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BeginCPR Policy – Red Cross BLS vs. AHA BLS

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Certain students enroll in the Red Cross BLS course only to discover subsequently that an AHA BLS Certification is required.

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🔄 Switching Policy

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  • Please notify us as soon as you discover you need AHA instead of ARC.

  • If you arrive at an ARC class but need AHA, you have 15 minutes to decide:

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Switch to AHA BLS    AHA  BLS for Healthcare Provider Class

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  • Leave the ARC class and attend the AHA class (we often schedule AHA right after ARC).

  • If no AHA class follows, you may reschedule for the next available AHA date.

  • You cannot sit in on the ARC class while waiting.

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  • ​If you switch from ARC to AHA only (no dual cert):

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  • You simply pay the difference in fees:

    • AHA Initial/Renewal: $80 vs. ARC $75 → pay $5 difference

 

✅ Reminder: Both AHA and Red Cross certifications are valid for 2 years, and most healthcare providers/employers accept either. Always confirm which certification your employer or school requires before registering.

Begin CPR, LLC is an authorized Training Provider of American Red Cross. American Red Cross Cards Issued will be issued by our Training Center Begin CPR, LLC or any of our Training Sites, Ocampo Family Wellness & Training and Begin Classes.

To keep classes safe and focused, only registered participants may attend. Pets aren’t allowed, except service or emotional support animals. Please notify us at least 48 hours before class, and be prepared to provide documentation if requested.

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