Taught by experienced, professional paramedics and nurses, these high-quality, science-based courses are open to the general public and professional healthcare/medical rescue personnel. The American Heart Association (AHA) developed all of the CPR courses which are taught using the most current materials and techniques. After passing a skills review and written exam, receive an AHA certification card valid for two years.

Courses

NRN-518 BLS Skills Testing

NRN-519 Heartsaver CPR/AED Skills Testing

NRN-520 Heartsaver First Aid Skills Testing

NSN-308 CPR for Healthcare Professionals

NRG-339 Heart Saver AED

NRN-332 Heart Saver First Aid CPR AED

Requirements

• Textbooks and pocket masks are available at the AACC Bookstore. Students are expected to finish reading assignments before class and bring their textbook and pocket mask to each class.
• Dress appropriately.
• Students who do not come prepared to class may be asked to attend another class.
• For re-certification classes, students must bring a current CPR card to the class. The card must be current on the first day of class.

Credentials

Receive CPR/BLS certification and re-certification for professionals.

How to Register

Students taking noncredit classes don't need to apply for admission to AACC. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for summer courses is open. Registration for fall 2026 opens July 14! Please check course availability prior to registration.

Learn more about registering.

If you have previously taken classes at AACC, you must log in using your AACC account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.

If you would like help, email the Continuing Education Office or call 410-777-2325.

CALT CLOSURE ALERT

The School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development offices located in CALT 115 will be CLOSED from June 7 through June 27. The Continuing Education registration desk will be temporarily located in the Student Services Center (SSVC), first floor on the main Arnold campus.

Visit our campus map to locate these offices.

MyAACC Email

Upon registering for your course, regularly check your MyAACC account and AACC email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your AACC student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing MyAACC, visit our email instructional page or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, visit our translated webpage.

Related Studies

• Nursing