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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 individual AHA course or skills session you need below. You may register for an individual AHA HeartCode course that includes the online course and required hands-on skills session, or you may purchase a skills session only if you have already completed the appropriate AHA 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.  Or call us at 800-773-8895 to schedule your skills session.

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
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

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.

NATIONWIDE & ON-SITE GROUP TRAINING

NEED CPR TRAINING FOR YOUR TEAM? WE CAN COME TO YOU!

NIHE is a National American Heart Association Training Center with instructors available throughout all 50 states!

You don't have to travel to Palestine or Dallas, Texas, to receive quality American Heart Association training.

Whether you need training for a few healthcare professionals or an entire organization, the National Institute for Healthcare Education can help coordinate training at your location or connect you with an instructor in your area.

We provide training solutions for:

 

Hospitals and healthcare systems

Ambulatory surgery centers

Medical and dental practices

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities

Emergency medical services and first responders

Businesses, schools, and other organizations

Our training options include:

BLS • ACLS • PALS • Heartsaver CPR AED • First Aid CPR/aed 

 

We offer traditional instructor-led classroom training and blended-learning options with required hands-on skills sessions, depending on the course and your organization's needs.  All courses are delivered according to their applicable American Heart Association requirements.

HOW TO ARRANGE TRAINING

1. Contact NIHE--Call 800-773-8895. Tell us your location, which courses you need, and approximately how many people require training.

2. We'll discuss your options. Our team will help identify an appropriate instructor or arrange for on-site training, subject to instructor availability and scheduling.

3. We'll coordinate your training. We'll work with you to determine the course format, location, schedule, and pricing.

LET US BRING AHA TRAINING TO YOU!

Call NIHE: 800-773-8895

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Individual appointments are available in Palestine, Texas, and on selected monthly dates in Dallas. Nationwide individual and on-site group training arrangements are coordinated separately through NIHE.

Call 800-773-8895 to schedule.

 

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.  Receive your Real AHA card.

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

For other locations anywhere in the United States Call 800-773-8895 for Group or Individual Sessions.

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

800-773-8895

*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.