BLS – Basic Life Support Recertification

Renewing your Basic Life Support (BLS) certification shouldn’t cost you a day off work. At AZ ACLS, you can recertify your BLS online in about 39 minutes for $39 and receive a same-day ASHI BLS card, or train in person with our team. We’ve been certifying Arizona’s medical professionals since 2010, and our renewal is built specifically for busy nurses, physicians, EMTs, dentists, pharmacists, and allied health providers who need a fast, legitimate, employer-accepted card without the all-day classroom.

Your BLS recertification includes:

• A 2-year ASHI (American Safety & Health Institute) BLS certification card — the same card for online and in-person students
• Same-day certification card on completion
• Curriculum aligned with current ASHI and American Heart Association (AHA) CPR guidelines
• Adult, child, and infant CPR procedures
• How to recognize cardiac arrest
• Compression rates and ventilation
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use and precautions
• Proper use of breathing barriers and bag valve masks
• Maintaining circulation to a patient’s vital organs
• Aid for conscious and unconscious choking victims

Will my employer accept this certification?

Your online card is issued by the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI), a nationally recognized accrediting body. ASHI certifications are accepted by the vast majority of U.S. employers and meet OSHA requirements, and our curriculum follows the same science and guidelines published by the American Heart Association.

Some employers — particularly certain hospitals — specifically require an AHA-branded BLS card. We offer that too: AZ ACLS provides in-person AHA BLS for groups of six or more. If your employer requires an AHA card, see the in-person options below or contact us and we’ll get you set up.

Who is BLS recertification for?

Our BLS renewal is designed for healthcare and safety professionals who need to keep their credentials current, including:

• Registered nurses (RNs) and nurse practitioners
• Physicians and physician assistants
• EMTs and paramedics
• Dentists and dental staff
• Pharmacists
• Respiratory and physical therapists
• Healthcare and nursing students
• First responders

Ways to recertify your BLS

Online — $39 (per person). Complete your recertification on your own schedule in about 39 minutes, from anywhere. Best for experienced individual providers who need a fast, valid renewal. Issues a same-day ASHI BLS card.

In-Person ASHI BLS — $80 per person (groups of 6+). Hands-on skills session with a live instructor, ideal for departments or teams renewing together. Issues an ASHI BLS card.

In-Person AHA BLS — $130 per person (groups of 6+). Hands-on session that issues an official American Heart Association BLS card — the right choice when your employer specifically requires AHA.

Group sessions can be scheduled at your facility. Contact us to book a group.

Why choose AZ ACLS?

AZ ACLS isn’t an anonymous online test site. We’ve trained Arizona’s medical community since 2010, and our instruction comes from working emergency professionals — not a call center. Our founder has served as an Arizona firefighter since 2001 and works in fire-medical leadership, bringing real-world emergency-medicine experience to every course.

That hands-on background is why physicians trust us to train their own staff, and why thousands of Arizona providers have renewed with us.

• Founded and operating in Arizona since 2010
• Led by a firefighter with frontline emergency experience since 2001
• Taught by working emergency-medicine and fire-medical professionals
• Fast, affordable, and legitimately accredited (ASHI online; AHA available in person)
• Same-day card
• We’ll never let you expire — free renewal reminders

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is BLS recertification? Our online BLS recertification takes about 39 minutes to complete. You receive your certification card the same day.

How much does BLS renewal cost? BLS recertification with AZ ACLS is $39 online — among the most affordable options available, with no hidden fees.

Is online BLS recertification accepted by employers? Yes, for most employers. Your card is issued through ASHI, a nationally recognized accrediting body, and meets OSHA requirements. Some hospitals require an AHA-branded card specifically, so check with your employer if you’re unsure.

What is the difference between ASHI and AHA BLS? Both follow the same core CPR and resuscitation science. ASHI (American Safety & Health Institute) and the AHA (American Heart Association) are separate accrediting organizations. Our online course issues an ASHI card, which is widely accepted. If your employer specifically requires an AHA card, we offer in-person AHA BLS for groups of six or more.

How often do I need to renew my BLS certification? BLS certification is valid for two years. You should renew before your card expires to stay current with the latest guidelines.

What happens if my BLS certification has already expired? You can still recertify with us. If it’s been a long time since your last certification, contact us and we’ll help you choose the right option.

Do I need to take a hands-on skills test? It depends on your employer. Our online course is a full recertification on its own and issues an ASHI card. If your employer requires a hands-on skills check, or specifically requires an AHA card, choose one of our in-person group options.

Do you offer group or on-site BLS training? Yes. We offer in-person BLS for groups of six or more — ASHI BLS at $80 per person, or AHA BLS at $130 per person — and we can come to your facility. Contact us to schedule a group session for your team or department.

What is BLS certification? BLS (Basic Life Support) certification covers CPR, AED use, airway management, and emergency response for adults, children, and infants. It’s required for most healthcare and many safety-related roles.

Ready to renew your BLS today?

Get certified in 39 minutes for $39 — your ASHI BLS card, same day.