CPR & life support training in Jacksonville
CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS, ACLS & PALS Classes in Jacksonville, FL
Compare HSI and American Heart Association course options, find the credential your job requires and choose a live class date.
Not sure which credential you need? Confirm the course name and certifying organization with your employer before registering.
Hands-on training that builds confidence
Practice the skills—not just the test.
Learn in a supportive classroom where you can practice CPR, AED use and emergency-response skills with instructor guidance.
- Clear instruction for beginners and experienced professionals
- Hands-on practice with training manikins and AED trainers
- Options for individuals, healthcare teams and workplaces
CPR, AED & First Aid for workplaces and the community
Choose HSI when your employer accepts or specifically requests an HSI credential. HSI and American Heart Association credentials are different.
Basic CPR & AED
Hands-on CPR and AED training for workplace and community learners who need an HSI credential or want practical emergency-response skills.
- CPR and AED skill practice
- Workplace and community focus
- HSI course completion credential
First Aid & CPR
Combined training for learners who need CPR, AED and basic first aid preparation for a workplace, organization or personal readiness.
- CPR, AED and First Aid in one course
- Appropriate for many non-clinical settings
- HSI course completion credential
Heartsaver, BLS, ACLS & PALS
Choose an AHA course when your employer, school, licensing body or clinical role specifically requires an American Heart Association course completion card.
Heartsaver CPR & AED
For people with little or no medical training who need CPR and AED skills for work, regulatory requirements or emergency readiness.
- Designed for non-healthcare learners
- CPR and safe AED use
- AHA Heartsaver course completion card
First Aid CPR AED
Combined First Aid, CPR and AED training for people who need workplace preparation or want to respond confidently in an emergency.
- First Aid, CPR and AED in one course
- Online plus hands-on skills options
- AHA Heartsaver course completion card
Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
Pediatric-focused preparation for childcare, education and other learners who respond to emergencies involving infants and children.
- Pediatric emergency-response skills
- Useful for childcare and education settings
- AHA Heartsaver course completion card
Basic Life Support (BLS)
CPR and AED training for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need BLS skills in clinical or emergency-response settings.
- Commonly requested for healthcare roles
- High-quality CPR, AED and team response
- AHA BLS Provider course completion card
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Advanced training that builds on BLS for healthcare professionals who direct or participate in cardiovascular emergency response.
- For appropriately prepared clinical providers
- Team-based cardiovascular response
- AHA ACLS Provider course completion card
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Advanced pediatric emergency training for healthcare professionals who respond to emergencies involving infants and children.
- For appropriately prepared clinical providers
- Pediatric assessment and team response
- AHA PALS Provider course completion card
Choose carefully
HSI or American Heart Association?
Both organizations provide CPR and First Aid education, but the credential your employer accepts is what matters. Ask for the exact provider and course name.
| Question | HSI | American Heart Association |
|---|---|---|
| Who is it for? | Workplace, organization and community learners, depending on the requirement. | Heartsaver for non-healthcare learners; BLS, ACLS and PALS for healthcare and clinical roles. |
| Credential issued by | HSI | American Heart Association |
| Interchangeable? | Not always. Confirm what your employer, school or licensing body accepts before paying. | |
| Where do I start? | Choose CPR & AED or First Aid & CPR based on your requirement. | Choose Heartsaver for workplace needs, BLS for many healthcare roles or ACLS/PALS for advanced clinical requirements. |
Learn with Nurse Eunice
Experienced, encouraging instruction.
Florida Training Academy is nurse-owned and has served Jacksonville since 2008. Nurse Eunice and the instructional team focus on practical skills, clear explanations and a supportive learning environment.
Frequently asked questions
Register for the correct course the first time.
Are HSI and American Heart Association certifications the same?
No. HSI and the American Heart Association are different training organizations and issue different course completion credentials. Ask your employer or licensing body which organization and course it requires.
Which CPR class should a healthcare professional take?
Many healthcare employers request BLS. ACLS and PALS are advanced courses for specific clinical roles. Confirm the exact course and certifying organization with your employer.
What is the difference between Heartsaver and BLS?
Heartsaver courses are designed primarily for people with little or no medical training. BLS is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need CPR and AED skills in clinical or emergency-response settings.
Where are classes held?
Florida Training Academy is located at 631 Cassat Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32205. Review your registration confirmation for course-specific arrival instructions.
Do you provide CPR and First Aid training for groups?
Yes. On-site training may be available for workplaces, healthcare facilities, schools, childcare centers, churches and community organizations. Contact us with your group size, location and preferred dates.
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