Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
People wearing red pants and gloves practice CPR on training mannequins outdoors, pressing on the mannequins’ chests while kneeling on blue mats.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Program Overview

These classes can fill up. Both an application and payment for the course are required to secure your spot. We require sufficient time prior to registration to ensure enough instructional staff is available. You will not be allowed to show up on the day of class and participate if you have not previously been registered or purchased course materials. SUNY Niagara reserves the right to cancel courses due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances.

  • Program Length: 4-5 Hours
  • Tuition Cost: $75 (Course fee does not include required course materials)
  • Location / Format: SUNY Niagara, 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, Room C-226

Certification Prepared For

The American Heart Association CPR/AED course meets training requirements for healthcare providers and students, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, EMTs, X-ray techs, surgical techs, etc. It covers CPR, AED use, choking, and rescue breathing for adults, children, and infants. Participants receive a Two-Year American Heart Association Card upon successful completion.


Dates to Choose From

  • Monday, July 20th @ 6:00 p.m.
  • Monday, August 10th @ 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 15th @ 9:00 a.m.
  • Wednesday, August 19th @ 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 22nd @ 9:00 a.m.
  • Wednesday, September 2nd @ 6:00 p.m.

Program Contact

Workforce Development Phone: 716-614-6236 Email: workforce@niagaracc.suny.edu