American Heart Association and American Red Cross are both well-known and highly recognized organizations. Choosing the right one depends on your needs/wants. If you are taking the class to fulfill a job requirement, ask your employer what they require. If you are just looking to become certified to increase your lifesaving skills and knowledge, both organizations are excellent choices.

If you are pursuing certification to fulfill a requirement, it is important that you check with your employer or organization to find out what they require. If you are looking for a class with a first aid component, then the Heartsaver FA AED CPR course is right for you. If you are looking to pursue a position in healthcare, then look no further than the American Heart Association BLS or Heartcode BLS course. These both offer the BLS certification, but Heartcode BLS is divided into an online component and an in-person skills session.