Life Support Training

Please see the Updated Interim Guidance May 20, 2020  provided by the American Heart Association regarding 'grace periods' and extensions for expirations of AHA Instructor and Provider Course Completion Cards.

The Life Support Training Center is authorized by the American Heart Association to teach BLS, ACLS, PALS and HeartSaver CPR classes to our employees as well as community members.  We also process cards and support 140+ community BLS/CPR instructors.

Shore Medical Center Life Support Training Center
Mailing addess:   100 Medical Center Way
Physical Location:  15 West New York Avenue
PHONE: 609-653-3962  FAX: 609-926-4793

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​We will be holding American Heart Association Instructor courses on:

  • 4/13/24 and 10/19/24
  • 4/5/25, 7/19/25, and 10/4/25

Please call for information.

Information & Registration Forms

 

  • CLICK HERE​ for Registration Form for BLS, ACLS and PALS Courses
  • CLICK HERE for the Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED Registration form.

Effective 10/01/2018, course completion will be documented via eCards.  A unique email address will be required for each participant – please do not use a shared email address.  Students who have already created an account with the American Heart Association (AHA) should use the email associated with their existing account.  Instructions to claim eCards will be provided at each class. 

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA. 

Refund/Payment/Cancellation Policy: Payments are due with registration.  Refunds only when cancellation notice is received 2 weeks prior to course date.  Substitution of course date is permitted within the calendar year.  No refund after this time.  

Course registration is not confirmed until you have corresponded with the office regarding seat availability, fees, directions and use of a manual. Please contact the Training Center at 609-653-3962. 

It is recommended that you call to confirm seating before submitting registration. 

Current provider manual is required for all classes, in preparation and in class. A pre-test may be required, submitting scores and a completion certificate prior to the class. Contact the office for details. Verify appropriate 2020 course manual.  It is strongly suggested that participants review the manual before class. 

Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)

Summary:

The Basic Life Support Course teaches the how to perform single and two-person CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for adults, infants and children. 

Description:

This course is intended for participants who provide healthcare to patients in a wide variety of situations, including in-hospital, and out-of-hospital settings. These healthcare providers may include physicians, nurses, paramedics, EMS, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, physician's assistants, residents or fellows, medical or nursing assistants, and other allied health personnel. This course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a healthcare provider course for employment. This course does NOT include First Aid.  If your employer requires First Aid, CPR and AED please see the Heartsaver course option.

For a first time AHA BLS certification, or fist time CPR training, we offer a fully instructor led classroom structure which is named "Full BLS". This is offered once monthly and assures that all details are covered with an instructor in the classroom (not partially online).  This is also for those who had a prior BLS certification that expired/lapsed.  Contact the Training Center office to Register.

The American Heart Association also offers Blended Learning courses (hybrid format). We utilize this to renew a BLS certification that has not yet expired.  For BLS recertification, please go: https://elearning.heart.org/course/437 and take HeartCode BLS on-line.  Call 609-653-3962 to schedule an appointment for skills testing at Shore.  Once you have completed the HeartCode BLS on-line Part 1 print the completion certificate which must be submitted to this office.

The skills testing process takes approximately 45 minutes and the classes are limited to two students per session with an instructor.  You will have time with the instructor, to review, ask questions and practice before being tested.  The HeartCode® BLS, Part 1 Completion Certificate is required for entry into the Skills testing.  Upon successful completion of the skills portion you will be eligible to receive a BLS Provider eCard. 

All BLS (Full Class and Skills testing) is held in the Conference Center across Shore Road from the hospital, on the corner of New York Avenue and First Street.  Enter the building from the parking lot behind the building (between Centre Street and the bicycle path).  
 
A non-refundable fee of $46 covers both your Skills Testing and your completion card.  For Full BLS with the instructor (not hybrid), the fee is $80.00 including your ecard. This can be paid with a check or Money Order or with a credit card over the phone when you are scheduling.

Skills days begin at 7:30/8:15am with appointments at 45 minute intervals, filled on a rolling basis (next available opening). Some afternoon appointments are available. Please call for more information, and for scheduling.    

​2024 Dates

2025 Dates

Please call 609-653-3962 with any questions and thank you for taking the time to become BLS certified.

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED training teaches how to manage illness and injuries in the first few minutes until professional help arrives.  This course teaches basic first aid, medical emergencies, injury emergencies, use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and CPR for all age groups: adults, infants and children.   

Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA) or similar requirements, or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. HSFA/CPR/AED  is designated in NJ for licensed Massage Therapists and is often used/required for child care settings. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive an electronic course completion card, which is valid for two years.

We will be holding an AHA Heartsaver FA CPR AED course on: 

Please call for information.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider course is designed to train healthcare professionals in managing patients with acute cardiac illnesses using the most current methods available. Information will be reviewed and practice time will be made available to enhance proficiency in the following modalities:

  • Adjuncts for management of airway control and ventilation
  • Dysrhythmia recognition and cardiac monitoring
  • Synchronized cardioversion and defibrillation
  • Pharmacology for cardiac care
  • Management of acute MI and stroke
  • Management of bradycardic and tachycardic patients

Course Completion Requirements:  to receive a course completion card, the student must:

  • Complete pretest and achieve a passing grade (≥70)
  • Attend and participate in the entire course
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Adult BLS (CPR) skills
  • Pass skills tests
  • Pass written test.

Pre-requisites:

  • Current AHA Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) eCard 
  • Current AHA ACLS Provider eCard for renewal
  • Completed ACLS pre-test with a minimum score of 70%

ACLS Initial Course (2 days) 

  • Course Fee:  $290 
  • Registration form at General Information Page (Info & Registration Forms)
  • Shore Employees register via NetLearning and contact office for manual/instructions

Pre-requisites:

  • Current AHA Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) eCard 
  • Completed ACLS pre-test with a minimum score of 70%

ACLS Renewal

  • Course Fee: $200 
  • Shore Employees register via NetLearning and contact this office for manual/instructions

Pre-requisites:

  • Current AHA ACLS Provider eCard
  • Current AHA Basic Life Support Providers (BLS) eCard 
  • Completed pre-test with a minimum score of 70%

2024 ACLS Initial and Renewal Courses

2025 ACLS Initial and Renewal Courses

Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS)

The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training course is designed to prepare participants to perform advanced life support procedures on pediatric patients. Participants will receive training in the specific skills and concepts revolving around pediatric patients such as airway management and ventilation, vascular access, pediatric fluid therapy and pharmacology, cardiac disturbances and resuscitation.

Course Completion Requirements:  to receive a course completion card, the student must:

  • Complete pretest and achieve a passing grade (≥70)
  • Attend and participate in the entire course
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Adult BLS (CPR) skills
  • Pass skills tests
  • Pass written test.

PALS Full Course (2 days) 

  • Course Fee:  $290 
  • Registration form on General Information Page (Info & Registration Forms)
  • Shore Employees register via NetLearning and contact this office for manual/instructions

Prerequisites:

  • Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) eCard
  • Completion of on-line Pre-Test with a minimum score of 70%

PALS  Renewal

  • Cost: Course Fee:  $200
  • Shore Employees register via NetLearning and contact this office for manual/instructions

Pre-requisites:

  • Current AHA PALS Provider eCard
  • Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers eCard 
  • Completion of on-line Pre-Test with minimum score of 70%

Dates for 2024 PALS Initial and Renewal Courses

Dates for 2025 PALS Initial and Renewal Courses

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