American Heart Association courses · Miami, FL
Learn the SkillsThat Save Lives
Professional, hands-on CPR, BLS and First Aid classes taught by a working Firefighter/Paramedic. Build the knowledge and confidence to respond when it matters most.
- AHA coursesOfficial American Heart Association curriculum
- Taught by a medicMiami-Dade Firefighter/Paramedic instructor
- Hands-onReal practice on manikins and AED trainers
- AHA eCardIssued after successful completion
Certification courses
CPR classes for every need
Every course is four hours, in person and built around hands-on practice. Pick the certification your job, school or family needs.
Heartsaver CPR/AED
CPR/AED training for individuals who need certification for work, school, childcare, or general preparedness.
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ACLS Provider
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Advanced resuscitation for healthcare professionals who direct or take part in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies.
For: Physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists
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PALS Provider
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced life support for healthcare professionals who respond to emergencies in infants and children, from respiratory distress to cardiac arrest.
For: Pediatric, ER and ICU staff, paramedics, nurses
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Who we train
Training for the people who show up first
Emergencies don't wait for the ambulance. Whether it's your job requirement or your peace of mind, we'll help you find the right class.
Healthcare professionals
Meet your employer or licensing requirement with high-quality BLS training.
Recommended: BLS Provider
Teachers
Be ready for emergencies in the classroom, on the field and on field trips.
Recommended: K–12 CPR/First Aid
Schools
Train your staff together with a private group class for your school.
Next step: Request a group class
Businesses
Prepare your team to respond to cardiac emergencies at work.
Recommended: Heartsaver CPR/AED
Parents & caregivers
Gain the confidence to protect the people you care for most.
Recommended: Heartsaver CPR/AED
How it works
Certified in four simple steps
Booking takes about two minutes. We'll take care of the rest.
- 1
Choose a course
BLS, Heartsaver CPR/AED or K–12 CPR/First Aid.
- 2
Pick a date
See every open class date and time, updated monthly.
- 3
Pay securely
Check out online and get an instant confirmation email.
- 4
Train & certify
Four hands-on hours, then your AHA eCard after completion.
4 hrsof focused, hands-on practice
Our approach
Less lecture. More practice.
You won't learn CPR by watching slides. Our classes pair clear, straightforward instruction with plenty of time on manikins and AED trainers, so the skills stick.
- Small, focused classes with personal coaching on your technique
- Real-world scenarios from someone who responds to emergencies for a living
- A relaxed, encouraging environment — no prior experience needed
- Clear class details, arrival instructions and reminders sent before class
Peter Asencio
Founder & Lead Instructor
- Firefighter/Paramedic, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue
- American Heart Association BLS Instructor
- American Heart Association Heartsaver Instructor
- Associate Degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Your instructor
Learn from someone who does this for real
Peter Asencio is a Firefighter/Paramedic with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. He brings real emergency experience into every class — what actually happens on a call, what matters most in the first minutes, and how to stay calm and act.
He created Pulse CPR to make professional, hands-on CPR training straightforward and engaging, so every participant leaves with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond.
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