BLS Provider certification is required annually, regardless of the expiration date indicated on the card. Students must complete a BLS course designed specifically for healthcare professionals. Fully online CPR courses are not acceptable; however, hybrid courses that include an in-person skills component are permitted.
Delivery:
In-person - usual format in the past years
Instruction:Â
First time with no prior training - book SFA with BLS (DO NOT BOOK SFA with CPR-LEVEL C!)
Average time of completion: 1 day
Validity period: 1 year
Renewal time: every year, book your recertification date at least 30 to 60 days prior to expiry date or prior to clearance deadline whichever comes first.
TEST PROVIDERS:
Heaven Can Wait - https://heavencanwait.biz/
Concise Health Solutions - https://www.concisehealthsolutions.ca/sfa-cpr
Heart2Heart CPR - https://heart2heartcpr.com/locations/toronto/
Toronto CPR - https://www.torontocpr.com/
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I take online Basic Life Support?
Answer: No. Basic Life Support that is taken fully online is not accepted. Please ensure that you are taking your training at a valid and genuine training provider.
Can I use my Basic Life Support training from my workplace?
Answer: Yes, you can use your certificate from your workplace as long as it is not expiring during intended clinical term.
Got more questions? Contact us at clinicalrequirements@senecapolytechnic.ca