Updated September 2026 with current University of South Florida program information.

If you’re a University of South Florida student who needs BLS CPR certification, In-Pulse CPR offers convenient American Heart Association BLS Provider classes throughout the Tampa Bay area.

We regularly train nursing students and other healthcare students who need current CPR certification for school, clinical rotations, healthcare employment, or program requirements.

Which CPR Class Should USF Students Take?

If your USF program requires BLS certification, the course you’re most likely looking for is:

American Heart Association BLS Provider

BLS is designed for healthcare professionals and students preparing to work in clinical settings.

Training includes:

• Adult, child, and infant CPR

• AED use

• Rescue breathing

• Choking response

• Two-rescuer CPR

• High-quality chest compressions

• Team-based resuscitation skills

After successfully completing the course, students receive an American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard, typically valid for two years.

Does USF Require BLS Certification?

Requirements vary by college and program, so students should always follow the instructions provided by their specific USF department.

However, BLS certification is required in several USF Health programs.

For example, the USF College of Nursing Nurse Anesthesiology program currently requires Basic Life Support certification and specifically identifies American Heart Association CPR certification among its pre-program requirements.

USF’s Graduate Medical Education programs also require current BLS certification across all residency and fellowship programs.

If your program instructions specifically state:

American Heart Association BLS Provider

then our BLS Provider course is the appropriate certification.

If the wording is different, check with your program before registering.

Why USF Students Choose In-Pulse CPR

You do not necessarily have to wait for a CPR course offered through the university.

In-Pulse CPR gives students another convenient option with:

• American Heart Association BLS Provider certification

• Multiple Tampa Bay class locations

• Classes offered throughout the month

• Hands-on instructor-led training

• Adult, child, and infant CPR practice

• AED training

• Classes for first-time and renewing students

• Same-day or next-business-day eCard processing

• Student workbook included

Our goal is to make completing your BLS requirement straightforward so you can focus on school and clinical training.

Convenient BLS Classes Near USF

In-Pulse CPR offers regularly scheduled classes throughout the Tampa Bay area.

Whether you’re attending USF Tampa, studying through USF Health, or completing clinical rotations elsewhere in the region, you can choose the class date and location that works best with your schedule.

View Upcoming Tampa Bay BLS CPR Classes

When registering, select the BLS Provider option.

What Should I Bring to Class?

Bring a valid photo ID and wear comfortable clothing because you will be practicing CPR skills on manikins.

No previous CPR experience is required.

Your workbook is included, and after successfully completing the course, you will receive your American Heart Association BLS Provider eCard.

Don’t Wait Until Your Clinical Deadline

Healthcare students often need to provide proof of current BLS certification before beginning clinical experiences, internships, or other program activities.

Waiting until the last minute can create unnecessary stress.

If your BLS certification is expiring soon or you have an upcoming clinical deadline, completing the course early can help ensure your certification is ready when your program requests it.

Need BLS Certification for USF?

In-Pulse CPR offers hands-on American Heart Association BLS classes throughout Tampa Bay for University of South Florida students and healthcare professionals.

Find an Upcoming BLS CPR Class

Choose your location, select your class, and register online.

Related Resources

• University of South Florida CPR Requirements

• USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Taneja College of Pharmacy, and Heart Institute CPR Classes

• On-Site CPR Training in Central Tampa & Westshore

• CPR Certification Near University of Tampa

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Updated September 2026: This page has been revised with current University of South Florida healthcare-program information, updated BLS course details, and corrected Tampa Bay class-registration links. Because CPR requirements vary by USF program, students should always confirm the exact certification required by their department.

• University of South Florida CPR requirements
• USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Taneja College of Pharmacy, and Heart Institute CPR classes
• On-Site CPR Training Central Tampa & Westshore | AHA BLS Certification
• Corporate CPR Training for OSHA Compliance in the Tampa Bay and Greater Florida
• CPR Certification Near University of Tampa – American Heart Classes Weekly