AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION & LIFE SUPPORT COURSES
Lifesaving skills. Confidence to respond.
Professional resuscitation training for healthcare providers, first responders, and members of our community.
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About our Life Support Courses
Rhode Island Community Training Center offers American Heart Association (AHA) life support courses designed to equip participants with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence necessary to respond effectively to cardiovascular, respiratory, and other life-threatening emergencies.
Whether you're obtaining your certification for the first time or renewing an existing credential, our experienced instructors provide engaging classroom instruction, hands-on skills practice, and realistic emergency scenarios.
Our courses are designed for healthcare professionals, emergency responders, workplace personnel, and individuals seeking essential lifesaving training.
Explore Our Courses
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
Our comprehensive First Aid/CPR/BLS program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond effectively to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. Available in both classroom and blended learning formats, our courses provide the flexibility to meet various training needs, covering adult, pediatric, and infant care. With a focus on learning objective such as recognizing emergency signals, performing CPR and using an AED, managing sudden illnesses and injuries, and optional modules like asthma and anaphylaxis, our program ensures participants are prepared to provide immediate care until advanced medical personnel arrive.
INITIAL & RENEWAL COURSES
Ideal for community members, EMTs, paramedics, nurses, medical professionals, and healthcare students.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Our ACLS course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to effectively manage cardiac and respiratory emergencies. From basic life support skills to airway management, pharmacology, and the management of acute conditions such as acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and stroke, this course provides comprehensive training in recognizing and responding to life-threatening situations. Participants will also learn effective communication strategies as both a member and leader of a resuscitation team, ensuring seamless coordination and optimal patient care.
INITIAL & RENEWAL COURSES
Ideal for paramedics, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in advanced cardiovascular care.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Our PALS course is specifically designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to identify and effectively manage cardiopulmonary arrest and common conditions that may lead to cardiac arrest in infants and children. Through this course, participants will develop the ability to reduce the risk of cardiac arrest, provide care to pediatric patients in a pre-arrest condition, and perform resuscitation and immediate post-resuscitation care based on their expected level of care.
INITIAL & RENEWAL COURSES
Ideal for paramedics, nurses, physicians, and healthcare providers who care for pediatric patients.
LOCATION
466 Putnam Pike
Unit 10
Greenville, RI
02828
Course descriptions are aligned with AHA's published BLS, ACLS, and PALS curricula.
Choose the Right Course for You
Initial Certification
Designed for participants obtaining their AHA course completion credential for the first time or completing the full provider course. Instruction includes essential concepts, practical skills, and required evaluations. Participants will receive an AHA certification.
Renewal & Refresher
Designed for providers looking to renew their credentials, refresh existing knowledge, and maintain proficiency in lifesaving interventions through updated instruction and hands-on skills practice. Participants will receive an AHA certification.
What to Expect During Your Training
Evidence-Based Instruction
Courses emphasize current AHA resuscitation guidelines and effective emergency care.
Hands-On Skills Training
Practice lifesaving interventions using training equipment, mannequins, and realistic scenarios.
Experienced Instructors
Learn for EMS professionals who bring real-world emergency response experience into the classroom.
Course Completion Credentials
Upon successful completion of the applicable course requirements, students receive the corresponding AHA course completion eCard, generally valid for two years.
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW LONG ARE AHA CERTIFICATIONS VALID?
AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS provider course completion cards are generally valid for two years.
DO I NEED PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE TO TAKE THESE COURSES?
BLS is suitable for any person, regardless of experience. ACLS and PALS are intended for healthcare providers who manage advanced cardiovascular or pediatric emergencies.
CAN I RENEW MY CERTIFICATION BEFORE IT EXPIRES?
Yes. Renewal courses help experienced providers refresh their knowledge and skills.
ARE GROUP CLASSES AVAILABLE?
Yes! For organizations interested in group training, contact RICTC to discuss scheduling and course options.
DO YOU DO ONSITE GROUP COURSES?
Yes, we can accommodate your group and come to your workplace if needed. Please contact us to discuss scheduling options.