Class Schedule

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Basic Life Support Initial or Renewal (Blended Learning)

American Heart Association BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Online With Skills Check

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts:

Part 1 - A self-paced series of online training modules (30 minutes - 2 hours based on experience)
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (20 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

By combining comprehensive online learning with hands-on skills practice and testing, HeartCode Complete offers consistent, high-quality resuscitation training across a healthcare organization at a pace suited for every individual.

Have you already completed the BLS HeartCode Program and just need your Skills completed? CLICK HERE

**The BLS Online with Skills Check is Non-refundable**

PALS Initial or Renewal (Blended Learning)

American Heart Association PALS Course for Initial or Re-Cert.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support  (PALS) - Online With Skills Check

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Helathcare Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts:

Part 1 - A self-paced series of online training modules (3 Hours - 6 hours based on experience)
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (30 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

By combining comprehensive online learning with hands-on skills practice and testing, HeartCode Complete offers consistent, high-quality resuscitation training across a healthcare organization at a pace suited for every individual.

Have you already completed the ACLS HeartCode Program and just need your Skills completed? CLICK HERE 

**The PALS Online with Skills Check is Non-refundable**

ACLS Initial or Renewal (Blended Learning)

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ACLS COURSE (INITIAL OR RE-CERT)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support  (ACLS) - Online With Skills Check

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Healthcare Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts:

Part 1 - A self-paced series of online training modules (3 hours - 6 hours based on experience)
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (30 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

By combining comprehensive online learning with hands-on skills practice and testing, HeartCode Complete offers consistent, high-quality resuscitation training across a healthcare organization at a pace suited for every individual.

Have you already completed the ACLS HeartCode Program and just need your Skills completed? CLICK HERE 

**The ACLS Online with Skills Check is Non-refundable**

BLS Skills Check ONLY

American Heart Association BLS Skills Check Only (hands on portion).

You must have already completed or will complete the AHA Online BLS HeartCode Course. 

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Skills Check (Hands On Portion)

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts. 

Part 1 - AHA Online Course (Not Included) 
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (30 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

 

*We will email you a link to pick the date, time and location you would like to attend the skills session. 

**An instructor will not be present. 

***The BLS Skills Check is Non-refundable**

ACLS Skills Check ONLY

American Heart Association ACLS Skills Check Only (hands on portion).

You must have already completed or will complete the AHA Online ACLS HeartCode Course. 

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Skills Check (Hands On Portion)

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts. 

Part 1 - AHA Online Course (Not Included) 
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (30 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

 

*We will email you a link to pick the date, time and location you would like to attend the skills session. 

**An instructor will not be present. 

***The ACLS Skills Check is Non-refundable**

You must have already completed or will complete the AHA Online ACLS HeartCode Course.

PALS Skills Check ONLY

American Heart Association PALS Skills Check Only (hands on portion).

You must have already completed or will complete the AHA Online PALS HeartCode Course. 

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Skills Check (Hands On Portion)

2 Year AHA Certification  – Same Day Certification Card!

Recommended for: Personnel with Busy Schedules

This Class Has Two Parts. 

Part 1 - AHA Online Course. Not Included and must be completed prior to the Skills Check.
Part 2 - Skills practice and test (30 minutes - 1 hour) at our facility with a VAM (voice assisted manikin). During the skills session an instructor will not be present but will be available by email or phone if needed. The computer and manikin will guide you through the skills session. 

The American Heart Association® (AHA) HeartCode® programs deliver quality resuscitation training through a flexible delivery method that allows providers and administrators more control of their time, schedules and resources. HeartCode programs incorporate online learning and hands-on skills training, allowing learners to complete lessons on their own time.

HeartCode Complete® offers the next step in resuscitation training with the use of the Simulation Station. HeartCode Complete allows learners to fully complete their AHA BLS, ACLS or PALS training at their own pace, with courses delivered through any  learning management system or through RQI Partners’ own RQI 1Stop platform.

 

*We will email you a link to pick the date, time and location you would like to attend the skills session. 

**An instructor will not be present. 

***The PALS Skills Check is Non-refundable**

Basic Life Support (In Person)

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

The BLS for Healthcare Providers course is designed to provide a wide variety of certified or noncertified, licensed or nonlicensed, healthcare professionals with the skills to keep people alive until they can be brought to a hospital or be treated with more advanced lifesaving measures.

 

BLS training is intended for certified or noncertified, licensed or nonlicensed, healthcare professionals, including:

  • physicians
  • nurses
  • paramedics
  • emergency medical technicians
  • respiratory, physical, and occupational therapists
  • physician’s assistants
  • residents or fellows
  • medical or nursing students in training
  • aides, medical or nursing assistants, and other allied health personnel

In addition, BLS training can be appropriate for first responders, such as police officers and firefighters, as well as for laypeople whose work brings them into contact with members of the public, such as school, fitness center, or hotel and restaurant employees.

Students must pass a written exam and skills test in order to qualify for a BLS for Healthcare Provider Course Completion Card.

BLS PROVIDER MANUAL:

There are two book options
1) AHA BLS eBook - This is the newest and least expensive option.
2) AHA BLS Paperback option
Heart Start CPR adheres to the American Heart Association guidelines that all students are required to have a textbook before,during and after the class. We now offer digital eBooks and paperback books options. eBook codes will be emailed to you so that you can download the eBooks. For paperback books, you can choose the pickup option and the book will be given to you at the time of the course OR we can ship it for a small fee.
 
 
NEED YOUR CARD NOW? Check out our blended learning option (same certification) with classes held 7 days a week.
Locations in Citrus Heights, Livermore, Newark, San Jose, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
CLICK HERE for a faster option.
 
ACLS Update (In Person)

*MUST HAVE A CURRENT AHA ACLS PROVIDER CARD*

American Heart Association ACLS Certification - 2 Year Certification

Recommended for: All healthcare professionals and medical personnel who may respond to a cardiovascular emergency as part of a team involved in the administration of cardiac drugs.  

Once you complete your registration you will get a registration confirmation email. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your SPAM/JUNK/BULK email boxes.

ACLS PROVIDER MANUAL:

There are two book options
1) AHA ACLS eBook - This is the newest and least expensive option.
2) AHA ACLS Paperback option
Heart Start CPR adheres to the American Heart Association guidelines that all students are required to have a textbook before, during and after the class. We now offer digital eBooks and paperback books options. eBook codes will be emailed to you so that you can download the eBooks. For paperback books, you can choose the pickup option and the book will be given to you at the time of the course OR we can ship it for a small fee.
 
NEED YOUR CARD NOW? Check out our blended learning option (same certification) with classes held 7 days a week.
Locations in Citrus Heights, Livermore, Newark, San Ramon, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
CLICK HERE for a faster option.
 
PALS Update (In Person)

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider - Recert (Update) Course

Upon completion of this PALS class the health care provider will be able to understand how to recognize and prevent the common causes of pediatric injuries and emergencies that require resuscitation. You’ll understand how to recognize respiratory failure, shock, and cardiac arrest and initiate advanced resuscitation with airway and ventilation control, vascular access, fluid and medication therapy and identify and treat rhythm disturbances.

PALS Provider Manual:

You must have a 2020 Edition of the American heart Association PALS Provider Course Manual at class.

The AHA has made it mandatory for you to have a Provider Manual with you during class. You will not be able to take the class without a book. If you need to, you may purchase a book from us during registration and have the opportunity to have it shipped to you for a small fee. 

 

NEED YOUR CARD NOW? Check out our blended learning option (same certification) with classes held 7 days a week.
Locations in Citrus Heights, Livermore, Newark, San Jose, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
CLICK HERE for a faster option.
 
ACLS Initial (In Person)

 

American Heart Association ACLS Certification - 2 Year Certification

Recommended for: All healthcare professionals and medical personnel who may respond to a cardiovascular emergency as part of a team involved in the administration of cardiac drugs.  

The ACLS Class covers:

  • Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
  • Airway Management
  • ACLS Pharmacology
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) review
  • Management of acute coronary syndromes and stroke
  • How to be both a leader and a team member in a resuscitation team

 

Refreshments are provided.  This course lasts approximately 8 - 10 hours.  This class is a one-day course.  All students who successfully complete all requirements will receive their official American Heart Association ACLS Provider card the same-day of the class!  Your course completion card will be valid for a period of two (2) years from the date of your class.

ACLS PROVIDER MANUAL IS REQUIRED TO BRING TO CLASS

There are two book options
1) AHA ACLS eBook - This is the newest and least expensive option.
2) AHA ACLS Paperback option
Heart Start CPR adheres to the American Heart Association guidelines that all students are required to have a textbook before,during and after the class. We now offer digital eBooks and paperback books options. eBook codes will be emailed to you so that you can download the eBooks. For paperback books, you can choose the pickup option and the book will be given to you at the time of the course OR we can ship it for a small fee.
 
NEED YOUR CARD NOW? Check out our blended learning option (same certification) with classes held 7 days a week.
Locations in Citrus Heights, Livermore, Newark, San Jose, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
CLICK HERE for a faster option.
 
PALS Initial (In Person)

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Initial Course. 

Upon completion of this PALS class the health care provider will be able to understand how to recognize and prevent the common causes of pediatric injuries and emergencies that require resuscitation. You’ll understand how to recognize respiratory failure, shock, and cardiac arrest and initiate advanced resuscitation with airway and ventilation control, vascular access, fluid and medication therapy and identify and treat rhythm disturbances.

 

Registration: 

Once you complete your registration you will get a registration confirmation email. If you do not see it in your inbox, please check your SPAM/JUNK/BULK email boxes.

PALS PROVIDER MANUAL:

There are two book options
1) AHA PALS eBook - This is the newest and least expensive option.
2) AHA PALS Paperback option
Heart Start CPR adheres to the American Heart Association guidelines that all students are required to have a textbook before,during and after the class. We now offer digital eBooks and paperback books options. eBook codes will be emailed to you so that you can download the eBooks. For paperback books, you can choose the pickup option and the book will be given to you at the time of the course OR we can ship it for a small fee.
 
NEED YOUR CARD NOW? Check out our blended learning option (same certification) with classes held 7 days a week.
Locations in Citrus Heights, Livermore, Newark, San Jose, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
 
CLICK HERE for a faster option.
 
Heartsaver CPR/AED for Adult/Child/Infant (Lay Rescuer)

This class is designed for individuals who need a CPR card for either personal fulfillment or for work purposes. This class is perfect for the lay person, the fitness instructor, the educator, or the childcare professional. This class is also appropriate for parents, couples ready to adopt, expectant parents, or anyone else.

Objectives:
CPR for the Adult, Child, and Infant
Choking for the Adult, Child, and Infant
Use of the Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)

 

THIS CLASS INCLUDES THE AHA HEARTSAVER CPR/AED MANUAL

Bleeding Control for Community Responders | Online Course
Course Description

This online course trains bystanders in the community how to administer care to others with confidence in a life-threatening situation, where a victim, or victims, may lose their life due to a serious injury that results in bleeding. Instruction will include use of commercial bleeding control tools as well as information on how to create improvised bandages and tourniquets from everyday items. Completion of this course will prepare you to provide life-saving measures while waiting for Emergency Service Providers to arrive on scene and improve victim survival by ensuring smooth transition of care.
 
Learning Objectives
  • Identify steps to maintain personal safety
  • Describe the best techniques for the management of hemorrhaging wounds
  • Understand wound compression and packing using hemostatic agents
  • Compare correct application of elastic bands, both for wound compression and as a tourniquet
  • Review correct application and when to use a windlass tourniquet
  • Examine how to create and apply improvised bandages
  • Summarize how community responders and emergency service providers should work together to treat bleeding victims
Fire Investigation 1B

Total cost of class is $425. $50 deposit now and remaining $375 paid to the instructor the first day of class by cash or check.

Fire Investigation 1B: Evidence and Documentation 

Certification: Fire Investigator

CTS Guide: Fire Investigator (February 2017)

Description: This course provides information on scene documentation and evidence collection/preservation. Topics include photographing the scene, diagramming the scene, constructing investigative notes, processing evidence and establishing chain of custody, processing victims and fatalities, selecting evidence for analysis, maintaining a chain of custody, preparing a fire investigation report, and disposing of evidence. The 2014 edition of NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course.

Designed For: Fire investigators and law enforcement officers responsible for conducting fire investigations

Prerequisites: Fire Investigation 1A: Basic Fire Investigation Introduction to Evidence (CFITrainer.net)

Hours: 40

Company Officer 2D

Total cost of class is $425. $50 deposit now and remaining $375 paid to the instructor the first day of class by cash or check.

Course: Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations (2014)

Hours: 40 

Designed For: Aspiring company officers

Description: This course provides information on conducting incident size-up, developing and implementing an initial plan of action involving single and multiunit operations for various types of emergency incidents to mitigate the situation following agency safety procedures, conducting preincident planning, and develop and conduct a post-incident analysis.

Prerequisites: Meet the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II ICS-200.B: Incident Command System For Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents Hazardous Material Incident Commander (as offered by the California Specialized Training Institute)

Certification: Fire Officer (Level I and II)

Chief Fire Officer 3A

Total cost of class is $400. After $50 deposit, remaining balance of $350 due at class to the instructor by cash or check.

Course: Chief Fire Officer 3A: Human Resource Management For Chief Officers  

Hours: 26

Designed For: Aspiring Chief Officers

Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the human resources requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing plans for providing employee accommodation, developing hiring procedures, establishing personnel assignments, describing methods of facilitating and encouraging professional development, developing an ongoing education training program, developing promotion procedures, developing proposals for improving employee benefits, and developing a measurable accident and injury prevention program.

Standard: Complete all activities and formative tests. Complete all summative tests with a minimum score of 80%.

Class Size: 25

Restrictions: None 

Chief Fire Officer 3B

Total cost of class is $325. After $50 deposit, remaining balance of $275 due at class to the instructor by cash or check.

Course: Chief Fire Officer 3B: Budget and Fiscal Responsibilities 

Hours: 18 

Designed For: Aspiring Chief Officers

Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the budgeting requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing a budget management system, developing a division or departmental budget, and describing the process for ensuring competitive bidding.Certification: Fire Officer (Level I and II)

Standard: Complete all activities and formative tests. Complete all summative tests with a minimum score of 80%.

Class Size: 25

Restrictions: None 

​Instructor 2: Instructional Development
$50.00 deposit and remaining $400.00 due the first day of class by either check or cash.
INSTRUCTOR II:  INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT (2014)

Designed for:  Personnel preparing for a college level fire instructor, Company Officer, or SFT Certified Training Instructor position

Description:  This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the intermediate level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently.  The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications and the 2012 edition of NFPA 1403 Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions.  At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor II certification will be able to develop lesson plans and evaluation instruments, teach and deliver instruction, and evaluate and coach other instructors.  The Instructor II will also be able to analyze resources and formulate a program budget.

Prerequisites:  Instructional Methodology

  • Introduction to the Incident Command System (IS-100.B), FEMA OR
  • National Incident Management System (IS-700.A), FEMA

Certification:  â€‹Instructor II

Hours:  40

RESCHEDULE FEE

This is if you did not pay for Reschedule Insurance or paid for rescheduled insurance but notified us you need to reschedule after your scheduled class time or already used the two reschedules included in the reschedule insurance. 

 

 

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Heart Start CPR
 110 Ryan Industrial Ct #16
San Ramon, CA 94583

phone 877-846-8277
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