Basic LiFe
Support
(Formerly: CPR Level HCP, Healthcare Provider CPR)
Half day. Clinical skills. One year certified.
CPR and cardiac emergencies only - no first aid, wound care, or injury treatment
Designed for healthcare providers, dental offices, and first responder teams
YOUR CANADIAN RED CROSS CERTIFIED BASIC LIFE SUPPORT COURSE IN NOVA SCOTIA
Secure your BLS Certificate for Healthcare Providers from BraveHeart
At BraveHeart First Aid, we know that as a Healthcare Professional in Nova Scotia, you need more than standard CPR training—you need the recognized BLS Certification. This course, formerly known as CPR Level C for Healthcare Providers (CPR-HCP), focuses on the chain of survival, cardiac emergencies, and high-performance practice. We ensure you confidently deliver coordinated, high-quality chest compressions and essential team basic life support skills in a variety of settings.
Ready to upgrade your skills? Book your essential BLS course today and meet the professional standard for clinical care in Nova Scotia.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN OUR BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING COURSE IN NOVA SCOTIA
Our BLS Course is intensive and practical. It gives healthcare providers the specialized skills they need for a rapid and effective team response to cardiac emergencies. You will move beyond foundational skills to master advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation protocols.
Our BLS Training Course Covers:
Rapid patient assessment
High-performance CPR for adults, children & infants
AED use and troubleshooting
Obstructed airway response
Two-rescuer team scenarios
Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) use
Pulse checks and breathing management
IS THE BASIC LIFE SUPPORT COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
The choice between a standard course and Basic Life Support depends mainly on your professional obligations. This expert training is mandatory for many clinical roles in Nova Scotia.
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If your role places you in a clinical environment, you need training that matches the pace of professional emergency care. This course is designed for medical professionals who require specialized knowledge in both adult and pediatric BLS skills and advanced resuscitation techniques to manage critical events. We focus on applying basic life support skills within defined clinical practice.
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Many Nova Scotia employers and educational institutions now require annual BLS certification as the standard for clinical readiness. If your job description specifies CPR-HCP (Healthcare Provider), the current requirement is BLS. Our program gives you the precise credentials and rescue skills needed to meet these non-negotiable professional standards.
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We deliver a focused course centered on high-performance CPR and team communication. You will learn to execute coordinated two-rescuer CPR and effective airway management using tools like a bag-mask device and much more. This is specialized, high-stakes training, not a general First Aid class.
If your role demands clinical resuscitation skills, our BLS course is your solution. Enroll now to meet all professional requirements.
WHY CHOOSE BRAVEHEART FIRST AID IN NOVA SCOTIA FOR YOUR FIRST AID CERTIFICATION CLASSES?
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Our First Aid Instructors bring real-world experience from the healthcare and emergency response fields. They guide you with insights grounded in actual situations, not just textbook theory. We build trust through clarity, ensuring you receive quality BLS Certification that you can apply immediately.
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Your time is valuable. We emphasize repeated, hands-on practice in scenarios that mirror the high-pressure demands of the healthcare field. This is how you develop the ability and precise clinical skills needed for critical cardiac events and patient care.
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You receive a 1-year Red Cross BLS certification—a recognized and trusted credential across Nova Scotia. Our programs follow the latest Canadian Red Cross guidelines, ensuring your certification aligns with modern resuscitation science and clinical health care practice standards.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR BASIC LIFE SAVING COURSE
Basic Life Support Training Format and Logistics
HANDS ON PRACTICE IN SMALL MANAGEABLE GROUPS
The intensive nature of Basic Life Support demands personalized attention. We ensure you get ample time mastering critical techniques like using the bag-valve mask, practicing rescue breathing, and coordinating two-rescuer CPR. This environment builds genuine confidence, not just course completion.
rECEIVE YOUR 1-YEAR RED CROSS CERTIFICATION ELECTRONICALLY
Our small class sizes ensure you get ample one-on-one time with your instructor. You'll build confidence through realistic scenarios and practical skill assessments, mastering emergency scene management and all aspects of first aid & CPR to a high standard.
a HALF DAY RED CROSS & RESCUE 7 CERTIFIED COURSE
Upon successfully achieving a passing grade, you'll receive your certification from The Red Cross as an official e-certificate. This 3-year certification is valid and recognized throughout Nova Scotia, and can be easily shared or printed as needed.
Get your annual BLS certification in an efficient half-day session. Receive instant, electronic proof after focused, hands-on practice.
Do I need To Re-certify My Basic Life Support Certification?
Yes, Basic Life Support BLS Certification requires mandatory annual renewal for healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia. The rapid pace of clinical work and the continuous evolution of emergency cardiovascular care guidelines necessitate a one-year expiry. This ensures that the skills you use for managing a cardiac arrest, such as your high-quality chest compressions and team coordination, are always current and sharp.
What You'll Leave With
When you complete your training with BraveHeart First Aid, you leave with the competency and recognized credentials required for your critical role.
Skills that match the speed of real emergencies
1-year Red Cross BLS certification
Hands-on experience in clinical CPR techniques
Clear instruction for high-pressure teamwork
START YOUR BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING IN NOVA SCOTIA TODAY
Secure your professional readiness with the definitive Basic Life Support Course required by healthcare providers across Nova Scotia. At BraveHeart First Aid, we provide focused, intensive CPR training that translates directly into essential team basic life support skills for both in-facility settings and the challenging prehospital settings.
We equip clinical personnel with the competence needed to confidently act during cardiac arrest, mastering key protocols like the chain of survival, delivering high-quality chest compressions, and effective airway management using tools like the bag-valve mask.
Every class starts at 9:00 AM. Pick your date. We'll handle everything else.
Don't delay—book your Basic Life Support training in Nova Scotia now!
Frequently Asked Questions About Basic Life Support
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Canadian Red Cross BLS certification for healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia is valid for one year (12 months). Annual renewal is mandatory to ensure your critical skills, such as high-quality chest compressions and team-based resuscitation, remain current with the latest Emergency Cardiovascular Care guidelines
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No. BLS is a specialized level of CPR and team-based resuscitation designed specifically for healthcare providers and clinical settings. It covers advanced skills like two-rescuer CPR, Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) use, and pulse checks, which go beyond the scope of a standard layperson CPR course.
WHERE WE MEET
BraveHeart First Aid HQ
45 Donald Hiltz Connector, Unit B
Kentville Business Park, NS
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