For Police, Firefighters, and EMS Professionals
Be prepared when every second counts. Our American Heart Association Authorized Training equips emergency response personnel with the skills, certifications, and confidence needed to take action in critical situations. Whether you’re a first responder, firefighter, law enforcement officer, or part of an EMS crew, our classes are built for real-world response — fast, hands-on, and team-oriented.
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We offer training at our Raleigh, NC center, and provide on-site courses across North Carolina — including Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Greensboro — as well as the Richmond, VA area, serving Henrico, Midlothian, Mechanicsville, and Short Pump.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Classes
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers is the core certification for EMTs, paramedics, and other field personnel who deliver hands-on emergency care.
This American Heart Association Authorized Training covers high-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants, as well as AED use and airway obstruction response.
BLS certification is required by most EMS agencies and public safety departments and is ideal for initial credentialing or renewal for compliance. We offer both in-person and blended (Heartcode) options to fit station schedules and shift coverage.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Classes
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is an advanced-level course for paramedics, ALS-certified EMTs, and specialized response units responsible for managing adult cardiac emergencies in the field.
This AHA Authorized Training builds on BLS foundations with a focus on team-based response, rhythm interpretation, airway management, pharmacology, and resuscitation protocols for pulseless arrest, bradycardia, and tachycardia.
ACLS is recommended for personnel operating in high-acuity or leadership roles within EMS teams or critical incident response.
Heartsaver CPR, AED & First Aid Classes
Heartsaver CPR, AED & First Aid training is designed for non-clinical responders, including law enforcement officers, volunteer firefighters, search and rescue teams, school safety personnel, and public works employees.
These courses provide essential skills for responding to medical emergencies in the field — without requiring a clinical background. Participants learn to perform CPR, use an AED, respond to choking, and administer basic first aid. Training is available in classroom and blended formats, with AHA certification that supports departmental readiness and OSHA-aligned safety protocols.
(All certifications are good for two years)
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Heartsaver CPR/AED – Adult, Child, Infant + First Aid
- Heartsaver CPR/AED – Adult, Child, Infant
- Heartsaver CPR AED and First Aid Online with Skill Evaluation
- Heartsaver CPR AED Online with Skill Evaluation
- Heartsaver First Aid Online with Skill Evaluation
- Heartsaver Pediatric CPR AED Online with Skills Evaluation
- Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Online
Why Emergency Teams Train with the Response Institute | CPR Consultants for CPR, AED & First Aid
- American Heart Association Authorized Training Center
- Designed for first responders: practical, fast-paced, and realistic
- Courses meet regulatory standards for EMTs, medics, and field personnel
- Group training available at your station, department, or academy
- Certification tracking available for department compliance needs
- Trusted by emergency agencies across NC and VA
Proudly Serving Departments & Agencies Across North Carolina & Virginia
Our training supports fire departments, EMS squads, police agencies, and first responder units in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and across the Richmond metro area, including Henrico, Midlothian, Mechanicsville, and Short Pump.
We can guide you or your training officer to the right course—whether you’re getting certified for the first time or renewing for compliance.
