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NIHE • American Heart Association Training

Register for AHA Self-Guided CPR, AHA Online Courses & Skills Sessions

Complete part of your American Heart Association training online and then come to NIHE for your required hands-on practice and skills assessment.

Choose the option you need below. You may purchase a complete package that includes the American Heart Association online course and hands-on session, or you may purchase a skills session only if you have already completed the appropriate American Heart Association HeartCode online course.

Appointments are available during flexible scheduling blocks in Palestine and Dallas, Texas. We will work with you to find an appointment that accommodates your schedule.

Purchasing a course does not automatically reserve an appointment.

After registering, follow the instructions in your confirmation email and contact NIHE to schedule your hands-on skills session for a date after you have completed the online portion of your course.

Section 01

SELF-GUIDED CPR

Complete your online course and attend an individual hands-on Self-Guided CPR/AED appointment.

Self-Guided CPR/AED
Self-Guided CPR

Self-Guided CPR/AED

Complete the American Heart Association online CPR/AED course at your convenience, then attend an individual Self-Guided CPR/AED appointment in Palestine or Dallas.

Includes
  • American Heart Association online course
  • Individual hands-on session
  • Required skills assessment
  • Official two-year AHA eCard
Self-Guided First Aid CPR/AED
Self-Guided First Aid

Self-Guided First Aid CPR/AED

Complete the American Heart Association online First Aid CPR AED course at your convenience, then attend an individual Self-Guided CPR/AED appointment in Palestine or Dallas.

Includes
  • Online First Aid CPR AED course
  • Individual Self-Guided CPR/AED appointment
  • Hands-on CPR and AED practice
  • Required skills assessment
  • Official two-year AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED eCard
Section 02

ONLINE COURSE WITH INSTRUCTOR-LED SKILLS SESSION

Complete your American Heart Association online course first, then attend a personalized, instructor-led hands-on skills session.

AHA HeartCode BLS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session
HeartCode BLS

AHA HeartCode BLS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session

Complete the American Heart Association HeartCode BLS course online, then attend a personally conducted, instructor-led skills session in Palestine or Dallas.

Includes
  • AHA HeartCode BLS online course
  • Personalized instruction and coaching
  • Hands-on BLS practice
  • Required skills assessment
  • Official two-year AHA BLS Provider eCard
AHA HeartCode ACLS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session
HeartCode ACLS

AHA HeartCode ACLS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session

Complete the American Heart Association HeartCode ACLS course online, then attend a personalized, instructor-led skills session in Palestine or Dallas.

Includes
  • AHA HeartCode ACLS online course
  • Personalized instruction and coaching
  • Hands-on ACLS practice
  • Required skills assessment
  • Official two-year AHA ACLS Provider eCard
AHA HeartCode PALS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session
HeartCode PALS

AHA HeartCode PALS Online with Instructor-Led Skills Session

Complete the American Heart Association HeartCode PALS course online, then attend a personalized, instructor-led skills session in Palestine or Dallas.

Includes
  • AHA HeartCode PALS online course
  • Personalized instruction and coaching
  • Hands-on PALS practice
  • Required skills assessment
  • Official two-year AHA PALS Provider eCard
Section 03

SKILLS SESSION ONLY

Choose this option if you have already purchased and completed the current American Heart Association HeartCode online course.

AHA BLS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only
BLS Skills Only

AHA BLS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only

For students who have already completed the current American Heart Association HeartCode BLS online course.

Not included: The HeartCode BLS online course. A valid course completion certificate is required before the appointment.
AHA ACLS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only
ACLS Skills Only

AHA ACLS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only

For students who have already completed the current American Heart Association HeartCode ACLS online course.

Not included: The HeartCode ACLS online course. A valid course completion certificate is required before the appointment.
AHA PALS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only
PALS Skills Only

AHA PALS Instructor-Led Skills Session Only

For students who have already completed the current American Heart Association HeartCode PALS online course.

Not included: The HeartCode PALS online course. A valid course completion certificate is required before the appointment.
What Happens Next

SIMPLE. FAST. GET YOUR REAL AHA CPR CARD.

Your registration starts the process. Your hands-on appointment is scheduled separately with NIHE.

01

Register & Pay

Choose the course or skills session that meets your needs and complete registration through NIHE.

02

Complete Online Course

If your registration includes an online course, complete it before your hands-on appointment.

03

Contact NIHE

Follow your confirmation instructions and contact NIHE to arrange an available appointment block.

04

Attend Your Session

Complete your hands-on practice and required skills assessment with NIHE.

Choose Your Hands-On Training Location

Every product allows you to select the location where you would like to complete your hands-on portion.

- Palestine, Texas

- Dallas, Texas

Important: Selecting Palestine or Dallas does not automatically schedule your appointment. NIHE will work with you to place you into an appropriate available scheduling block.

Do not arrive for a skills session without a confirmed appointment.

Ready to Complete Your AHA Training?

Register for the course or skills session that fits your needs. After registering, follow your confirmation instructions to schedule your hands-on appointment with NIHE.

Main Office: 800-773-8895 ext. 3 Direct: 903-903-1001   •   Text only: 951-768-8095

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*The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge & proficiency in BLS, ACLS, & PALS & has developed instructional materials for this purpose.  Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association.  Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course material, do not represent income to the Association.