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BLS Certification for Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties

BLS certification for Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties: CPR Philadelphia teaches the AHA BLS Provider skills session at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, reached from Fishtown and Kensington by the L from Front-Girard or Berks to 15th St. Finish HeartCode BLS online first (sold separately by the AHA), then plan on about 60 minutes in person. The card is valid for 2 years.

Getting here

From Fishtown and Kensington to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd

Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties line the L north and east of Center City, with stations at Front-Girard (1200 N Front St) and Berks. Temple University Hospital's Episcopal Campus, with a full emergency department, is at 100 E Lehigh Ave in Kensington.

  • SEPTA Metro L

    Ride the L from Front-Girard (1200 N Front St) or Berks west to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.

  • SEPTA Metro L

    Berks station also serves the L toward 15th St and Center City.

  • By car

    Driving in from the east (I-95 Exit 22 or the Ben Franklin Bridge), take I-676 west; the 22nd St off-ramp is a westbound exit only. I-676 has no exit numbers. Check a live map for current ramps and the last few blocks to JFK Blvd.

Classroom
1819 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 307, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Center City)
Regional Rail
Suburban Station, street stair at 18th St and JFK Blvd
SEPTA Metro
T trolleys at 19th St; L and B at 15th St and City Hall
By car
I-676: 23rd St exit eastbound, 22nd St off-ramp westbound
Full directions and map

Near you

Hospitals and programs around Fishtown

Why people from Fishtown take BLS

Fishtown and Kensington nurses and emergency staff, including those at Temple's Episcopal Campus, can ride the L from Front-Girard or Berks to 15th St for the 60 minute BLS skills session.

Hospitals and medical centers

  • Temple University Hospital, Episcopal Campus100 E Lehigh Ave, Kensington, with a full emergency department

Named as nearby places, not partners. Check the exact BLS course your employer or school asks for.

The course

AHA BLS Provider in brief

  1. Book your skills session

    Pick a date on the booking page. It opens right here on the site.

  2. Do HeartCode BLS online

    Buy HeartCode BLS from the American Heart Association, work through it at your own pace and save the certificate of completion.

  3. Come to 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd

    Bring your completion certificate. The in-person session is about 60 minutes of hands-on practice and the skills test.

  4. Get your AHA card

    Pass the skills test and the AHA BLS Provider card is issued to you as an eCard the same day. It is valid for 2 years.

Everything about BLS certification

FAQ

BLS for Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties: questions

Where is the nearest BLS class for Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties?

At 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd, Suite 307, Philadelphia, PA 19103, in Center City. Ride the L from Front-Girard (1200 N Front St) or Berks west to 15th St, then follow the concourse toward Suburban Station.

How long is the BLS skills session?

About 60 minutes of hands-on practice and testing, after you finish HeartCode BLS online. HeartCode BLS is sold separately by the American Heart Association.

Can I drive to the BLS class from Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties?

Driving in from the east (I-95 Exit 22 or the Ben Franklin Bridge), take I-676 west; the 22nd St off-ramp is a westbound exit only. I-676 has no exit numbers. Check a live map for current ramps and the last few blocks to JFK Blvd. Public garages are listed on the blocks around the classroom, including the Penn Center House garage at 1900 JFK Blvd (valet, 7 ft 0 in height limit). Building parking and validation are not confirmed, and garage hours and rates are set by each operator. If you need more before class, Call or text (215) 770-8788.

Which hospitals are near Fishtown, Kensington and Northern Liberties?

Temple University Hospital, Episcopal Campus (100 E Lehigh Ave, Kensington, with a full emergency department). They are named as nearby places only; check your employer's exact BLS requirement.

Book BLS from Fishtown

Classes are at 1819 John F Kennedy Blvd in Center City, about 60 min in person after the online part.

Call or text(215) 770-8788Book BLS