two simple goals: adapt to your everyday life and help you succeed. An externship is included with your CPR program to get hands-on practice, gain valuable knowledge, and apply your training through exposure in the healthcare field. When you become eligible, our team will coordinate to secure all required documentation and work to connect you with one of our participating partner sites.
What You’ll Learn
An CPR course typically teaches students how to interpret electrocardiogram readings, which are used to diagnose various heart conditions. The course may cover the following topics:
You will learn about the structure and function of the heart and lungs, and how they work together to circulate oxygen-rich blood throughout the body.
You will learn how to recognize the signs of a heart attack, cardiac arrest, and respiratory distress, such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, and loss of consciousness.
Chest compressions are a critical part of CPR, and you will learn how to perform them correctly. This will include proper hand placement, the correct depth and rate of compressions, and how to adjust your technique for infants, children, and adults.
You will learn how to perform rescue breathing, also known as mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. This technique involves providing oxygen to the person in distress by blowing air into their lungs.
An AED is a device that delivers an electric shock to the heart to restore its normal rhythm. You will learn how to use an AED and how to integrate it into your CPR efforts.
Safety considerations
You will learn how to assess the safety of the situation and how to protect yourself and others from harm during the CPR process.
Teamwork and communication
CPR is often a team effort, and you will learn how to work effectively with other responders and communicate effectively during an emergency.
Legal and ethical considerations
You will learn about the legal and ethical issues surrounding CPR, such as consent, confidentiality, and liability.