Frequently asked questions

We teach American Heart Association courses for healthcare professionals and the public:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) for nurses, physicians, EMTs, students, and clinical staff.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) for advanced providers.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) for pediatric and emergency care teams.
• Heartsaver® First Aid/CPR/AED for workplace and community responders.

Browse all classes on the Courses page. New to this? Read How to Choose the Right CPR Certification.

Go to the course page you need (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, Heartsaver) and click the “View Classes” / “Register” button.
If you want a specific training site, start from Locations and choose the location first — those pages link to our live schedule with the location pre-selected.

Yes. We are an American Heart Association training provider. All successful students receive an official AHA eCard. If you need help choosing the right course, see our Courses Page, compare BLS vs. ACLS, or contact us.

Yes. Use the “Payment URL” shown on the AHA class page (or the link emailed to you) to complete registration.
If you can’t find it, just contact us and we’ll send the correct link.

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.

Yes — AHA eLearning (“HeartCode”) modules for BLS, ACLS, and PALS with an in-person or virtual skills session.
You can also review all options here: E-Learning CPR & First Aid Courses.

Cancellations made 48+ hours before the scheduled class will incur a $25 cancellation fee, with the remainder refunded to the original payment method.
No-shows: no refund.
Need to switch dates? See the reschedule policy below or contact us.
Full details: Terms & Conditions.

Yes — reschedule up to 48 hours before your class at no charge. For late changes, reach out and we’ll do our best to help.

You can retake with instructor support right away at no cost. Online tests allow you to retry up to 3 times.
Prep help: How to Prepare for Your CPR Certification Exam.

Yes. We bring AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Heartsaver to your facility. Start here: On-Site Training or request a quote.

Yes, discounts for larger groups and recurring trainings. Tell us your headcount and location: On-Site Training.

All major credit/debit cards are accepted during registration. Payment is made online during the registration process.

Email admin@gearupwithcpr.com or call/text (347) 541-8630.
You can also use our contact form.

Start with the Instructor Courses page. Typical path:

1. Hold/obtain current provider status.
2. Complete the AHA Instructor Essentials online module.
3. Finish the Instructor course with us.
4. Co-teach and pass a monitored class with Training Center Faculty.

Questions? We’re happy to help.

All courses require the current AHA manual; a CPR pocket mask is recommended for skills. See requirements on BLS, ACLS, PALS, or Heartsaver, or ask us.

We run classes across the NYC area and beyond.
See all training sites and schedules: Locations.

Popular locations:

• Manhattan, NY
• Brooklyn, NY
• Queens, NY
• Tinley Park, IL
• St. Louis, MO
• Orlando, FL

Typical in-person durations (may vary by class size/format):

• BLS: ~2-4 hours.
• ACLS ~4–6 hours; initial may be longer.
• PALS: ~4–6 hours; initial may be longer.
• Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED: ~ 1 1/2-3 hours.

For a sense of the flow and pacing, read What to Expect During Your CPR Certification Class.

Healthcare professionals and students usually need BLS.
Teachers, coaches, childcare providers, and general workplace responders typically choose Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED.
To compare options, see Choosing the Right CPR Certification and BLS vs. ACLS. Still unsure? Ask us and we’ll confirm what your employer requires.