Who BLS is for
BLS is the AHA course for healthcare professionals, trained first responders, and healthcare students. That includes nurses, CNAs, EMTs, dental teams, medical assistants, and clinical staff. Many Charlotte healthcare employers ask for BLS rather than a general CPR card. For example, Atrium Health’s onboarding page asks Greater Charlotte teammates for a current AHA BLS for the Healthcare Provider card or an American Red Cross BLS card, valid at least 90 days after hire. Some facilities that use RQI accept only RQI credentials, so check with your manager or educator before booking.
