What Is an Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station?

An Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station is a self-guided In-Person Skills Check. You complete the online course, then demonstrate your hands-on CPR skills on a manikin that gives you real-time feedback. You get unlimited attempts until you pass, and you get your AHA certification the same day.

Infinite

Attempts

100-120

Target rate

Same day

Certification

How an In-Person Skills Check Works

Getting your certification is simple with an Official AHA CPR Verification Station. Complete your online course, book an appointment at a nearby location, and demonstrate your hands-on CPR skills to earn your eCard. Here’s how the process works.

Step 1

Finish Your Online Course

Start by completing the online portion of your selected course, whether it’s BLS, ACLS, or PALS. Once you finish the online training, you’ll be ready to schedule your In-Person Skills Check and demonstrate the skills you’ve learned.

Step 2

Book Your Appointment

Find a convenient location using our location finder and book your In-Person Skills Check at a time that works for you. With locations across multiple areas, you can choose a nearby station and plan your visit around your schedule.

Step 3

Complete Your Skills Check and Get Your eCard

At your appointment, demonstrate your hands-on CPR skills using a manikin that provides real-time feedback on your performance. You get unlimited attempts until you pass, allowing you to improve your technique as needed. Once you complete your In-Person Skills Check, you’ll receive your official AHA eCard the same day.

Already Completed Your Online Course?

If you’ve already completed the required online portion of your AHA BLS, ACLS, or PALS course—including a course purchased directly from the American Heart Association (AHA)—you don’t need to purchase it again.

Choose the Skills Only registration option to book your in-person skills session without paying again for the online portion.

Have your online course completion certificate ready, and bring any documentation required by your selected station.

Why People Choose a CPR Verification Station

An Official AHA CPR Verification Station offers a convenient way to complete your In-Person Skills Check after finishing your online course. With a self-guided process, real-time manikin feedback, and same-day eCard issuance after passing, you can complete your required skills check with confidence.

Self-Guided Experience

Complete your In-Person Skills Check independently using a manikin that provides real-time feedback on your CPR performance. This self-guided approach lets you focus on your technique and work through the required skills at your own pace.

Official Same-Day Certification

Once you successfully pass your In-Person Skills Check, you receive your official American Heart Association eCard the same day. It’s a convenient way to complete the hands-on requirement and obtain your certification without unnecessary delays.

Quick and Easy Process

Getting started is straightforward. Complete your online course, book an appointment at a nearby CPR Verification Station, and arrive ready to demonstrate your skills. Booking your appointment in advance helps you plan your visit around your schedule.

A More Comfortable Skills Check

Real-time feedback from the manikin helps you understand how you’re performing as you demonstrate your CPR skills. The self-guided format allows you to concentrate on your technique throughout the assessment.

Unlimited Attempts Until You Pass

You don’t have to pass on your first attempt. You get unlimited attempts until you complete your In-Person Skills Check, allowing you to adjust your technique based on the manikin’s feedback and meet the required skills criteria.

Who Is an In-Person Skills Check For?

An In-Person Skills Check is for anyone who needs to complete the hands-on portion of their AHA BLS, ACLS, or PALS course. BLS certification isn’t just for healthcare workers. Whether you work in healthcare, emergency response, or another field that requires CPR training, an Official AHA CPR Verification Station provides a convenient way to complete your required skills check.

Whether you’re renewing your certification or completing your training for the first time, you can finish your online course and book an In-Person Skills Check at a convenient location.

BLS certification is commonly needed by professionals who rely on CPR and emergency response skills, including:

Nurses: Maintain the CPR and life support skills required for their roles.

Doctors: Demonstrate essential CPR and resuscitation skills.

Firefighters: Prepare to respond to medical emergencies as part of their duties.

Paramedics: Maintain the hands-on skills needed to provide emergency care.

Healthcare Providers: Meet workplace or professional certification requirements.

Other Individuals: Anyone who needs or wants BLS certification for their job, education, or professional development.

Courses You Can Complete

An Official AHA CPR Verification Station allows you to complete the In-Person Skills Check for select courses after finishing the required online training. Whether you need BLS, ACLS, or PALS, you can book an appointment to demonstrate your hands-on skills and work toward your certification.

BLS

Basic Life Support

BLS certification is valuable for healthcare professionals and anyone who needs to meet BLS training requirements for their job or professional credentials. The course covers essential lifesaving skills, including CPR and responding to cardiac emergencies. Complete your online course, then schedule an In-Person Skills Check at a nearby Official AHA CPR Verification Station.

ACLS

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

This ACLS course is designed for healthcare professionals who participate in managing cardiovascular emergencies and require advanced life support training. After completing the required online course, book your In-Person Skills Check to demonstrate the applicable hands-on skills.

PALS

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

This PALS class is intended for healthcare professionals involved in the assessment and treatment of infants and children experiencing serious cardiopulmonary emergencies. Complete the required online training and schedule your In-Person Skills Check to fulfill the hands-on skills requirements.

Booking More Than One Course?

Planning to complete BLS, ACLS, or PALS courses during the same visit? Each course requires its own one-hour appointment slot. Book your appointments back-to-back, so you have a separate reserved slot for each In-Person Skills Check.

Official American Heart Association National Training Center

When completing an In-Person Skills Check, choose a training provider that follows the official American Heart Association (AHA) training and certification process. An Official AHA National Training Center supports authorized training and issues the appropriate course completion eCard to eligible participants who meet all requirements.

Official American Heart Association Training

The AHA provides science-based CPR and emergency cardiovascular care training to develop essential lifesaving skills. Completing your online course and required In-Person Skills Check through the authorized process fulfills the applicable hands-on skills requirements for your selected course.

Receive Your Official eCard

After successfully meeting the course requirements, you can receive your official AHA eCard as proof of completion. You can share it with employers or organizations requiring certification, and its verification details help confirm authenticity.

Complete Your Skills Check With Confidence

An Official AHA CPR Verification Station offers a self-guided hands-on skills assessment using a feedback-enabled manikin. Complete your online training, book an appointment, and demonstrate the required skills as part of your certification process.

Find a CPR Verification Station Near You

Finding a convenient place to complete your in-person skills check is easy with 100+ locations nationwide. Whether you need BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification, use our AHA Course Finder to explore available CPR Verification Stations and find a location that works for you. After completing your online course, book an in-person appointment to demonstrate your hands-on skills and complete the certification process. Availability and hours vary by location, so check your selected station’s page before booking.

Explore the AHA course finder to browse available stations, or visit your state’s location hub to find options nearby. Since hours vary by location, check the individual station’s page before booking.

Frequently Asked Question

What is a CPR Verification Station?

An Official American Heart Association CPR Verification Station is a self-guided In-Person Skills Check. You finish the online course, demonstrate your CPR skills on a feedback-enabled manikin, and get unlimited attempts until you pass, with your AHA certification eCard issued the same day.

Is it the same certification as a classroom course?

Yes. When you complete the required online portion and successfully pass your approximately 30-minute, self-guided, in-person skills session, you receive the same official American Heart Association (AHA) BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification as the corresponding instructor-led classroom course. You can make unlimited attempts at the skills assessment, and your AHA eCard is issued the same day after successful completion.

How long does the In-Person Skills Check take?

Book a one-hour appointment for your In-Person Skills Check. Most people finish quickly, depending on their progress and performance.

What if I don't pass on my first try?

You get unlimited attempts until you pass your In-Person Skills Check. Use the manikin’s real-time feedback to adjust your technique and try again.

When do I get my card?

You receive your American Heart Association eCard the same day you pass. You can then use your eCard as proof of successful course completion.

Do I need to be a healthcare worker to take BLS?

No, BLS is for anyone who needs or wants BLS certification. You don’t have to work in healthcare to complete the course.

Can I do more than one course in one visit?

Yes, you can complete more than one course during the same visit. Book back-to-back one-hour appointment slots, with one slot for each course.

What are the hours?

Hours vary by location, so check your chosen location’s page for current opening hours before booking.