If you live in AK, chances are the BLS Certification class will satisfy your job or school requirements for CPR Certification. BLS stands for Basic Life Support. Our Healthcare Provider BLS Certification classes are designed to be user friendly for everyone. It's the same professional-level curriculum that our instructors teach in the classroom. Presented in an easy to follow online class that can be taken by anyone with an Internet connection. With offer the Full Healthcare Provider BLS Class, the Healthcare Provider BLS Renewal Class, and the Free BLS Class. Our BLS Certification classes are designed for:
AEDCPR has been providing online CPR, AED, Healthcare Provider BLS, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens training to AK residents since 1999. Online education has become the preferred method among both students and educators in AK. Online learning is quickly becoming the most popular way to earn your CPR Certification.
Our Healthcare Provider BLS CPR Certification Renewal class has been rated the most popular and most accepted Online CPR Certification Class. The American AED CPR Association is #1 in online CPR training and continuing education. Our proprietary training software helps make us the leader in online medical certifications.
Our online CPR certification courses include live-action videos and interactive computer-generated animations. You will be able to practice how to use an AED or Automatic External Defibrillator. Benefits of online CPR, AED, and First Aid training include an easy learning format where you can learn CPR at your own pace, video instruction that you can replay as often as you like, and clearly illustrated graphics. Learn to save lives in this online certification course. You can work at your own pace from any location you choose. You do not need to attend a classroom.
Since 1999, the American AED/CPR Association has been offering classes for doctors, nurses, medical professionals, hospitals, schools, coaches, personal trainers, and anyone who is required to have a CPR/AED card or would just like to learn.
The CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Class is our class for CPR and First Aid certification in AK. It is designed for the professional or lay-rescuer. If covers everything you need to know to help someone in a medical related emergency. This class is designed to satisfy the AK State Requirements for CPR and First Aid Certification
The Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Class is our class for BLS certification in AK. It is designed for the professional or lay-rescuer. If covers everything you need to know to help someone in a cardiac related emergency. This class is designed to satisfy the AK State Requirements for CPR Certification
The CPR/AED Certification Class is our class for basic CPR certification in AK. It is designed for the lay-rescuer. If covers everything you need to know to help someone in a cardiac related emergency.
The Basic First Aid Certification Class is our class for basic First Aid certification in AK. It is designed for the lay-rescuer. If covers everything you need to know to help someone in a medical related emergency.
The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Class is our class for Bloodborne Pathogens Certification in AK. It covers everything you need to know to prevent and deal with exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a critical public health issue in Alaska, as it is nationwide. Each year, over 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) occur in the United States, with nearly 90% proving fatal.
Community Paramedicine Programs: Alaska has implemented community paramedicine initiatives to deliver preventive care, chronic disease management, and basic primary care, especially in underserved rural and remote communities. These programs aim to reduce the incidence of emergencies like SCA by addressing health issues before they escalate.
Public Access to Defibrillation: Increasing the availability of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public spaces and training community members in their use can significantly improve survival rates. Immediate CPR and defibrillation within minutes of an SCA can double or triple survival chances.Public Education and Training: Educating the public to recognize SCA symptoms and respond promptly by performing CPR and using AEDs is crucial. Bystander intervention before EMS arrival substantially increases survival rates.
Alaska's vast and challenging terrain presents unique obstacles for emergency medical services (EMS), often leading to extended response times, particularly in rural areas. While specific statewide data on EMS response times in Alaska is limited, rural regions generally experience longer delays compared to urban settings. Nationally, median EMS response times are approximately 7 minutes in urban areas but can exceed 14 minutes in rural locations, with nearly 10% of rural responses taking almost 30 minutes.
To mitigate these challenges, Alaska has implemented several strategies
Mutual Aid Agreements: Collaborations with neighboring emergency response agencies ensure the nearest available unit responds to a call, regardless of jurisdiction.
Air Transport Utilization: Given the state's vast and difficult terrain, incorporating air transport, such as helicopters, enables faster access to remote locations.
Technological Advancements: The use of computer-aided dispatch systems and GPS tracking helps dispatchers identify and route the closest available units efficiently.
These measures aim to enhance EMS response times and improve outcomes for SCA patients across Alaska.
Looking for an in-person certification class or do a skills check? Here are some options in AK. For more information, contact these organizations directly or visit their websites to find the most current information on class schedules, locations, and any fees associated with the courses.
Offers in-person CPR certification classes, including traditional classroom settings and blended learning options that combine online coursework with in-person skills sessions.
Anchorage, AK
REDCROSS.ORG
Provides on-site group and corporate CPR certification training in Anchorage, Eagle River, Wasilla, Palmer, and throughout Alaska. They also offer classes in Spanish for groups upon request.
Eagle River, AK
ALASKACPRTRAINING.COM
Offers a 4-hour CPR/AED and First Aid class designed to help students gain confidence in identifying and treating emergencies such as strokes, heart attacks, and cardiac arrest. Classes are held at their Anchorage facility or can be scheduled at your location.
Anchorage, AK
FRONTIERSAFETYANDSUPPLY.COM
An American Heart Association training site offering BLS CPR classes. Upon completion, participants receive a BLS Provider Course Completion Card, valid for two years.
Anchorage, AK
CPRCERTIFICATIONPLUS.COM
Offers American Red Cross-certified in-person CPR/AED and First Aid classes, as well as Basic Life Support (BLS) training for healthcare providers and public safety professionals.
Fairbanks, AK
DOUBLECSAFETYTRAINING.COM
Provides combined First Aid and CPR courses suitable for individuals seeking basic emergency response skills. They offer both in-person and hybrid (online coursework with in-person skills session) formats.
Anchorage, AK
TEAMONEALASKA.COM
Alaska has Good Samaritan laws that protect individuals who provide emergency care, including CPR, in good faith. These laws are designed to encourage bystanders to assist in emergencies without fear of legal liability.
When Protection Does Not Apply:
If you attempt CPR in good faith to help someone in an emergency in Alaska, you are legally protected from liability under Good Samaritan laws.
We offer Basic CPR Certification, BLS Certification, and CPR/AED/First Aid Certification for AK residents. These classes are accepted at over 99% of Akaska hospitals, medical offices, schools, government and private organizations. Our classes are designed for both medical professionals and the general public. These classes cover Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and the Heimlich Maneuver. We offer a variety of courses that well meet your CPR certification requirements for any job or school in AK.
NYS requires that BLS Certification follows nationally accepted, AHA guidelines. All of our BLS certification classes follow AHA guidelines. We offer the Healthcare Provider BLS Full Class, the Healthcare Provider BLS Renewal Class, and the Healthcare Provider BLS Free Class. The free class is great to refresh your knowledge of BLS. You can also purchase a BLS Certification at the end of the free class.
Yes, you can renew through our online CPR Certification Renewal class at your own convenience. This class is designed for those who have a current Healthcare Provider BLS certification and are looking to renew their credentials quickly. Our renewal process is straightforward, allowing you to go directly to the test if you're ready, saving you time and ensuring your skills remain up to date.
Convenience! Online CPR classes offer convenience, flexibility, and allow you to work at your own pace. Our classes include live-action videos and interactive animations to help make your learning experience more enjoyable. You can easily go back to anything you may have missed or would like to hear again.
Our CPR, AED, First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens courses are nationally accredited. Our classes are developed by experienced Paramedics and American Heart Association instructors. Our BLS Certification classes are the most popular classes with our AK clients. We follow the latest guidelines and are fully compliant with AHA/ECC/ILCOR/OSHA standards, making our CPR certifications widely accepted. However, we recommend checking with your employer or organization to confirm their specific CPR certification requirements. If your certification is not accepted, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.