If you live in LA, 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 LA residents since 1999. Online education has become the preferred method among both students and educators in LA. 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.
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Healthcare Provider BLS
Covers Adult, Child, Infant CPR, AED and Choking. Designed for anyone who has a CPR certification requirement for their job or school.
In Louisiana, Good Samaritan laws are designed to encourage individuals to provide emergency assistance by offering legal protection from civil liability, provided their actions are performed in good faith and without gross negligence.
General Public
Under Louisiana Revised Statute 9:2793, any person who, in good faith, gratuitously renders emergency care, first aid, or rescue at the scene of an emergency is not liable for civil damages resulting from acts or omissions in providing such care. This immunity does not apply if the assistance is rendered as part of a business relationship, such as employer-employee.
Medical Professionals
Louisiana Revised Statute 37:1731 extends similar protections to licensed medical professionals—including physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, and nurses—who provide emergency care at the scene of an emergency. These individuals are not liable for civil damages resulting from acts or omissions in rendering such care, unless the damage is caused by willful misconduct or gross negligence.
It's important to note that while these laws protect individuals acting in good faith during emergencies, they do not cover actions that are grossly negligent or willful misconduct. Therefore, it's advisable to provide assistance within the scope of your training and abilities.
Cardiac arrest statistics in Louisiana
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a critical medical emergency that requires immediate intervention. In Louisiana, various initiatives aim to improve survival rates and prevent occurrences, alongside efforts to enhance Emergency Medical Services (EMS) response times.
SCA Survival and Prevention in Louisiana
Louisiana has implemented several programs to address SCA
Project ADAM: Offered by Ochsner Health, this program strives to eliminate sudden cardiac death by developing infrastructure in schools and communities to support prevention initiatives.
Jump Start Your Heart Act: Enacted to save lives by expanding access to automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and CPR training in elementary, middle, and high schools. The Louisiana Department of Health urges compliance to ensure readiness in emergencies.
Well-Ahead Louisiana: This initiative empowers community leaders to promote heart-healthy lifestyles, aiming to reduce the prevalence of heart disease—a leading cause of SCA. Efforts include community-based blood pressure monitoring programs and education on heart disease prevention and management.
Nationally, immediate bystander CPR can significantly improve survival rates, increasing them to approximately 30%. When combined with the use of an AED, survival rates can reach about 50%.
EMS Response Times Across Louisiana
EMS response times are crucial in emergencies like SCA. In Louisiana, response times vary.
New Orleans: In 2024, New Orleans EMS faced challenges with staffing shortages, leading to extended wait times. Instances included a 38-minute wait for a child experiencing breathing difficulties and a 1 hour and 46 minutes wait for an incident in City Park. However, the New Orleans Police Department reported improvements in 2024, reducing median response times for emergency calls by 17% to approximately 10.33 minutes.
East Baton Rouge: To enhance response times and disaster preparedness, East Baton Rouge EMS is constructing a $2.6 million facility. This station will serve as both a backup headquarters and a disaster supply warehouse, aiming to improve emergency response across the parish.
While efforts are underway to improve EMS response times in Louisiana, challenges persist, particularly in urban areas like New Orleans. Continuous investment in infrastructure, staffing, and community training programs is essential to enhance outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest and other emergencies.
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100% Money Back Guarantee
If your certification card is not accepted in Louisiana, we will refund your money. AEDCPR has National Accreditation for all certifications and has been offering CPR certification classes since 1999. All classes were developed by American Heart Association (AHA) trained instructors. Our online CPR certification training classes are fully AHA/ECC/ILCOR/OSHA Compliant, and follow the latest AHA guidelines.
Free CPR Class in Louisiana
You do not need a CPR certification in Louisiana to help save a life You can take any of our nationally accredited courses for free. We want everyone to learn life-saving skills. You will have the option to buy your Louisiana certification at the end of the class.
Get Your Louisiana CPR Certification Online Today
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.
Louisiana CPR & First Aid Certification
The CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Class is our class for CPR and First Aid certification in LA. 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 LA State Requirements for CPR and First Aid Certification
The Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Class is our class for BLS certification in LA. 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 LA State Requirements for CPR Certification
The CPR/AED Certification Class is our class for basic CPR certification in LA. 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 LA. 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 LA. It covers everything you need to know to prevent and deal with exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Looking for an in-person certification class or do a skills check? Here are some options in LA. 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.
National EMS Academy
Provides training for individuals aiming to become emergency medical technicians (EMTs), including instruction on CPR and basic life support, with classes starting every six weeks.
nationalemsacademy.com
Delgado Community College
Offers CPR check-offs through the nursing school on a first-come, first-served basis, including in-person skills sessions.
dcc.edu
CPR 2 Geaux
Provides certified CPR and First Aid courses endorsed by the American Heart Association, offering both online and in-person sessions, as well as group training.
cpr2geaux.com
Sowela Technical Community College
Offers CPR classes in the Nursing Building, with prior enrollment verification and location instructions provided.
sowela.edu
American Red Cross
Red Cross training classes are taught by experts, and include only proven, vetted procedures. All of our programs are based on the latest science.
redcross.org
Louisiana CPR Certification FAQ
What courses are offered for CPR certification in LA?
We offer Basic CPR Certification, BLS Certification, and CPR/AED/First Aid Certification for LA residents. These classes are accepted at over 99% of Louisiana 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 LA.
What is the requirement for BLS Certification in Louisiana
I Work in LA, can I renew my CPR certification online?
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.
Why choose online CPR Certification in Louisiana?
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.
Will my online CPR certification be accepted by my employer or organization in Louisiana?
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 LA 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.
