Houston CPR Certification
Official BLS, ACLS, PALS, & CPR/First Aid
AHA / Red Cross / ASHI set the standards. Cardiox Care issues the official AHA, Red Cross, or ASHI certification card upon completion.
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Looking for Houston CPR classes near you? Cardiox offers AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CPR/First Aid/AED certification options
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BLS vs CPR / First Aid / AED
Fast decisionBLS (Basic Life Support)
Healthcare CPR. Most common for hospital/clinic roles and healthcare programs.
- Typically required for: nurses, CNAs, EMT/EMS, medical/dental staff, students.
- Includes: adult/child/infant CPR, AED use, team-response concepts.
- Houston: AHA is commonly required in healthcare settings.
CPR / First Aid / AED
Workplace & caregiver. Most common for non-clinical requirements.
- Typically required for: childcare, teachers, coaches, workplaces, parents.
- Includes: CPR + AED plus first aid topics (based on course title).
- Tip: confirm which organization your employer accepts.
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ACLS & PALS
AdvancedACLS
Advanced adult response. Commonly required for ER/ICU/critical care and many nursing roles.
- Who takes it: clinicians managing adult cardiac emergencies.
- Format: scenario-driven, performance focused.
- Required: prep work must be completed/submitted prior to class.
- Included: we provide the prep work free upon registration.
PALS
Advanced pediatric response. Commonly required for pediatric ER/ICU, NICU/PICU, EMS, urgent care w/ peds.
- Who takes it: clinicians managing pediatric emergencies.
- Format: scenario-driven, performance focused.
- Required: prep work must be completed/submitted prior to class.
- Included: we provide the prep work free upon registration.
AHA vs ARC vs ASHI
OrganizationAHA
Most common in healthcare. Often required for BLS/ACLS/PALS in Houston.
- Common needs: hospitals, clinics, EMS, nursing/medical programs.
- Courses: BLS, ACLS, PALS + general CPR options.
ARC & ASHI
Common in workplace/public settings. Great when your policy lists them as accepted.
- ARC: often requested by childcare/schools/workplaces as “Red Cross.”
- ASHI: often used for workplace safety policies (varies by employer).
- If unsure: contact your employer/school to confirm accepted org.
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Skills Sessions
PathsAHA (Recommended: Full Class)
For AHA, we strongly recommend the full class so you complete everything in one guided experience (less confusion, fewer mismatches).
- Best experience + smooth completion.
- Hands-on coaching built in (not just a quick check-off).
- Especially important for ACLS/PALS where prep + performance matters.
ARC & ASHI (Skills Session Path Only)
For ARC and ASHI, we offer the skills session path: we provide the online portion, then you come in for the in-person skills evaluation.
- Complete the online portion first (we provide it).
- Then schedule your in-person skills session.
- Confirm your employer’s accepted organization before booking.
Private Training
Group & company CPR training
Perfect for clinics, workplaces, schools, gyms, churches, and teams who want a smooth, professional experience.
Pricing
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FAQ
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We offer a full range of American Heart Association (AHA) courses, including:
- BLS for healthcare providers (most common for nurses, CNAs, EMT/EMS, medical/dental staff, and healthcare students).
- CPR/AED and First Aid for workplace or general public needs (often called “Heartsaver”).
- ACLS and PALS for medical professionals who need advanced training.
Not sure which class is right for you? We’ll help you choose based on your requirement or profession.
Anyone can enroll — you do not need a medical background. We train healthcare professionals, but also teachers, coaches, childcare workers, parents, and community members who want lifesaving skills.
Even the healthcare-provider BLS course has no prerequisites — our instructors make sure everyone feels comfortable and confident.
Yes. We follow official curriculum (AHA, plus Red Cross and ASHI guidelines where applicable), so your certification card is nationally recognized and commonly accepted by hospitals, clinics, schools, and employers.
If your employer requires a specific organization (AHA vs ARC vs ASHI), confirm that requirement before booking so you don’t have to retake a course.
Yes. You’ll receive your official certification card (often an eCard emailed to you) immediately upon successful completion of the course — no waiting period.
This is ideal if you have a job, clinical, or school deadline.
Most instructor-led CPR/BLS classes take a few hours including hands-on practice and skills testing. We offer weekdays, weekends, and evening options so you can book what fits your schedule.
Advanced courses (like ACLS/PALS) can run longer, and combined CPR + First Aid classes may take more time — we make the timing clear during registration.
No special preparation is required for most in-person CPR classes — sign up, show up, and we’ll handle the rest. We provide materials, manikins, and equipment. Wear comfortable clothing since you’ll practice compressions.
If any course requires pre-work (typically certain advanced options), we’ll make it clear when you register.
Yes — we specialize in on-site group training for businesses, healthcare facilities, schools, and organizations. We bring all required equipment and can tailor the session to your group size.
We also offer group rates/discounts for larger teams. Contact us to schedule a private session and get a quote.
We focus on a premium training experience that’s efficient, hands-on, and built for real confidence:
- Official certification options (AHA, plus ARC/ASHI where applicable) so your card is widely accepted.
- Experienced instructors who keep training practical and supportive.
- Premium facilities & equipment (modern feedback manikins and a comfortable learning environment).
- Same-day cards so you can meet deadlines quickly.
- Convenient scheduling with multiple locations and weekend/evening options.
- Group training & discounts available for teams.
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- Same-day certification (eCard)
- Premium training rooms & equipment
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPR/First Aid
- Group & on-site training available
Tip: If your employer requires a specific organization (AHA / ARC / ASHI), select it during pricing before checkout.
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