TL;DR
If you work in healthcare or your school asks for “BLS,” choose CPR BLS Basic Life Support for $55.
If you need CPR, AED, and First Aid for work, volunteering, childcare, church, safety, or general emergency readiness, choose Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid for $85.
If you only need First Aid, choose First Aid Only for $60.
The class you need depends on the requirement. Healthcare workers and clinical students usually need BLS.
Employees, teachers, caregivers, church volunteers, and general safety teams often need Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid.
People who only need wound care, injury response, and basic emergency care may need First Aid Only.
The Client Who Asks for “CPR” But Needs Something Else
A person messages Health Street and says:
“I’m looking to schedule an appointment to get my CPR and First Aid certification.”
Another says:
“I need CPR certification. What is the price?”
Another says:
“I’m a volunteer at the hospital and church. Can I take those classes and get certified?”
All three people used the word CPR, but they may not need the same class.
That is the search problem.
Most students do not start by knowing the course name. They start with the outcome they need:
- “I need to be certified.”
- “My job told me to get CPR.”
- “My school asked for BLS.”
- “My church wants volunteers trained.”
- “My workplace needs First Aid.”
The right answer depends on the requirement.
CPR Class Decision Table
| Your Situation | Best Class |
| Healthcare job, clinical school, nursing, dental, medical assisting | CPR BLS Basic Life Support |
| Workplace safety, teacher, caregiver, church volunteer, gym staff | Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid |
| You only need First Aid | Heartsaver First Aid Only |
| You need CPR and AED without healthcare-provider BLS | Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid |
| You are not sure what your job requires | Ask your employer for the exact course name |
Option 1: CPR BLS Basic Life Support
Price: $55
Register here: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=18740
BLS is commonly required for healthcare workers and clinical students.
Choose BLS if you are:
- A nursing student
- A medical assistant
- A dental worker
- A CNA student
- An EMT student
- A hospital employee
- A clinic employee
- Required to have “BLS for Healthcare Providers”
BLS includes CPR, but it is not the same as a general CPR class. It is more healthcare-focused.
Option 2: Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid
Price: $85
Schedule: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/schedule#ct18744
AHA describes Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED as training for people with little or no medical training who need First Aid, CPR, and AED training for job, regulatory, or preparedness needs.
Choose Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid if you are:
- A teacher
- A caregiver
- A church volunteer
- A workplace employee
- A coach
- A gym worker
- A parent
- A security worker
- Part of a business safety team
This class is useful because it combines emergency response skills into one practical training path.
Option 3: Heartsaver First Aid Only
Price: $60
Register: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=44082
First Aid Only is for people who need basic emergency care training, but do not need CPR or AED included.
This may include training for:
- Cuts
- Burns
- Injuries
- Sudden illness
- Basic emergency care
- Workplace incident response
If your requirement says CPR or AED, First Aid Only may not be enough.
Which Class Should a Church Volunteer Take?
A church volunteer in West University Place says:
“I work in ministry and want CPR training. I received online training two years ago, but I do not feel it was as effective as learning in person.”
This person may benefit from Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid, especially if they want hands-on practice and emergency readiness for church, family, or community situations.
The key question is:
Do they need healthcare-provider BLS, or general emergency response training?
If they are not in a healthcare-provider role, Heartsaver may be the better fit.
Which Class Should a Medical Assistant Take?
A person says:
“I need CPR certification so I can work as a CMA.”
For a medical role, the safer class to check first is BLS, because many healthcare employers require Basic Life Support rather than general CPR.
The user should confirm with the employer, but BLS is usually the more healthcare-aligned option.
Why This Matters
Registering for the wrong class can waste time and money.
A student who needs BLS but takes general CPR may still have to go back and take BLS. A workplace employee who only needs Heartsaver may not need a healthcare-provider course.
The goal is to match the class to the requirement before registering.
FAQ
Is BLS the same as CPR?
No. BLS includes CPR, but BLS is usually the healthcare-provider class. CPR is the broader skill category.
What CPR class do I need for a healthcare job?
Many healthcare jobs and clinical programs require BLS. Ask your employer or school for the exact course name.
What CPR class do I need for work safety?
Many workplace, school, church, and caregiver needs fit Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid.
How much is a BLS Class near me?
The CPR BLS Basic Life Support class at Health Street CPRologist is $55.
How much is Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid?
Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid is $85.
How much is First Aid Only?
Heartsaver First Aid Only is $60.
Not sure which CPR class to take?
Start with the requirement from your job, school, or organization. Then choose the course that matches.
BLS: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=18740
Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/schedule#ct18744
First Aid Only: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=44082
Health Street CPRologist
1710 S. Dairy Ashford Rd., Suite #207
Houston, TX 77077
Phone: (281) 920-9490
Text: (281) 713-4555
Email: info@cprologist.com
Leah F. is the Operations Director at Health Street CPRologist in Houston, Texas. She supports AHA course operations, student registration, instructor coordination, certification workflows, and class scheduling for CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, Heartsaver, First Aid, AED, and Spanish-language training programs. Her content helps students, healthcare professionals, employers, and community members choose the right certification class with clear, practical guidance.
CPR Class Sources
- BLS class link
Anchor: “CPR BLS Basic Life Support class”
URL: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=18740 - Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid schedule
Anchor: “Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid class”
URL: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/schedule#ct18744 - First Aid Only link
Anchor: “Heartsaver First Aid Only class”
URL: https://cprologist.enrollware.com/enroll?course=44082 - Spanish class link
Anchor: “Spanish AHA classes in Houston”
URL: https://www.cprologist.com/cpr-classes-in-spanish
