Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Training – Ottawa (Fully Accredited)
Basic Life Support (BLS CPR HCP) is the required CPR level for healthcare professionals, clinical students, and anyone who participates in high-performance resuscitation. BLS training focuses on rapid assessment, high-quality CPR, airway management, ventilation skills, and coordinated team response—all essential for clinical environments.
At First Aid Connect Ottawa, our BLS programs are fully accredited through both:
✔️ Canadian Red Cross
✔️ Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada
This ensures your certification is accepted for ANY healthcare requirement, including:
- Nursing (RN, RPN, NP)
- Paramedicine
- Medical school prerequisites
- Respiratory therapy
- Physiotherapy & occupational therapy
- ACLS & PALS pathways
- Dentistry programs
- Clinical placements
Whether you are entering healthcare, renewing certification, or preparing for advanced training, BLS is the foundation of all higher-level resuscitation education.
BLS is more intensive, clinically aligned, and skill-focused than CPR A or CPR C. If you plan to work in healthcare—this is the certification you need.
Who Needs BLS Certification in Ottawa?
BLS is mandatory or strongly recommended for many healthcare and clinical fields:
Healthcare Professionals
- Nurses (RN, RPN, NP)
- PSWs in clinical/hospital settings
- Paramedics & paramedic students
- Respiratory therapists
- Medical imaging technologists
- Physicians & medical students
- Physiotherapists & occupational therapists
Clinical & Allied Health Students
- Nursing programs (Carleton, uOttawa, Algonquin)
- Paramedic programs
- Medical Office Assistants (MOA)
- Dental assistants & hygienists
- Health sciences and pre-med students
Hospital & Clinic Staff
- Emergency department teams
- Walk-in clinics
- Family medicine centres
- Surgical units
- Long-term care facilities
- Rehabilitation centres
Dental Professionals
- Dentists
- Dental assistants
- Dental hygienists
Most Ottawa dental offices require BLS annually.
Why BLS Matters: The Gateway to Advanced Healthcare Certifications
BLS is more than a CPR course—it is the entry requirement for all advanced resuscitation training.
With your BLS certification from First Aid Connect, you automatically qualify to continue into:
✔️ ACLS — Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
✔️ PALS — Pediatric Advanced Life Support
✔️ NLS — Neonatal Resuscitation
✔️ Trauma & emergency medicine programs
✔️ Paramedic & nursing clinical rotations
✔️ Hospital resuscitation teams
This is why universities and employers treat BLS as a core credential. It ensures all healthcare professionals have a common foundation of life-saving skills.
What You Will Learn in BLS
The BLS course covers the complete spectrum of clinical resuscitation skills:
- 1- and 2-rescuer CPR
- Compression depth, rate & recoil
- Minimizing pauses in CPR
- High-performance resuscitation cycles
- Team roles & communication
Airway & Breathing Management
- Bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation
- Assisted breathing
- Airway opening techniques (head tilt, jaw thrust)
- Recognizing respiratory arrest
AED (Defibrillation)
- Pad placement (adult, child, infant)
- Integrating CPR with shock cycles
- Safety considerations
- Working within a team-based defibrillation sequence
Clinical Scenario Training
Hands-on scenarios simulate:
- In-hospital cardiac arrest
- Multi-provider CPR
- Emergency response team activation
- BVM ventilation under time pressure
Course Details
Certification
Participants receive:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certification
- Valid for 1 year
Certificates are delivered electronically within 2 business days.
Duration
- 2–4 hours (depending on experience)
- Fully in-person, hands-on
Locations
Offered across Ottawa:
- Kanata
- Stittsville
- Orleans
- Saint Laurent
Each site uses high-quality manikins, AED trainers, and clinical-grade BVM devices.
Compliance & Accreditation
Your BLS certification will meet requirements for:
- Ottawa Hospital
- Queensway Carleton Hospital
- CHEO
- Long-term care homes
- Private clinics
- Dentistry practices
- University healthcare programs
Because we train through both Canadian Red Cross and Heart & Stroke, your certification is recognized nationwide.
Why Choose First Aid Connect for BLS?
🩺 Healthcare-Focused Instructors
All instructors have real-world clinical experience.
💬 Small Class Sizes & Hands-On Practice
Maximizes coaching and individualized feedback.
📍 Multiple Ottawa Locations
Makes scheduling easy for both students and professionals.
🧪 Perfect for Students
We accommodate placement timelines and college deadlines.
Every year, thousands of healthcare providers in Ottawa must renew or obtain BLS before:
- Starting clinical placements
- Beginning hospital employment
- Maintaining professional licenses
- Applying to advanced medical programs
If you’re entering healthcare, BLS is a mandatory step.
