Classes & Certifications
BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers is intended for all types of professions:
Doctors, nurses, dental, OT and PT’s, personal trainers, EMT’s, etc
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- Adult and pediatric CPR
- Two-rescuer scenarios and use of the bag-valve mask
- Foreign-body airway obstruction (conscious and unconscious)
- Automated external defibrillation (includes child AED update)
- Special resuscitation situations
- Other cardiopulmonary emergencies
- Stroke and cardiac arrest
Certification: American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers Course Completion Card is valid for two (2) years.
HEARTSAVER CPR/AED
The Heartsaver® CPR & AED course provides first responders with training in CPR & AED procedures.
The course covers:
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- Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED & Choking
The Heartsaver® CPR & AED course is intended for all individuals who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency due to job responsibilities or regulatory requirements. Childcare workers, teachers, police officers, lifeguards, parents and families.
Certification: American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED Course Completion Card that is valid for two (2) years.
ACLS
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support allows Healthcare providers to enhance their treatment abilities through Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support training. From basic life support to advanced interventions and from airway management to pharmacology and more, professionals hone their skills.
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HeartCode® is a Web-based, instructional course that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings. Through eSimulation students apply their knowledge to patient cases and see the results of their decisions in real-time.
PALS
HeartCode® PALS Part 1 is a web-based, self-directed program that teaches healthcare providers knowledge and skills needed to recognize and prevent cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children.
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Using eSimulation technology, students assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings where they can apply their knowledge to real-time decision-making and skills development. Debriefings and coaching are provided immediately after each simulation to facilitate learning about pediatric advanced life support.
After completing HeartCode PALS Part 1, students must successfully complete a hands-on skills practice and testing session (parts 2 and 3) with an AHA PALS Instructor.
become an instructor
If you are interested in becoming an instructor, we would love for you to go through our training.
Let us train your team!
We will come to you at your location and provide an on-site class.
How Certification Works/Steps Involved:
1
Choose Your Course
First, you select the right CPR course based on your needs, such as:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – for healthcare providers
- Heartsaver CPR/AED – for teachers, parents, coaches, general workplace
- ACLS/PALS – for medical professionals needing advanced training
2
Register for a Class
You sign up for an in-person course (or in some cases, a blended option with online learning + in-person skills), or we can come to your establishment to do a group course as well.
3
Complete the Training
During the class, you will:
- Learn CPR techniques through instructor-led teaching
- Watch demonstrations
- Practice hands-on skills using manikins (chest compressions, rescue breaths, AED use)
- Ask questions and receive guidance from a certified instructor
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Receive Your Certification
5
Renewal (Every 2 Years)
CPR certification is valid for two years. After that, you’ll need to take a renewal course to stay certified and up to date with current guidelines.
AHA Certification cards
Once you have completed the course you are taking you will receive an AHA card (shown here). The American Heart Association now provides these cards electronically and at the completion of your course we will send your card to the email you provide.
Benefits of CPR
- Empowers you to save a life when every second counts
- Builds confidence to act calmly in emergencies
Reduces fear and hesitation in high-pressure situations - Provides hands-on, practical lifesaving skills
Creates safer workplaces and communities - Demonstrates care, responsibility, and preparedness
- Gives families and caregivers peace of mind
Helps prevent tragedy by enabling immediate action - Turns everyday people into everyday heroes
FAQ’s
How long does my AHA certification last?
2 years
Am I required to purchase a student book?
Do the online classes include the skills check and certification?
What if I lose my card?
You can retrieve your current card at any time by entering your name and email at www.heart.org/cpr/mycards
What payment forms do you accept?
We accept cash, check, Mastercard, Visa, Venmo, and Zelle.
If I have paid for a course can I get a refund if I have to cancel?
You can reschedule any class as many times as you need to, however once payment is made no refund will be given.
Where are classes held?
About Us
CPR Training Services is proudly owned and operated by Misty Derrick, an American Heart Association Training Center with 27 years of experience serving the DFW Metroplex. For nearly three decades, we have been dedicated to teaching high-quality, lifesaving skills that help individuals and organizations stay prepared and confident in emergencies.
We offer a full range of American Heart Association courses, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, Heartsaver, and Bloodborne Pathogens training. Our students include healthcare providers, foster parents, child care professionals, and safety managers across a wide variety of industries.
What sets us apart is our commitment to people. We value the relationships we build and take pride in delivering engaging, professional AHA-certified classes. Training is available at our North Fort Worth/Keller location, as well as onsite for businesses and organizations throughout the DFW area.
What we’ve been up to recently…
Meet Our Team
Misty Derrick
Owner
Hi, I’m Misty Derrick, owner of CPR Training Services and an American Heart Association Training Center for the past 27 years.
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My first career was in dental hygiene, a profession I loved and dedicated 20 years to before following my true passion—CPR training.
CPR training has my heart. Meeting clients, building relationships, and serving people in my community has been the greatest blessing of this business. What I love most about my work is the people. Over the years, I’ve built meaningful relationships with our amazing clients, and they are truly what makes this work so fun and rewarding.
My faith and my family are the foundation of my life. My faith in Jesus is my greatest priority, and I’m incredibly blessed with a supportive husband, three adult children, and two beautiful grandbabies who bring me the greatest joy.
I’m truly honored to do what I love and to serve our community through lifesaving training.
Gracie Bolton
Instructor
Gracie is a graduate of Texas Tech University and has been teaching CPR with us for the past year.
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She works full-time in medical imaging and enjoys staying connected to the healthcare field through education. Teaching CPR allows her to combine her passion for helping others with the opportunity to meet people from a wide variety of professions.
Outside of work, Gracie loves spending time with her family, reading, music and expressing her creativity.
Calista Railsback
Instructor
Calista has been happily married to her husband for nearly 25 years and is a proud mom of three.
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She loves traveling, hiking, and discovering great food—and her newest passion is Zumba! Calista is a Licensed Vocational Nurse with over 20 years of experience and has served as a school nurse for almost nine years, a role she truly loves. She has been teaching CPR and First Aid classes for her school districts and joined our team last year. Calista is excited to meet you and looks forward to seeing you in her next class
REVIEWS
What Our Clients Say About Us
As always, Misty teaches a thorough AHA BLS without dragging it on for hours and hours. She’s extremely knowledgeable and kind. We’ll be back in another 2 years! 🙂
Misty did a great and thorough job on showing us step by step CPR! She made sure to include different scenarios and what to do in each, then put our skills to practice! Super inviting and fun!
I had a GREAT experience! Definitely recommend!!
Misty was a terrific trainer! She responded well to everyone's questions and comments. Our team feels much better prepared to address emergency situations.
