AHA-Certified Training

CPR Certification Training Center in St. Louis

St. Louis’s top-rated, AHA-certified CPR & emergency training center. We provide BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Heartsaver First Aid & AED courses with same-day AHA eCards. Our American Heart Association–certified instructors deliver hands-on training for nurses, doctors, teachers, first responders, and community members. Choose flexible in-person or blended learning at our St. Louis training center, with on-site group classes for hospitals, schools, and workplaces across the metro.

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Emergency Training in St. Louis

Courses at Our St. Louis Training Center

AHA-certified classes for healthcare professionals, first responders, teachers, and community members.

BLS Certification Classes

BLS Course Notes

BLS Provider training for healthcare professionals and students in clinical programs. Same-day AHA eCard issued upon successful skills testing. Evening and weekend classes available at our St. Louis training center.

What You’ll Learn in BLS

  • Adult, child, and infant CPR with AED use
  • Two-rescuer team-based resuscitation & bag-valve-mask ventilation
  • Rescue breathing and choking relief (conscious & unconscious)
  • Recognition of cardiac arrest and stroke; special resuscitation situations
  • Overview of advanced airways and integrations during CPR
  • Hands-on skills practice and competency testing for same-day AHA eCard

BLS Frequently Asked Questions

1) How long is AHA BLS valid? ▼
AHA BLS Provider eCards are valid for 2 years from the issue date. Most St. Louis–area hospitals, schools, and employers recognize the AHA standard. Learn more on our BLS course page.
2) Should I take Initial or Renewal? ▼
Choose Renewal if you hold a current or recently expired AHA BLS card and your employer allows it. If your card is long expired, you’re new to BLS, or trained elsewhere, book BLS Provider (Initial).
3) What is BLS Skills-Only (HeartCode)? ▼
Skills-Only is the in-person check after completing HeartCode BLS online. Bring your HeartCode completion certificate to your St. Louis session for same-day certification.
4) What should I bring to class? ▼
A valid photo ID and comfortable clothing for skills practice. All courses require an AHA manual — see the confirmation email you received for more details.
For a full walkthrough of class flow, read What to Expect During Your CPR Certification Class.
If you need accommodations, let us know.
5) Do you offer evenings or weekends in St. Louis? ▼
Yes. We publish regular evening and weekend options in St. Louis. If you need specific dates for a group or employer, explore our Onsite Training.

ACLS Certification Classes

ACLS Course Notes

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support for emergency and critical-care providers. Build on BLS to master team dynamics, airway & pharmacology, rhythm recognition, and post–cardiac arrest care. Same-day AHA eCard issued upon successful completion.

What You’ll Learn in ACLS

  • High-quality CPR and ACLS survey with team roles & communication
  • Adult cardiac arrest algorithms & immediate post–cardiac arrest care
  • Airway management & ventilation strategies; adjuncts and medications
  • Rhythm recognition & defibrillation for brady/tachy & cardiac arrest
  • Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and stroke identification & response
  • Megacode practice in case-based scenarios with medication selection

ACLS Frequently Asked Questions

1) How long is AHA ACLS valid? ▼
AHA ACLS Provider eCards are valid for 2 years. Most St. Louis hospitals and employers accept AHA. Details on the ACLS course page.
2) Should I take Initial or Renewal? ▼
Choose Renewal if you have a current (or recently expired if your employer allows) AHA ACLS card. If your card is long expired, you’re new to ACLS, or trained elsewhere, book ACLS Provider (Initial).
3) What is ACLS Skills-Only (HeartCode)? ▼
It’s the hands-on checkoff after completing HeartCode ACLS online. Bring your HeartCode completion certificate to your St. Louis skills session for same-day certification.
4) What should I bring? Do I need a manual? ▼
Bring a photo ID and wear comfortable clothing for skills practice. The AHA requires access to the ACLS Provider Manual for class—purchase one if you don’t already have it (details in your confirmation email). If you need accommodations, let us know.
5) Do I need BLS with ACLS? ▼
Many employers require a current BLS card in addition to ACLS. Because ACLS builds on BLS, consider adding a BLS Renewal if your card is expiring. We also offer onsite group training if your unit needs both.

PALS Certification Classes

PALS Course Notes

Pediatric Advanced Life Support for emergency and critical-care teams who treat infants and children. Build on BLS to master systematic pediatric assessment, respiratory & shock management, algorithms, team dynamics, and post-resuscitation care. Same-day AHA eCard upon completion.

What You’ll Learn in PALS

  • Systematic pediatric assessment & decision-making
  • Recognition & management of respiratory failure and shock
  • PALS algorithms for brady/tachy rhythms, cardiac arrest & post-ROSC care
  • Airway management, ventilation, defibrillation, and pediatric dosing
  • Team roles, communication, and closed-loop feedback in resuscitation
  • Scenario-based megacode practice for infants & children

PALS Frequently Asked Questions

1) How long is AHA PALS valid? ▼
AHA PALS Provider eCards are valid for 2 years. Hospitals and EMS agencies across St. Louis accept AHA. See the PALS course page.
2) Should I take Initial or Renewal? ▼
Book Renewal if your AHA PALS card is current (some employers allow a short grace window—often 30 days). If your card is well past expiration, you’re new to PALS, or trained elsewhere, choose PALS Provider (Initial). When in doubt, confirm with your employer.
3) What is PALS Skills-Only (HeartCode)? ▼
It’s the in-person skills check after completing HeartCode PALS online (also available via onlineAHA). Email us or bring your completion certificate to your St. Louis session to receive your eCard.
4) Do I need the PALS Provider Manual? ▼
Yes—the AHA requires access to the current PALS Provider Manual for class. If you don’t have one, you can purchase it during registration and pick it up at class. Check your confirmation email for details.
5) Who typically needs PALS? ▼
PALS is commonly required for pediatrics, PICU/NICU, ED, anesthesia, transport, and EMS roles caring for infants and children. Many employers also require a current BLS card alongside PALS.

Community & Workplace Training

Heartsaver® CPR, First Aid & AED

Practical, AHA-aligned training for schools, childcare, coaches, and workplaces. Choose the option that fits your needs, then learn more on our Heartsaver page.

Need training at your facility? Explore On-Site Team Training.

Your Certification in 3 Simple Steps

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Step 1: Book Your Class

Choose your course online in minutes. Flexible schedules, evening & weekend options available.

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Step 2: Hands-On Training

Learn from AHA-certified instructors with real-world experience. Practice CPR skills that stick.

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Step 3: Get Certified

Leave with your same-day AHA eCard, employer-accepted and ready for work or school requirements.

Your Certification, Simplified.

Meet James Lukose, PA — Founder of GEAR UP with CPR

James leads all GEAR UP emergency training centers, including our St. Louis location, where instructors cover many classes (BLS, ACLS, PALS, or Heartsaver). Small classes that prioritize hands-on practice, and same-day eCards that meet hospital and employer emergency training requirements. Evening and weekend sessions are available at our St. Louis training center, and we can bring on-site training to your workplace for teams.

  • AHA-certified instruction focused on real-world scenarios
  • Small group sizes → more reps, personalized feedback
  • Same-day eCard delivery; employer-accepted certificates
  • Flexible scheduling; fast rescheduling when life happens
  • On-site training that fits your team’s calendar

Bottom line: With James Lukose, PA, and the GEAR UP with CPR team, you’ll leave confident, certified, and ready to act in any emergency.

James Lukose, PA — AHA-Certified Instructor
James Lukose, PA AHA-Certified Instructor & Founder
Your instructor, James — approachable, experienced, and ready to help you certify
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What Students Say About Our St. Louis CPR Classes

“Fantastic class—clear, hands-on, and actually fun.”

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Convenient location for CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Heartsaver classes. Easy access for healthcare teams, schools, and community members across the St. Louis metro.

  • Central West End
  • Midtown
  • Benton Park
  • Holly Hills
  • Clayton
  • Brentwood
  • Webster Groves
  • Crestwood
  • Olivette
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